SummaryThis position is part of the Department of Energy's, Office of Technology Commercialization (OTC). As a General Engineer, you will serve as a primary point of contact for the agency's Small Business Innovation Research and Small Business Technology Research (SBIR/STTR) portfolios, oversee grants, awards, project performance and support small business awardees in delivering strong commercialization results.
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The Office of Technology Commercialization works to develop and oversee the delivery of the Department of Energy's strategic vision and goals for technology commercialization and engagement with the business and industrial sectors across the United States.
As a Physical Scientist, you will:1. Plan, manage and oversee advanced scientific, engineering, and technology commercialization project portfolios (including SBIR/STTR awards) to advance Department energy priorities and national goals.
2. Evaluate the feasibility, technical maturity, and risk of emerging technologies, proposals, and novel concepts, and recommend technical alternatives to mitigate project risks.
3. Develop project budgets, evaluate proposals, negotiate technical milestones, and collaborate with contracting officials to oversee contract modifications, cost-sharing, and funding allocations.
4. Conduct on-site project reviews, inspect facilities, and evaluate technical reports and milestones to ensure contractor/awardee quality, safety, schedule adherence, and regulatory compliance.
5. Formulate policies, technical roadmaps, and guidance to solve complex engineering and physical science challenges, advising agency executives and external partners on critical issues.
6. Represent the agency before interagency working groups, industry, and laboratories, delivering technical briefings and presentations to build consensus among diverse stakeholders.
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Conditions of employment- You must be a U.S. Citizen or National.
- This employer participates in the e-Verify program.
- If you are a male applicant born after December 31, 1959, you must certify that you have registered with the Selective Service System or are exempt from having to do so under the Selective Service Law. See www.sss.gov.
- If selected, your appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
- If selected, you may be required to complete a one year probationary period.
- At the GS-14 level, you are required to submit a Financial Disclosure Statement, OGE-450, Executive Branch Personnel Confidential Financial Disclosure Report upon entering the position and annually (5CFR Part 2634, Subpart I USOGE, 6/08).
- Occasional travel maybe required.
- This position is not included in a Bargaining Agreement.
QualificationsYou must meet both the Basic Requirement and the Specialized Experience to qualify for this series as described below.BASIC REQUIREMENT: A. Degree: physical science, engineering, or mathematics that included 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science such as mechanics, dynamics, properties of materials, and electronics.
ORB. Combination of education and experience: education equivalent to one of the majors shown in A above that included at least 24 semester hours in physical science and/or related engineering science, plus appropriate experience or additional education.
GS-13 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-12 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of the following 3:
- Providing guidance on technology commercialization, lab-to-market funding programs, energy end-use sectors, or technology maturation processes that advance program objectives.
- Acting as a technical point of contact to build consensus among corporate partners, research facilities, and academic institutions for all joint technology commercialization projects.
- Assisting with writing briefing materials or reports that are used by management to develop technical recommendations that advance technology commercialization objectives.
GS-14 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-13 in the Federal service. Specialized experience for this position is defined as meeting 2 of the following 3:
- Overseeing research and development, scientific or technical engineering programs that advance objectives for technology commercialization, lab-to-market funding and energy end-use sectors.
- Managing technology commercialization projects, including costs, schedules, budgets, and proposals.
- Advise senior leadership, partner organizations and external stakeholders on scientific, engineering or technology commercialization matters.
"Experience" refers to paid and unpaid experience. Examples of qualifying unpaid experience may include: volunteer work done through National Service programs (such as Peace Corps and AmeriCorps); as well as work for other community-based philanthropic and social organizations. Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills; and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
CTAP/ICTAP candidates: To be considered "well qualified" you must meet all of the requirements as described in this section.
You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of this announcement.EducationThis vacancy has a positive education requirement. In order to be rated as qualified, you must provide copies of your college transcripts.
Failure to provide copies of your college transcripts may result in a rating of "Ineligible". Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Foreign education must be reviewed by an organization recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education and a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, see the Department of Education website.
Additional information- Shared Certificates: The Department of Energy shares lists of applicants among its internal Departmental Elements and organizations. You may be referred for consideration to other DOE Hiring Managers throughout the Department for more than one position based on this application. By applying to this announcement, you understand your application materials may be shared with multiple Hiring Mangers throughout DOE. If additional positions are filled from this announcement conditions of employment may differ. You will be notified if you are referred for additional positions.
- This job opportunity announcement may be used to fill additional similar vacancies across DOE.
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- Hiring incentives may be authorized in accordance with agency policy and if funding is available.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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