Job Opening:44841Open to ALL US CitizensOpening Date: August 8, 2022Closing Date: August 19, 2022 11:59 pm (EST)Questions regarding this opening should be directed to Rita Smith HR Specialist at (202)323-7244 or SummaryPosition: Electronics Technician, GS 13Division: Critical Incident Response GroupUnit: Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS)Location: Huntsville, AlabamaWorking Hours: 8:15 am - 5:00 pm Salary: GS-13 $97,825.00 - $127,170.00Full Performance level: GS-13Number of Positions Available: 1Duration: Full Time/PermanentAdditional selections may be made from this announcement to fill positions within the same division when the position includes substantially the same duties, responsibilities, and qualifications.Key Requirements Must be able to obtain an SCI clearance . Must be able to pass a US Government physical exam. Frequent travel required, often on a short notice. Mission Statement:The mission of the FBI is to protect the American People and uphold the Constitution of the United States.Major Duties Deploys nationwide in support of C-UAS missions at special events and investigative case operations. The selectee should expect to travel at least twice per month, with deployments ranging from one day to two weeks. Ensures specialized electronic equipment are fully operational and available for rapid deployment nationwide. Operates, configures, maintains, transports, and troubleshoots C-UAS equipment and software. This includes highly specialized radio and computer equipment, with a focus on IP-based systems. Conducts research, development, testing, and evaluation on C-UAS equipment and software, often in coordination with interagency and DOD partners. Prepares and maintains after-action, test and evaluation, inventory, operating manuals, and other reports and schematics. Assists with training of C-UAS technicians both internal and external to the FBI."As the federal agency whose mission is to ensure the fair and impartial administration of justice for all Americans, the Department of Justice is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive work environment. To build and retain a workforce that reflects the diverse experiences and perspectives of the American people, we welcome applicants from many communities, identities, races, ethnicities, backgrounds, abilities, religions, and cultures of the United States who shares our commitment to public service."Qualifications and EvaluationsPlease make sure your specialized experience/requirement(s) can be identified in your resume. Applicants must meet the qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.Your application will be evaluated and rated under the FBI's Candidate Rating Procedures. Your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine whether you meet the job qualifications listed in this announcement and will be compared to your responses to the online assessment questionnaire. High self-assessment in the vacancy questions that is not supported by information in your resume, and/or supporting documents may eliminate you from Most Competitive status.Your application will then be placed in one of three categories: Most Competitive, Competitive, or Least Competitive. Names of candidates in the Most Competitive category will be sent to the hiring official for employment consideration. Veterans' preference will be applied.All applicants will be rated on the following Competencies Electronics Initiative Problem Solving/JudgmentSpecialized Experience (SE):GS-13: Applicant must possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 grade level. SE is defined as follows: Experience using the knowledge of the techniques and theories of electronics and/or networked systems in order to troubleshoot, install, redesign, and maintain a variety of electronic systems which involve numerous interrelated subusystems. Experience communicating technical guidance and suggesting modifications related to the installation of major components of communications and intrusion detection systems. Experience performing repairs for a variety of electronic systems while utilizing specialized test equipmentDesired Skills Desired skills are NOT mandatory and will NOT be utilized to minimally qualify applicants.Desired Skills are:Desired Skills are:(1) Computer networking skills and experience(2) FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot certificate(3) UAS/remote control model aircraft experience(4) MANET radio experience(5) Electronic warfare experience(6) ATAK/WinTAK experienceWorking Conditions Long hours/shifts while on operational deployments Ability to manually transport heavy equipment to installation locations Comfort working in confined spaces and elevated positionsHow to ApplyFor detailed instructions related to applying, uploading documents, withdrawing an application or updating your application, please review instructions on How to Apply. If applying online is a hardship, please use the contact information listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance.Required DocumentsTo apply to this position, interested applicants must provide a complete application package by the closing date which includes: Your resume, specifically noting relevant work experience and associated start and end dates A complete assessment questionnaire Other supporting documents : College transcripts, if qualifying based on education or if there is a positive education requirement Notification of Personnel Action, SF-50; not applicable to current FBI employees. Most recent Performance Appraisal; not applicable to current FBI employees Veterans: DD 214; Disabled Veterans: DD 214, SF-15, and VA letter dated 1991 or laterYou must complete this application process and submit any required documents by 11:59 pm (EST) on the closing date of this announcement. If applying online is a hardship, please contact the HR Specialist listed in the vacancy announcement prior to the closing date for assistance.What to Expect NextOnce your complete application is received we will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications and determine your ranking. The Most Competitive candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for further consideration and possible interview. You will be notified of your status throughout the process.Additional Information The FBI is in the Executive Branch of the federal government. It is one of the components of the Department of Justice (DOJ). The FBI is the principle investigative arm of the DOJ. All FBI positions are in the excepted service. Applicants must be US citizens and consent to a complete background investigation, urinalysis, and polygraph. You must be suitable for Federal employment; as determined by a background investigation. Failure to provide necessary and relevant information required by this vacancy announcement may disqualify you from consideration. Additional information will not be requested if your application is incomplete. You application will be evaluated solely on the basis of information you have submitted. Memorandum of Understanding: Work performed outside assigned duties (that would not normally be documented on an SF-50, i. e., back-up duties), has to be documented in detail by an immediate supervisor in order to receive full credit for amount of time worked in that position. If no documentation is furnished no credit will be given for time worked in that position. The following notations must be specified in the documentation (Memorandum of Understanding): a. Percent of time worked in the particular position (cannot conflict with main duties) b. The month/year work began c. Frequency worked (ie, daily, monthly, etc.) d. Specific duties performedAttach the Memorandum of Understanding to your application in the "Cover Letters and Attachments" section of My Career Tools on the Careers Home page. Please upload the attachment as type "Other."Veterans' PreferenceIf you are entitled to veterans' preference, you should indicate the type of veterans' preference you are claiming on your resume and application. Your veterans' preference entitlement will be verified by the employing agency.NepotismNepotism is the act of favoring relatives in the hiring process, and is prohibited by law. Public officials are prohibited from hiring or promoting relatives or relatives of officials in their chain of command, as well as actively or indirectly endorse a relative's appointment or promotion.During the hiring process, all selected candidates and FBI hiring managers will be required to certify they are not related to anyone involved in the hiring process.COVID-19 Implementation of Executive Order (EO) 14043To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to EO 14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.Reasonable Accommodation RequestThe FBI provides reasonable accommodations to qualified applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please notify the Office of Equal Employment Opportunity Affairs (OEEOA) Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Program by either e-mail at , telephone at 202-324-2158, or FAX at 202-324-3976. Your request will receive an individualized assessment.This e-mail address is only for reasonable accommodation requests. Please do not submit your application and/or any questions unrelated to reasonable accommodations. Should any applications be received, they will not be forwarded for consideration during the hiring process.Equal Employment OpportunityThe FBI is an Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for this vacancy. Except where otherwise prohibited by law, selection will be made without regard to, and there will be no discrimination because of color, race, religion, national origin, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, physical or mental disability, genetic information, age, sex, sexual orientation, membership or non-membership in an employee organization, or on the basis of personal favoritism, or any other non-merit factors.BenefitsThe FBI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes, in part, paid vacation; sick leave; holidays; life insurance; health benefits; and participation in the Federal Employees Retirement System.This link provides an overview of the benefits currently offered to Federal employees: