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| Posted Date : 2009-12-27 |
| Computer Engineer (Digital Imaging) |
| Company Name: Confidential |
Job description: The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. (BEP) prints billions of Federal Reserve Notes for delivery to the Federal Reserve System each year (the BEP does not produce coins - all coinage is minted by the United States Mint). These notes are produced at our facilities in Washington, DC, and Fort Worth, Texas. In addition to U.S. currency, the BEP produces several other security documents such as portions of U.S. passports and materials for Homeland Security.
Key Requirements:
U.S. Citizenship
Designated and/or Random Drug Testing required.
Background and/or Security Investigation required.
Major Duties:
This position is located in the Project Management Division (PMD), Office of Product Development (OPD), **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. (BEP). The incumbent is responsible for the creation, design, development and deployment of technology solutions in support of banknotes and other security documents. The incumbent provides concept origination for features to authenticate
U.S.
currency, pushing the theoretical bounds of mathematical, computational and optical capabilities. Designs binary anti- counterfeiting systems and develops unique algorithms to provide for verification of security documents. Independently develops computer programs and writes software code to implement algorithms and integrates hardware with authored software to produce sheet/note inspection equipment for measurement and/or quality purposes. The incumbent supports the BEP's development and implementation of new products, designs, and security features, as well as the resolution of production and technology issues that may occur. The incumbent will maintain professional contact with officials from oversight agencies, customers, and stakeholders such as the Federal Reserve and U.S. Secret Service. They will collaborate with BEP organizations and customer agency representatives related to all phases of product and feature development and implementation.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
: Applicants must meet the Qualification Standards Handbook for General Schedule Positions.
This position has a specific education requirement. Unless you have previously been employed by the Federal Government as an Engineer, you must verify completion of this basic education requirement by submitting a copy of an official college transcript with your application.
Failure to do so will result in disqualification.
The requirements are:
BASIC REQUIREMENTS:
Education
1. A degree in computer science/engineering, OR engineering with focus on computer science.
2. A combination of education and experience — college level education (minimum 24 semester hours), 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.
Experience
: Applicants must have 52 weeks of specialize experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and that is related to the position to be filled. Examples of specialized experience may be found in the SUMMARY OF DUTIES listed above.
You must be a U.S. citizen to qualify for this position.
After appointment, you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use.
You will need to successfully complete a background security investigation before you can be appointed into this position.
How You Will Be Evaluated:
You will be evaluated to determine if you meet the minimum qualifications required; and on the extent to which your application shows that you possess the knowledges, skills, and abilities associated with this position as defined below. When describing your knowledges, skills, and abilities, please be sure to give examples and explain how often you used these skills, the complexity of the knowledge you possessed, the level of the people you interacted with, the sensitivity of the issues you handled, etc.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills and a versatile background in computer engineering including hands-on experience and knowledge of digital imaging techniques, software, and development languages. Thorough knowledge of Visual Basic, Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop and similar products.
Knowledge and experience in developing algorithms consisting of mathematical analysis and calculations for the purpose of developing unique inspection systems.
Ability to develop and incorporate digital solutions into high-speed manufacturing processes and/or into offline inspection.
Understanding of the ISO 9001 Quality Standard, internal controls, industrial control systems, and Information Technology security requirements, procedures and standards.
Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot and maintain automated electro-optical and/or mechanical inspection systems.
Knowledge and experience in presenting highly technical and complex ideas and systems, orally and in writing, to a wide range of audiences.
Benefits:
You may participate in the Federal Employees Health Benefits program, with costs shared with your employer. More info: ****.
Life insurance coverage is provided. More info: ****New employees are automatically covered by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS). If you are transferring from another agency and covered by CSRS, you may continue in this program. More info: ****You will earn annual vacation leave. More info: ****You will earn sick leave. More info: ****You will be paid for federal holidays that fall within your regularly scheduled tour of duty. More info: ****Tele-work / telecommuting may be made available after you have come on board. More info: ****Alternative work schedule options are available.
If you use public transportation, part of your transportation costs may be subsidized. Our human resources office can provide additional information on how this program is run.
Other Information:
When promotion potential is shown, the agency is not making a commitment and is not obligated to provide future promotions to you if you are selected. Future promotions will be dependent on your ability to perform the duties at a higher level, the continuing need for an employee assigned to the higher level, and administrative approval.
CAREER/INTERAGENCY CAREER TRANSITION ASSISTANCE:
First consideration will be given to CTAP/ICTAP eligibles in the commuting area. In addition to meeting minimum qualification requirements, CTAP/ICTAP eligibles must be determined to be well qualified. In order to be well-qualified, applicants must meet at least the mid-level of the crediting plan for all factors. CTAP/ICTAP applicants, who are applying for selection priority to a position with promotion potential, must provide evidence that the position from which you have received a separation notice from or from which you were separated has the same promotion potential as the position for which you are applying, or higher. Applicants applying for special selection priority under 5 CFR Part 330 Subparts C or G (ICTAP), must be well qualified and submit proof of eligibility (i.e., RIF separation notice, certificate of expected separation or other Agency certification that you are in a surplus position); submit the last or current performance rating of record of at least fully successful or equivalent; apply for vacancy at or below the grade level from which separated; file an application for a specific vacancy within the timeframes indicated in the announcement, and be well qualified for the position. If separated through compensable injury or disability, no performance rating is required.
OTHER APPOINTING AUTHORITIES:
Applications from persons eligible for appointment under 30 percent disabled veterans appointment authority under 5 USC 3112 are encouraged. Proof of eligibility will be required. If you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must attach a copy of your DD-214 “Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty” or other proof of eligibility. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must attach an SF-15 “Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference” plus the proof required by that form. Your interest in being so considered should be clearly indicated on your application. Applications also will be accepted from persons who qualify under noncompetitive hiring authorities, such as (but not limited to) Veterans Readjustment Appointment (VRA) eligibles, qualified persons with disabilities, present or former Peace Corps personnel. Additionally, veterans who are preference eligibles or who have been separated from the armed forces under honorable conditions after three (3) years or more, or continuous active service may apply. The Defense Authorization Act of November 18, 1997, extended veterans' preference to persons who served on active duty during the Gulf War from August 2, 1990, through January 2, 1992. The law grants preference to persons otherwise eligible and who served on active duty during this period, regardless of where the person served or for how long. The law also authorized the Secretary of each military department to award the Armed Forces Expeditionary Medal for service in Bosnia during the period November 20, 1995, to a date to be determined. The award of the Medal is qualifying for veterans' preference. EO 13154 established the Kosovo Campaign Medal for qualifying service in Kosovo or its contiguous waters or airspace, after March 24, 1999, to a date to be determined. More information on veterans' preference, such as length of service and other conditions required to qualify, is available in the VetGuide that may be found on the United States Office of Personnel Management web site, ****[Applicants with Special Selection Priority must provide a supplementary statement (on plain paper) which addresses the knowledge, skills and abilities (KSAs) listed above. Failure to address the KSAs will result in disqualification and no further action will be taken on your application.]
REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION POLICY
: The **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities on a case-by-case basis. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the point of contact listed on this vacancy announcement.
Location USA-DC-Washington
Salary 86,927.00 - 133,543.00 USD /y
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