ENGINEERING TECHNICIAN, 0802-GS-12

Announcement Type

TARP - Internal Opportunity (Non-Comp/VIOP)

Position Type

Permanent

USACE Organization

North Atlantic Division (NAD) - Philadelphia District

Locations (City, State)

Philadelphia, PA

Position Overview/Duties

This opportunity is being announced through the USACE Voluntary Internal Opportunities Program (VIOP). Current, permanent USACE employees with noncompetitive eligibility to be placed in this position are eligible to apply. This Program may only be utilized for non-competitive placements; to include voluntary reassignments, promotions (not-to-exceed 120 days), voluntary changes to lower grade, details, and deployment opportunities. Employees interested in permanent or temporary promotions of longer than 120 days must apply through USAJOBS, or other approved merit procedures or hiring authorities. Temporary or term employees and Department of Army Fellows assigned to USACE will not be considered for positions or assignments through VIOP.

Who May Apply: This position is only open to CURRENT, PERMANENT USACE EMPLOYEES.

Grade Level: GS-0802-12

Open Period: 11/14/25-12/01/25

Duty Location: Assigned to Philadelphia District, PA with duty @ Fort Dix, NJ

Interested candidates should provide their resume in the Talent Management Portal (TMP) and be prepared to provide current SF-50 and first and second level supervisor endorsement upon request.

Start date will be coordinated with current Supervisor.

Duties:

• Manages and oversees multiple, long-term service contracts, ensuring contractor compliance with schedules, requirements, and budget constraints.
• Monitors contractor performance, identifies and resolves deficiencies, and certifies periodic and final payments.
• Serves as the primary technical point of contact for customers, contractors, and external agencies on assigned projects.
• Provides technical guidance and support to the Contracting Officer and other stakeholders, ensuring quality contractor performance.
• Controls project budgets and schedules, ensuring commitments to customers are met.
• Ensures the technical accuracy, completeness, and timeliness of all project deliverables.
• Interprets engineering and architectural plans, specifications, and technical manuals to ensure adherence to contract requirements.
• Applies practical engineering knowledge and expertise in contract practices, methods, techniques, costs, materials, and equipment.

Other Conditions and Requirements

• Applications must be submitted after 12:01 AM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Open Date and before 11:59 PM (EST) of the posted Job Posting Close Date to receive consideration.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• Telework Eligible: Yes - as determined by the agency policy.
• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• All positions require the applicant to be a citizen of the United States.
• The duties of this position require travel up to approximately 25% of the time.
• A trial or probationary period may be required.
• This position requires that the incumbent possess or obtain and maintain a valid state Driver's License in one of the 50 United States or its possessions to operate motor vehicles.
• The incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Financial Disclosure Report upon entering on duty in this position and annually thereafter.
• Work outside of normal duty hours may be required to include weekends and holidays.
• Bargaining Unit Status: Yes

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy: The United States government does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service or other non-merit factor

To learn more, please visit the Office of Equal Opportunity (https://www.eeoc.gov/federal-sector/federal-employees-job-applicants).

Qualifications

Candidates will be evaluated IAW OPM Requirements: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/

Reasonable Accommodation

Reasonable accommodation is available to qualified employees with disabilities. You can request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application process, hiring process or while on the job. Requests are evaluated on a case-by-case basis.