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Summary A successful candidate in this position will serve as a Computer Engineer for the Computational Systems and Software Environment (CSSE) sub-program of the Advanced Simulation and Computing Program, including overseeing technical and programmatic aspects of the research, development, and deployment of the high-performance computing systems and necessary software. Responsibilities As a Computer Engineer, you will: Provide expertise of all aspects of high-performance computing, which include system architecture and engineering, software development, and data visualization, and supports the Advanced Simulation and Computing (ASC) Program Director in formulating, directing and coordinating Research & Development required to create the ASC environment needed to support Stockpile Stewardship simulation and modeling activities. Provide authoritative scientific/engineering advice, guidance, and lessons learned on the interpretation of requirements and policies, establishment of priorities and schedules, negotiation of data exchanges and standardization, evaluation of alternative approaches and significant modifications, and initiation of new or correct actions. Represent the NNSA with other Federal agencies, national laboratories, Congressional staff, and/or other stakeholders to advise and formulate policy positions and national-level program strategies; coordinate joint or Federal or Federal/State programs; review other applicable Federal agency plans and activities; ensure regulatory compliance of the program; evaluate and assesses technical research and development reports and plans; and brief on issues, problems, impacts and solutions. Develop project budget, with supporting data and justifications; develop budget assumptions; and prepare budget narratives and long-range estimates. Maintain contact with leading computation and computer scientists for the purpose of exchanging information and/or discussing technical advances in the HPC field. Keep abreast of scientific developments through review of other research and development efforts and through participation and attendance at conferences and workshops of recognized professional societies. Requirements Conditions of Employment Subject to Random Drug Testing Must pass a pre-employment drug test. Favorable suitability determination required. Financial Disclosure is required. Must be able to obtain/maintain a Q level Security Clearance. You must be a United States Citizen. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males must abide by Selective Service registration requirements. Compliance with Homeland Security Presidential Directive (HSPD-12) governing personal identity which will require that you provide two forms of identification. A one year probationary period may be required. Must be able to obtain certification in the DOE's Technical Qualification Program (TQP) within 18 months of start date. This position is covered by the Technical Qualification Program (TQP), which requires the incumbent to acquire and demonstrate competencies identified in the TQP Functional Area Qualification and Field Office specific standards and requires certification of the competencies by NNSA supervision and TQP qualifying officials. https://ntc.doe.gov/student/stp/techqualprogram Qualifications SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Specialized Experience Statement: A qualified candidate's online application and resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower NNSA Demonstration Project pay band or GS grade level in the Federal service i.e. (NN-03 or GS-13). Specialized experience for this position is defined as conducting 3 or more of the following activities: 1. Managing a successful procurement of a high-performance computing (HPC) system, of at least 100 PetaFLOPS as peak performance, and requisite software stack. 2. Managing a successful procurement of a quantum computing system and requisite software stack. 3. Extensive experience working and engaging with high-performance computing, quantum computing and/or Artificial Intelligence (AI) industry. 4. Demonstrated experience managing projects or programs with defined budget, schedules, and extensive external stakeholders. 5. Working knowledge of and extensive experience with Office of Management and Budget Federal Information Technology Acquisition Reform Act policy and requirements. 6. Demonstrated experience with business and/or federal planning, programming, budgeting and execution (PPBE) to include developing long-term budgets and advocating for required resources. 7. Demonstrated knowledge of nuclear weapons program organizations, objectives, activities, and relationships within DOE/NNSA, site offices, DOE/NNSA national laboratories, and other U.S. Government entities. "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. If you are eligible for career transition assistance plans such as ICTAP or CTAP, you must meet the definition of "well qualified" which is defined as having a score of 85 or better. You must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements within 30 days of the closing date of this announcement. Education All applicants must meet the basic requirements of the General Engineer occupational series. Transcripts or other proof of required education MUST be included in application package. 800 - Degree: professional engineering. The curriculum must: (1) be in a school of engineering with at least one curriculum accredited by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology as a professional engineering curriculum; or (2) include differential and integral calculus and courses (more advanced than first-year physics and chemistry) in five of the following seven areas of engineering science or physics: (a) statics, dynamics; (b) strength of materials (stress-strain relationships); (c) fluid mechanics, hydraulics; (d) thermodynamics; (e) electrical fields and circuits (f) nature and properties of materials (relating particle and aggregate structure to properties); and (g) any other comparable area of fundamental engineering science or physics, such as optics, heat transfer, soil mechanics, or electronics. OR Combination of education and experience: college-level education, training, and/or technical experience that furnished (1) a thorough knowledge of the physical and mathematical sciences underlying professional engineering, and (2) a good understanding, both theoretical and practical, of the engineering sciences and techniques and their applications to one of the branches of engineering. There are alternate methods to meeting the engineering educational requirement (e.g., holding current professional engineering registration, having passed the EIT examination, or having completed specified academic courses or a related degree). Please refer to the OPM Qualification Standards at Professional Engineering Positions Education must be obtained from an accredited institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.Applicants who have completed part or all of their education outside of the U.S. must have their foreign education evaluated by an accredited organization to ensure that the foreign education is comparable to education received in accredited educational institutions in the U.S. A written evaluation of any foreign education must be provided with your application in response to this vacancy announcement or be received by the closing date of this announcement. Failure to provide this evaluation will result in you being found unqualified for the position. For special instructions pertaining to foreign education, see the Department of Education website, and for a list of organizations that can evaluate foreign education, visit The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services. 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. Additional Information The U.S. Department of Energy fosters a diverse and inclusive workplace and is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Veterans and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply. For more information, please visit the links at the bottom of this page or visit the FedsHireVets website. If you believe that you are eligible for the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), please visit the OPM ICTAP/CTAP website for more information. In order to be considered under the ICTAP program, your application must score within the pre-established "well qualified" category as stated in the Qualifications section. More than one selection may be made from this vacancy announcement. Some positions may require completion of a probationary period of up to 1 (one) year. Many positions require successful completion of a background investigation. All males born after December 31,1959 must abide by laws regarding Selective Service registration. To learn more about this law, visit the Selective Service web page, Who Must Register. If you are not registered and don't have an approved exemption, you will not be eligible for employment with the Federal government. A Recruitment/Relocation Incentive may be authorized for a highly qualified applicant in accordance with Agency policy. EEO Policy: Click HERE. Reasonable Accommodation Policy: Click HERE. Veterans Information: Click HERE. Telework: Click HERE. Selective Service Registration: Click HERE. Information about the NNSA Demonstration project can be found by clicking HERE.