Applications postmarked by this date will be rated and referred for consideration first. All applications must be postmarked by the closing date of this announcement. Financial interest in certain transportation enterprises is prohibited. As a member of an accident investigation team, incumbent assists in the examination of transportation wreckage to study failure patterns in structural, powerplant and accessory components. Duties may include the testing and analysis of failed composite materials.
Assignments grow in complexity and difficulty at the higher grade levels.
The basic requirement is successful completion of a full four-year engineering curriculum leading to a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university, or a curriculum that includes differential and integral calculus and courses in the areas of engineering, science or physics. A combination of education and experience can also be used as long as it demonstrates knowledge and understanding equivalent to this education such as valid registration as a professional engineer. The Human Resources Division will determine the appropriateness, adequacy, and quality of general qualifications in comparison to OPM Qualification Standards Handbook. Superior academic achievement is qualifying for the GS-7 level. Eligibility requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.