No further information provided. At this level, employees are developing the ability to work on operating assignments where the background information involves standard practices and procedures. Assignments are a part of a project or may involve developing information from a variety of sources. There is ample precedent for the project assignment. Technical choices are limited and the employee carries out the assignment recognizing problem areas and following instructions on how to resolve problems.
Supervision is usually available.
Instructions are provided before and during the assignment. Reports are written and reviewed by a senior engineer, scientist, or supervisor. Candidates are required to show the successful completion of a full course of study in an accredited college or university leading to a bachelor's or higher degree in engineering or physical science. Successfull completion of a full four year professional curriculum leading to a bachelor's or higher degree from an accredited college or university in physics or related degree that includes 24 semester in physics. All Federal employees are required by PL 104-134 to have federal payments made by Direct Deposit.