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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Supervisory Computer Scientist-Direct Hire Authority - **Company:** United States Air Force - **Location:** Tullahoma, TN, United States - **Experience:** Experienced - **Salary:** $104,349.0 - $161,313.0 - **Contract:** Temporary contract - **Skills:** HTML, Configuration Management, Integrated Development Environments, Transport Layer, M Programming Language, Object-Oriented Software Development, Systems Development Life Cycle, Software Engineering, Subsystems, Systems Integration, Information Technology, Modeling and Simulation, Programming Languages - **Published:** November 3, 2026 - **Apply:** https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13078362 ## About the Role Computer Science, Government Organizations, HTTPS (HyperText Transport Protocol Secure), Air Force, Simulation, Acceptance Testing, E Programming Language, Systems Administration/Management, System Integration (SI), Test Plan/Schedule, * 1550 Computer Science Supervisory status Yes Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No Drug test Yes Security clearance Top Secret Position sensitivity and risk Critical-Sensitive (CS)/High Risk Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job. Background check type * Suitability/Fitness Financial disclosure required No Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests., Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Computer Science series. https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Group-Standards Basic Requirements: Bachelors degree in computer science or bachelors degree with 30 semester hours in a combination of mathematics, statistics, and computer science. At least 15 of the 30 semester hours must have included any combination of statistics and mathematics that included differential and integral calculus. All academic degrees and course work must be from accredited or pre-accredited institutions. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least 1 year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NH-02, equivalent to the next lower grade GS-11 or equivalent in other pay systems. Specialized experience is described as: Technical expertise and professional engineering to modeling and simulation systems. Ideal Candidate: * 3+ years leading technical teams * 3+ years managing complex technical projects * 5+ years performing software development in operational or enterprise environments KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: * Ability to program in multiple computer languages and protocols. * Knowledge of concepts, principles, and techniques across multiple interrelated technical and test disciplines to include one or more of the following: object oriented software design principles, integrated development environments, software deficiency trouble shooting, high performance aircraft flight sciences, avionics, armament, electronic warfare systems, command & control systems, cyber, space & information operations capabilities, datalinks, and related subsystems. * General knowledge of one or more of the following platform types: combat air vehicles, RF/IR Sensors, and weapons; experience working in some or all of the following Test and Evaluation disciplines: flight test conduct, coordination and supervision, data collection, reduction, storage, analysis &evaluation procedures, application of flight test truth sources, use of modeling and simulation systems and techniques, generation of technical reports, and administrative aspects of flight test programs. * Ability to collaborate at a technical level with engineers and subject matter experts across computer, software, network, electrical, aerospace, mechanical and flight test disciplines. * Ability to research and analyze complex technical issues, interpret and apply rules, regulations, and procedures. * Ability to maintain good working relations and provide technical leadership and project management oversight. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience; transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying., 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. ## Description * Sign in * My jobs * Profile * Resumes & documents * Notifications * Talent networks * Sign out * My jobs * Profile * Resumes & documents * Notifications * Talent networks * Sign out * Events * Help Center * Search, The primary purpose is to serve as a first level supervisor, managing the Systems Development and Integration team by applying technical expertise and professional engineering to modeling and simulation systems that support development and operational test and evaluation (DT&E and OT&E) programs., Help * Exercise supervisory personnel management responsibilities at least 25% of the time. * Serve as Systems Development and Integration Lead for DTTR-E modeling & simulation systems. * Report on virtual simulator operational readiness in the areas of flight science, performance, mission systems, avionics, and flight control systems. * Prepare technical documentation of simulator development and operation which describe, in detail, mechanization techniques, new or unique software algorithms, operations procedures, configuration control. * Perform technical work using classified information in various media and formats. * Develop, prioritize and report on organization performance goals and objectives. Requirements Help Conditions of employment * U.S. Citizenship is required * Males must be registered for Selective Service, see Legal and Regulatory Guidance * This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program * For more information on Acq Demo please go to DoD AcqDemo Homepage http://acqdemo.hci.mil/ and Fact Sheet http://acqdemo.hci.mil/faq.html * Position may require an appropriate security clearance * Employee must maintain current certifications * Position may be subject to random drug testing * Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays * Shift work and emergency overtime may be required * Disclosure of Political Appointments * Student Loan Repayment may be authorized, * Expected character of service (honorable or general) and type of separation (i.e. separation or retirement) * Must be certified within 120 days of anticipated discharge * Signature by, or by direction of the adjutant, personnel office, unit commander, or higher headquarters commander. Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form 214 must be submitted upon receipt. OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS: Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable. Awards for Current Federal Civilian Employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume. Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s). If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating., * For qualification determination your resume must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees may list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. * Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. 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