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Cross Reference Matrix

Special Item Numbers		Primary Engineering Discipline
		Electrical Engineering	Mechanical Engineering
871-2	Concept Development and Requirements Analysis	X
871-3	System Design, Engineering and Integration	X	X
871-4	Test and Evaluation	X	X
871-6	Acquisition and Life Cycle Management	X

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Special Item Number 871-2, Concept Development and Requirements Analysis.

Description:

Services provided under this SIN involve abstract or concept studies and analyses, requirements definition, preliminary planning, the evaluation of alternative technical approaches and associated costs for the development or enhancement of high level general performance specifications of a system, project, mission or activity. Typical associated tasks include, but are not limited to requirements analysis, cost/cost-performance trade-off analysis, feasibility analysis, regulatory compliance support, technology conceptual designs, training, privatization and outsourcing.

Hourly Rate

SIN 871-2 Concept Development and Requirements Analysis	Hourly Rate
Labor Category	FY 2005	FY 2006	FY 2007	FY 2008	FY 2009	FY 2010
Systems Engineer IV	$118.89	$123.85	$129.03	$134.41	$140.03	$145.87
Systems Engineer III	$101.06	$105.28	$109.68	$114.26	$119.03	$124.00
Systems Engineer II	$93.71	$97.62	$101.69	$105.94	$110.36	$114.97
Engineer, Computer II	$101.06	$105.28	$109.68	$114.26	$119.03	$124.00
Analyst II	$56.32	$58.68	$61.13	$63.68	$66.34	$69.11
Analyst, Management III	$84.22	$87.74	$91.40	$95.22	$99.20	$103.34
Analyst, Operations I	$70.95	$73.92	$77.00	$80.22	$83.57	$87.06
Drafter II	$54.75	$57.03	$59.41	$61.90	$64.48	$67.17
Engineer IV	$118.45	$123.40	$128.55	$133.92	$139.51	$145.33
Engineer III	$85.49	$89.06	$92.78	$96.66	$100.69	$104.90
Engineer, Electrical/Electronics IV	$121.08	$126.14	$131.40	$136.89	$142.60	$148.56
Engineer, Electrical/Electronics III	$81.27	$84.66	$88.20	$91.88	$95.71	$99.71
Engineer, Electrical/Electronics II	$69.51	$72.41	$75.43	$78.58	$81.86	$85.28
Logistician	$78.97	$82.26	$85.70	$89.28	$93.01	$96.89
Specialist, Configuration Mangement II	$57.90	$60.32	$62.84	$65.46	$68.19	$71.04
Technician, Electrical/Electronics IV	$71.81	$74.80	$77.93	$81.18	$84.57	$88.10
Technician, Electrical/Electronics III	$67.38	$70.20	$73.13	$76.18	$79.36	$82.68
Technican, Mechanical IV	$73.69	$76.77	$79.97	$83.31	$86.79	$90.41
Technican, Mechanical III	$68.43	$71.29	$74.27	$77.37	$80.60	$83.97
Word Processor III	$36.86	$38.39	$40.00	$41.67	$43.41	$45.22
Technical Writer/Editor	$65.70	$68.44	$71.30	$74.27	$77.38	$80.61

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Special Item Number 871-3, System Design, Engineering and Integration.

Description:

Services provided under this SIN involve the translation of a system (or subsystem, program, project, activity) concept into a preliminary and detailed design (engineering plans and specifications), performing risk identification/analysis/mitigation, traceability, and then integrating the various components to produce a working prototype or model of the system. Typical associated tasks include, but are not limited to computer-aided design, design studies and analyses, high-level, detailed specification preparation, configuration management and document control, fabrication, assembly and simulation, modeling, training, privatization and outsourcing.

Hourly Rate

SIN 871-3 System Design, Engineering and Integration	Hourly Rate
Labor Category	FY 2005	FY 2006	FY 2007	FY 2008	FY 2009	FY 2010
Program/Project Manager	$130.63	$136.09	$141.77	$147.69	$153.86	$160.28
Analyst, Management III	$100.31	$104.50	$108.86	$113.41	$118.14	$123.08
Systems Engineer IV	$120.18	$125.20	$130.42	$135.87	$141.54	$147.45
Analyst III	$100.31	$104.50	$108.86	$113.41	$118.14	$123.08
Systems Engineer III	$95.09	$99.07	$103.20	$107.51	$112.00	$116.68
Systems Engineer II	$84.86	$88.40	$92.09	$95.94	$99.94	$104.12
Systems Engineer I	$67.92	$70.76	$73.72	$76.79	$80.00	$83.34
Mechanical Engineer	$67.92	$70.76	$73.72	$76.79	$80.00	$83.34
Analyst, Management I	$71.27	$74.25	$77.35	$80.58	$83.94	$87.45
Technician, Electrical/Electronics III	$78.38	$81.65	$85.06	$88.61	$92.31	$96.17
Analyst, Operations I	$70.42	$73.37	$76.43	$79.62	$82.94	$86.41
Technical Editor	$49.99	$52.08	$54.25	$56.52	$58.88	$61.34
Word Processor III	$39.19	$40.83	$42.53	$44.31	$46.16	$48.08

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Special Item Number 871-4, Test and Evaluation

Description

Services provided under this SIN involve the application of various techniques demonstrating that a prototype system (subsystem, program, project or activity) performs in accordance with the objectives outlined in the original design. Typical associated tasks include, but are not limited to testing prototypes and first articles, environmental testing, independent verification and validation, reverse engineering, simulation and modeling (to test the feasibility of a concept), system safety, quality assurance, physical testing of the product or system, training, privatization and outsourcing.

Hourly Rate

SIN 871-4 Test and Evaluation	Hourly Rate
Labor Category	FY 2005	FY 2006	FY 2007	FY 2008	FY 2009	FY 2010
Program/Project Manager	$103.46	$107.78	$112.28	$116.97	$121.86	$126.94
Systems Engineer IV	$117.05	$121.94	$127.03	$132.33	$137.86	$143.61
Systems Engineer III	$89.12	$92.84	$96.71	$100.75	$104.96	$109.34
Systems Engineer II	$80.66	$84.03	$87.54	$91.19	$95.00	$98.97
Systems Engineer I	$77.86	$81.11	$84.50	$88.02	$91.70	$95.53
Technician, Electrical/Electronics VI	$90.94	$94.74	$98.70	$102.82	$107.11	$111.58
Technician, Electrical/Electronics IV	$85.68	$89.26	$92.99	$96.87	$100.92	$105.13
Technician, Electrical/Electronics III	$71.27	$74.25	$77.35	$80.58	$83.94	$87.45
Analyst III	$100.31	$104.50	$108.86	$113.41	$118.14	$123.08
Analyst, Computer Systems I	$63.75	$66.41	$69.19	$72.08	$75.08	$78.22
Manager, Administrative I	$55.90	$58.24	$60.67	$63.20	$65.84	$68.59
Technical Writer/Editor	$52.25	$54.44	$56.71	$59.08	$61.54	$64.11
Word Processor I	$37.17	$38.72	$40.34	$42.02	$43.78	$45.60
Drafter	$54.34	$56.61	$58.97	$61.43	$64.00	$66.67

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Special Item Number 871-6, Acquisition and Life Cycle Management.

Description:

Services provided under this SIN involve all of the planning, budgetary, contract and systems/program management execution functions required to procure and/or produce, render operational and provide life-cycle support (maintenance, repair, supplies, engineering-specific logistics) to technology-based systems, activities, subsystems, projects, etc. Typical associated tasks include, but are not limited to operation and maintenance, program/project management, technology transfer/insertion, training, privatization and outsourcing.

Hourly Rate

SIN 871-6 Acquisition and Life-Cycle Management	Hourly Rate
Labor Category	FY 2005	FY 2006	FY 2007	FY 2008	FY 2009	FY 2010
Program/Project Manager	$103.46	$107.78	$112.28	$116.97	$121.86	$126.94
Systems Engineer IV	$117.05	$121.94	$127.03	$132.33	$137.86	$143.61
Systems Engineer III	$89.12	$92.84	$96.71	$100.75	$104.96	$109.34
Systems Engineer II	$80.66	$84.03	$87.54	$91.19	$95.00	$98.97
Systems Engineer I	$77.86	$81.11	$84.50	$88.02	$91.70	$95.53
Analyst III	$75.25	$78.39	$81.67	$85.08	$88.63	$92.33
Analyst II	$57.47	$59.87	$62.37	$64.97	$67.69	$70.51
Manager, Administrative	$49.64	$51.72	$53.88	$56.13	$58.47	$60.91
Specialist, Configuration Mgmt II	$56.43	$58.78	$61.24	$63.79	$66.46	$69.23
Specialist, Configuration Mgmt I	$53.30	$55.52	$57.84	$60.26	$62.77	$65.39
Drafter	$54.34	$56.61	$58.97	$61.43	$64.00	$66.67
Logistician	$63.64	$66.30	$69.07	$71.95	$74.96	$78.09
Technical Writer/Editor	$52.25	$54.44	$56.71	$59.08	$61.54	$64.11

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Labor Categories
(Corresponding NAVSEA e-Craft Labor Categories are shown in parenthesis)

Analyst (Analyst, Computer)
Computer Analysts solve computer problems and apply computer technology to meet the individual needs of an organization. They define the goals of the system and divide the solutions into individual steps and separate procedures. Typical techniques are structured analysis, data modeling, information engineering, mathematical model building, sampling, and cost accounting. They specify the inputs to be accessed by the system, design the processing steps, and format the output to meet users’ needs and prepare cost-benefit and return-on-investment analyses to help management decide whether implementing the proposed technology will be financially feasible.

After system acceptance, they determine what computer hardware and software will be needed to set the system up. Coordinate tests and observe the initial use of the system to ensure that it performs as planned. They prepare specifications, flow charts, and process diagrams for computer programmers to follow and work with programmers to debug the system. They generally must be proficient in both programming and systems analysis. Work with databases, object-oriented programming languages, client-server applications development, multimedia and Internet technology.

Computer Analysts typically have professional education and experience as follows:

• Analyst III (Analyst, Computer III) - Bachelor’s degree in a technical field and 10 years or more professional experience in computer systems analysis
• Analyst II (Analyst, Computer II) - Bachelor's degree in a technical field and 7 years professional experience in computer systems analysis

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Analyst, Computer Systems I (Engineer. Computer I)
Computer hardware and software engineers’ research, design, develop, and test computer hardware and software programs. Hardware refers to computer chips, circuit boards, computer systems, and related equipment such as keyboards, modems, and printers. Computer software engineers develop the software systems that control computers. Computer hardware engineers work exclusively with computers and computer-related equipment. In addition to design and development duties, computer hardware engineers supervise the manufacturing and installation of computers and computer-related equipment. Computer software engineers develop new computer software systems and to incorporate new technologies in a rapidly growing range of applications. Computer software engineers apply the principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that enable computers to perform their many applications. Software engineers analyze users’ needs and design, construct, test, and maintain computer applications software or systems. Computer software engineers can be involved in the design and development of many types of software, including software for operating systems and network distribution, and compilers, which convert programs for execution on a computer. They also solve technical problems that arise. Software engineers must possess strong programming skills, but are more concerned with developing algorithms and analyzing and solving programming problems than with actually writing code. The programming languages most often used are C, C++, and Java, with Fortran and COBOL used less commonly. Analyst, Computer Systems I typically have a Bachlor’s degree in Computer, Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Mathematics with field of concentration in computer science.

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Analyst, Operations III
Operations research analysts help determine better ways to coordinate and manage large organizations that require the effective use of money, materials, equipment, and people. This is accomplished by applying analytical methods from mathematics, science, and engineering. Operations research analysts may be concerned with diverse issues such as top-level strategy, planning, forecasting, resource allocation, performance measurement, scheduling, the design of production facilities and systems, supply chain management, pricing, transportation and distribution, and the analysis of large databases. Analysts gather information, then select the most appropriate analytical technique. Analysts can use any of several techniques, including simulation, linear and nonlinear programming, dynamic programming, queuing and other stochastic-process models, and the analytic hierarchy process. Most techniques involve the construction of mathematical models that attempt to describe the system being studied. The use of models enables the analyst to assign values to the different components and clarify the relationships among them. The values can be altered to examine what may happen to the system under different circumstances. Analyst, Operations III typically has Bachelor's level degree in an Engineering discipline, Physics or Mathematics and 3 years experience in operations research.

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Analyst, Management
Management Analysts collect, review, and analyze information in order to make recommendations to the Government. They define the nature and extent of problems. Analyze relevant data, which may include annual revenues, employment, or expenditures. They interview managers and employees while observing their operations. They develop solutions to problems. In the course of preparing recommendations, they understand the nature of the organization, the relationship it has with others in the Government, and its internal organization and culture. They prepare and solve mathematical models.

Management analysts also report findings and recommendations to the Government. Reports are usually submitted in writing, but oral presentations regarding findings also are common. For some projects, management analysts are retained to help implement the suggestions they have made.

Management Analysts typically have professional education and experience as follows:

• Analyst, Management III - Bachelor's Degree in a business or technical field and 10 years experience in engineering/science management, operations research analysis or financial/cost analysis. Significant experience in U.S. Navy programs or operations.
• Analyst, Management I – Bachelor’s Degree 3 years experience in engineering/science management, operations research analysis or financial/cost analysis.

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Analyst, Operations I
Operations research analysts help determine better ways to coordinate and manage large organizations that require the effective use of money, materials, equipment, and people. This is accomplished by applying analytical methods from mathematics, science, and engineering. Operations research analysts may be concerned with diverse issues such as top-level strategy, planning, forecasting, resource allocation, performance measurement, scheduling, the design of production facilities and systems, supply chain management, pricing, transportation and distribution, and the analysis of large databases.

Analysts gather information, then select the most appropriate analytical technique. Analysts can use any of several techniques, including simulation, linear and nonlinear programming, dynamic programming, queuing and other stochastic-process models, and the analytic hierarchy process. Most techniques involve the construction of mathematical models that attempt to describe the system being studied. The use of models enables the analyst to assign values to the different components and clarify the relationships among them. The values can be altered to examine what may happen to the system under different circumstances. Operations Analysts I typically have a Bachelor's degree in an Engineering discipline, Physics or Mathematics and 3 years professional experience in operations research.

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Drafter II
Experienced in preparing various drawings of such units as construction projects or parts and assemblies, including various views, sectional profiles, irregular or reverse curves, hidden lines and small or intricate details. Work requires use of most of the convention drafting techniques and a working knowledge of the terms and procedures of the occupation. Makes arithmetic computations using standard formulas. Familiar or recurring work is assigned in general terms. Unfamiliar assignments include information on methods, procedures, source of information, and precedents to follow. Simple revisions to existing drawings may be assigned with a verbal explanation of the desired results. More complex revisions are produced from sketches or specifications which clearly depict the desired product. Typical assignments include:

• From a layout and manual references, prepares several views of a simple gear system. Obtains dimensions and tolerances from manuals and by measuring the layout.
• Draws base and elevation views, sections, and details of structures; revises complete sets of roadway drawings; or prepares block maps, indicating water and sewage line locations.
• Prepares and revises detail and design drawings for such projects as the construction and installation of electrical or electronic equipment, plant wiring, and the manufacture and assembly of printed circuit boards. Drawings typically include details of mountings, frames, guards, or other accessories; conduit layouts; or wiring diagrams indicating transformer sizes, conduit locations and mountings. Drafter II typically has a Technical School degree in Drafting, Illustrating or Graphic Arts and 3 yeas experience on the field.

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Drafter (Drafter I)
Experienced in preparing drawings of simple, easily visualized structures, systems, parts or equipment from sketches or marked-up prints. Selecting appropriate templates or various equipment needed to complete assignments. Drawings fit familiar patterns and present few technical problems. Supervisor provides detailed instructions on new assignments, gives guidance when questions arise, and reviews completed work for accuracy. Drafter I typically has a Technical School degree in Drafting, Illustrating or Graphic Arts and 1 year experience on the field.

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Engineer
Engineers apply the theories and principles of science and mathematics to research and develop economical solutions to technical problems. Their work is the link between perceived social needs and commercial applications. Engineers design products, machinery, implement improved ways to extract, process, and use raw materials, such as petroleum and natural gas, develop new materials that both improve the performance of products and take advantage of advances in technology. Engineers analyze the impact of the products they develop or the systems they design on the environment and on the people using them.

In addition to design and development, many engineers work in testing, production, or maintenance by supervising production in factories, determining the causes of breakdowns, and the testing of manufactured products to maintain quality. They also estimate the time and cost to complete projects.

Engineers typically have professional education and experience as follows:

• Engineer IV - Master’s degree in an engineering discipline and 10 years professional experience in engineering.
• Engineer III - Master’s degree in an engineering discipline and 7 years professional experience in engineering.
• Engineer II - Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline and 3 years professional experience in engineering.
• Engineer I - Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline.

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Engineer, Computer II
Computer hardware and software engineers’ research, design, develop, and test computer hardware and software programs. Hardware refers to computer chips, circuit boards, computer systems, and related equipment such as keyboards, modems, and printers. Computer software engineers develop the software systems that control computers. Computer hardware engineers work exclusively with computers and computer-related equipment. In addition to design and development duties, computer hardware engineers supervise the manufacturing and installation of computers and computer-related equipment.

Computer software engineers develop new computer software systems and to incorporate new technologies in a rapidly growing range of applications. Computer software engineers apply the principles and techniques of computer science, engineering, and mathematical analysis to the design, development, testing, and evaluation of the software and systems that enable computers to perform their many applications. Software engineers analyze users’ needs and design, construct, test, and maintain computer applications software or systems. Computer software engineers can be involved in the design and development of many types of software, including software for operating systems and network distribution, and compilers, which convert programs for execution on a computer. They also solve technical problems that arise. Software engineers must possess strong programming skills, but are more concerned with developing algorithms and analyzing and solving programming problems than with actually writing code. The programming languages most often used are C, C++, and Java, with Fortran and COBOL used less commonly. A Computer Engineer II typically has a Bachelor's level degree in Computer, Electrical or Electronics Engineering or Mathematics with field of concentration in computer science.

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Engineer, Electrical/Electronics
Electrical and electronics engineers design, develop, test, and supervise the manufacturing of electrical and electronic equipment, including broadcast and communications systems, electric motors, machinery controls, lighting, and wiring in buildings, automobiles, aircraft, radar and navigation systems, and transmission devices used by electric utilities. Electrical and electronics engineers work closely with computers.

Electrical and electronics engineers specialize in different areas such as power generation, transmission, distribution, communications, and electrical equipment manufacturing. Electrical and electronics engineers design new products, write performance requirements, and develop maintenance schedules. They also test equipment, solve operating problems, and estimate the time and cost of engineering projects.

Electrical/Electronic Engineers typically have profession education and experience as follows:

• Engineer, Electrical/Electronics IV - Master's level degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering and 10 years professional experience.
• Engineer, Electrical/Electronics III - Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering and 7 years professional experience.
• Engineer, Electrical/Electronics II – Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering and 3 years professional experience.
• Engineer, Electrical/Electronics I – Bachelor’s degree in Electrical/Electronics Engineering.

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Manager, Administrative
Administrative managers coordinate and support services to organizations. These workers manage the services that allow organizations to operate efficiently, such as secretarial and reception, administration, payroll, conference planning and travel, information and data processing, mail, materials scheduling and distribution, printing and reproduction, records management, telecommunications management, security, parking, and personal property procurement, supply, and disposal. They also implement procedures to improve productivity and customer service. In addition, some administrative services managers acquire, distribute, and store supplies, while others dispose of surplus property or oversee the disposal of unclaimed property. They are responsible for coordinating the physical workplace with the people and work of an organization. Managers, Administrative Typically have the following education and professional experience:

• Manager, Administrative I (SIN 871-6)(Manager, Administrative II) - Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Economics or Business Administration and 3 years of professional experience.
• Manager, Administrative (SIN 871-4) (Manager, Administrative I) – Associate degree in any field and 2 years general experience in the field of management or operations of an enterprise.

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Mechanical Engineer (Engineer, Mechanical I)
Mechanical engineers research, develop, design, manufacture, and test tools, engines, machines, and other mechanical devices. They work on power-producing machines such as electric generators, internal combustion engines, and steam and gas turbines. They also develop power-using machines such as refrigeration and air-conditioning equipment, machine tools, material handling systems, elevators and escalators, industrial production equipment, and robots used in manufacturing.

Mechanical engineers also design tools that other engineers need for their work. Mechanical engineers rely on computers to assist them in efficiently performing computations, and by permitting the modeling and simulation of new designs as well as facilitating changes to existing designs. Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) are used for design data processing and for turning the design into a product. Mechanical Engineers I typically have Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering.

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Systems Engineer
A Systems Engineer, also known as lead systems analyst, a network engineer who can also program, or a software engineer who can also manage networks, is an IT professional who oversees the creation of hybrid software, web and hardware products from initial specifications to final rollout and maintenance. These products are often sophisticated systems that run on the web. The systems engineer is responsible to integrate various network operating systems, application programs and hardware devices.

Duties of a systems engineer typically include managing the development cycle associated with producing a resilient software, hardware and web application, including: specification, design, coding, testing and maintenance.

Systems engineering is like putting together a puzzle, matching varied pieces together to make one cohesive whole. Systems engineers are concerned with the "big picture" of a project in addition to technical aspects and must consider details like cost, schedules and social issues that may be associated with a project.

Levels of Systems Engineers typically have education and experience as follows:

• Systems Engineer IV (Engineer, Systems IV) - Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering Discipline and 7 years professional experience.
• Systems Engineer III (Engineer, Systems III) - Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering Discipline and 7 years professional experience.
• Systems Engineer II (Engineer, Systems II) - Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering Discipline and 3 years professional experience.
• Systems Engineer I (Engineer, Systems I) – Bachelor’s Degree in an Engineering Discipline.

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Logistician
Logisticians integrate the spectrum of the logistics processes within the operational, acquisition and wholesale environments. Logisticians are responsible for directing the integrated logistics process, developing support policies, procedures and systems, and providing implementation guidance. The Logistician prepares and implements directives to ensure effective logistics support, and establishes and enforces standards to ensure that the assigned work force is properly trained and equipped. It is the Logistician's duty to develop, initiate, integrate and manage all logistics actions associated with life cycle management of weapon systems, subsystems and equipment. Logisticians I typically have the following education and professional experience:

• Logistician (SIN 871-2) (Logistician II) - a High School Diploma/Vocational School Certificate or GED and 7 years professional experience in integrated logistics support.
• Logistician (SIN 871-6) (Logistician I) - a High School Diploma/Vocational School Certificate or GED and 3 years professional experience in integrated logistics support.

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Program/Project Manager
Program Managers are concerned with the overall planning, direction and success of major programs, systems development efforts, and research or technology initiatives which have great significance to the activity’s and agency’s needs. Programs are typically large, multi-year efforts divided into several sub-programs/tasks. Program Managers are also responsible for the overall program definition, organization, and direction of short and long range plans. This includes the responsibility for formulating, guiding, and directing the technical approach; and defining and negotiation with activity and agency personnel for necessary resources. Establishment and control of technical milestones, schedules, budgets and costs are also essential tasks for the Program Manager. Program/Project Managers typically have the following education and professional experience:

• Program/Project Manager (SIN 871-3) (Manager, Program/Project III) - Bachelor’s level degrees in a technical or managerial discipline and 15 years experience in program/project management.
• Program/Project Manager (SIN 871-4) (Manager, Program/Project I) - Bachelor’s level degrees in a technical or managerial discipline and 5 years experience in program/project management.

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Specialist, Configuration Management
A Configuration Management Specialist is responsible for configuration management issues associated with maintaining and controlling all hardware inventory, documentation, product releases, and software configuration management. They also work closely with the Configuration Control Board in defining and implementing procedures for releasing new products throughout the entire life. Configuration Management Specialists typically have the following education and professional experience:

• Specialist, Configuration Management II – Bachelor’s Degree in any field and 7 years experience in configuration management.
• Specialist, Configuration Management I – Bachelor’s Degree in any field and 3 years experience in configuration management.

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Technical Writer/Editor
Develops, writes and edits material for reports, manuals, briefs, proposals, instructions books, catalogs and related technical and administrative publications concerned with work methods and procedures, and installation, operation, and maintenance of machinery and other equipment. Receives assignment from supervisor. Observes production, developmental, and experimental activities to determine operating procedure and detail. Interviews production and engineering personnel and reads journals, reports, and other material to become familiar with product technologies and production methods. Reviews manufacturer's and trade catalogs, drawings and other data relative to operation, maintenance, and service of equipment. Studies blueprints, sketches, drawings, parts lists, specifications, mockups, and product samples to integrate and delineate technology, operating procedure, and production sequence and detail. Organizes material and completes writing assignment according to set standards regarding order, clarity, conciseness, style, and terminology. Reviews published materials and recommends revisions or changes in scope, format, content, and methods of work and revisions. May select photographs, drawings, sketches, diagrams, and charts to illustrate material. May assist in laying out material for publication. May arrange for typing, duplication and distribution of material. May write speeches, articles, and public or employee relations releases. May edit, standardize, or make changes to material prepared by other writers or plant personnel. May specialize in writing material regarding work methods and procedures. A Technical Writer typically has the following education and professional experience:

• Technical Editor (Technical Writer, Supervisory) - A Bachelor’s degree in any field and 3 years professional experience in technical writing/editing.
• Technical Writer/Editor – A Technical school degree in any field and 3 years professional experience in technical writing/editing.

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Technician Electrical/Electronic VI
Independently plan and accomplish complete projects or studies of broad scope and complexity, or serve as an expert in a narrow aspect of a particular field of engineering, e.g., environmental factors affecting electronic engineering. Complexity of assignments typically requires considerable creativity and judgment to devise approaches to accomplish work, resolve design and operational problems, and make decisions in situations where standard engineering methods, procedures, and techniques may not be applicable. Supervisor or professional engineer provides advice on unusual or controversial problems or policy matters; completed work is reviewed for compliance with overall project objectives. May supervise or train and be assisted by lower level technicians. Performs, at this level, one or a combination of such typical duties as: preparing designs and specifications for various complex equipment or systems (e.g., a heating system in an office building, or new electronic components such as solid state devices for instrumentation equipment), planning approach to solve design problems; conceives and recommends new design techniques; resolving design problems with contract personnel, and assures compatibility of design with other parts of the system, designing and coordinating test set ups and experiments to prove or disprove the feasibility of preliminary design; uses untried and untested measurement techniques; and improves the performance of the equipment. May advise equipment users or redesign to solve unique operational deficiencies. Plans approach and conducts various experiments to develop equipment or systems characterized by (a) difficult performance requirements because of conflicting attributes such as versatility, size, and ease of operation; or (b) unusual combination of techniques or components. Arranges for fabrication of pilot models and determines test procedures and design of special test equipment. Technicians Electrical/Electronic VI typically have a Associates level degree in an Electrical/Electronic Engineering, Engineering Technology, Physics or Mathematics and 5 years work related experience in electrical/electronic systems.

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Technician Electrical/Electronic IV
Performs non routine assignments of substantial variety and complexity, using operational precedents which are not fully applicable. Such assignments, which are typically parts of broader assignments, are screened to eliminate unusual design problems. May also plan such assignments. Receives technical advice from supervisory or engineer; work is reviewed for technical adequacy (or conformity with instructions). May be assisted by lower level technicians and have frequent contact with professionals and others within the establishment. Performs at this level one or a combination of such typical duties as: developing or reviewing designs by extracting and analyzing a variety of engineering data, applying conventional engineering practices to develop, prepare, or recommend schematics, designs, specifications, electrical drawings and diagrams; hardware fittings or test equipment involving a variety of mechanisms; conventional piping systems; and building site layouts. They conduct tests or experiments requiring selection and adaptation or modification of a wide variety of critical test equipment and test procedures; set up and operate equipment; record data, measures and record problems of significant complexity that sometimes require resolution at a higher level; and analyze data and prepare test reports. They apply methods outlined by others to limited segments of research and development projects; construct experimental or prototype models to meet engineering requirements; conduct tests or experiments and redesigns as necessary; and record and evaluate data and reports findings. Technicians Electrical/Electronic IV typically have a technical school diploma 4 years work related experience in electrical/electronic systems.

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Technician Electrical/Electronic III
Performs assignments that are not completely standardized or prescribed. Selects or adapts standard procedures or equipment, using fully applicable precedents. Receives initial instruction, equipment requirements, and advice from supervisor or engineer as needed; performs recurring work independently; work is reviewed for technical adequacy or conformity with instructions. Performs at this level one or a combination of such typical duties as constructing components, sub-units, or simple models or adapts standard equipment and troubleshoot and correct malfunctions, following specific layout and scientific diagrams to construct and package simple devices and sub-units of equipment. Conducting various tests or experiments which may require minor modifications in test setups or procedures as well as subjective judgments in measurement; selecting, setting up, and operating standard test equipment and recording test data, extracting and compiling a variety of engineering data from field notes, manuals, lab reports, etc.; processing data, identifying errors or inconsistencies; selecting methods of data presentation. Also assists in design modification by compiling data related to design, specifications, and materials which are pertinent to specific items of equipment or component parts and develops information concerning previous operational failures and modifications. Uses judgment and initiative to recognize inconsistencies or gaps in data and seeks sources to clarify information. Technicians Electrical/Electronic II typically have a technical schools diploma and 3 years high school/vocational and 3 years work related experience in electrical/electronic systems.

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Technician, Electrical/Electronic II
Performs standardized or prescribed assignments, involving a sequence of related operations. Follows standard work methods on recurring assignments but receives explicit instructions on unfamiliar assignments; technical adequacy of routine work is reviewed on completion; non routine work may also be reviewed in process. Performs at this level one or a combination of such typical duties as (1) Following specific instructions, assembles or constructs simple or standard equipment or parts; may service or repair simple instruments or equipment. (2) Conducting a variety of tests using established methods and preparing test specimens, adjusting and operating equipment, and recording test data, pointing out deviations resulting from equipment malfunction or observational errors, and (3) Extracting engineering data from various prescribed but non standardized sources; processing the data following well-defined methods including elementary algebra and geometry; presenting the data in prescribed form. A technician, Electrical/Electronic I typically has a high school vocational school diploma or GED and1 year work related experience in electrical/electronic systems.

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Technician, Mechanical IV
Develops and tests machinery and equipment. Reviews project instructions/blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, equipment, nature of technical problems, and possible solutions. Devises, fabricates and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies for products. Sets up and conducts tests of complete units and components under operational conditions. Analyzes indicated and calculated test results in relation to design or rated specifications and test objectives, and modifies or adjusts equipment to meet specifications and tests objectives, and modifies or adjusts equipment to meet specifications. Records test procedures, results, data and recommendations for changes. Technician, Mechanical IV typically has a Associate's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Technology, Physics or Mathematics and 3 years work related experience in mechanical design, fabrication, assembly or testing.

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Technician, Mechanical III
Develops and tests machinery and equipment. Reviews project instructions/blueprints to ascertain test specifications, procedures, objectives, equipment, nature of technical problems, and possible solutions. Devises, fabricates and assembles new or modified mechanical components or assemblies for products. Sets up and conducts tests of complete units and components under operational conditions. Analyzes indicated and calculated test results in relation to design or rated specifications and test objectives, and modifies or adjusts equipment to meet specifications and tests objectives, and modifies or adjusts equipment to meet specifications. Records test procedures, results, data and recommendations for changes. A Technician, Mechanical III typically has a technical school diploma and 3 years work related experience in mechanical design, fabrication, assembly or testing.

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Word Processor III
Has both a comprehensive knowledge of word processing software applications and office practices and a high degree of skill in applying software functions to prepare complex and detailed documents. For example, processes complex and lengthy technical reports which include tables, graphs, charts, or multiple columns. Uses either different word processing packages or many different style macros or special command functions. Independently completes assignments and resolves problems. A Word Processor III typically has a high school/vocational school diploma or GED and 2 years work-related experience.

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Word Processor II
Uses a knowledge of varied and advanced functions of one software type, a knowledge of varied functions of different types of software, or a knowledge of specialized or technical terminology to perform such typical duties as (1) editing and reformatting written or electronic drafts. Examples include: Correcting function codes; adjusting spacing and formatting; and standardizing headings, margins, and indentations; (2) transcribing scientific reports, lab analyses, legal proceedings, or similar material from voice tapes or handwritten drafts. Work requires knowledge of specialized, technical or scientific terminology. Work requires familiarity with office terminology and practices; incumbent corrects copy and questions originator of document concerning missing information, improper formatting, or discrepancies in instructions. Supervisor sets priorities and deadlines on continuing assignments, furnishes general instructions for recurring work, and provides specific instructions for new or unique projects. May lead lower level word processors. A Word Processor II typically has a high school/vocational school diploma or GED and 1 year work-related experience.

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Word Processor I
Produces a variety of standard documents, such as correspondence, form letters, reports, tables and other printed materials. Work requires skill in typing; a knowledge of grammar, punctuation and spelling; and ability to use reference guides and equipment manuals. Performs familiar, routine assignments following standard procedures. Seeks further instructions for assignments requiring deviations from established procedures. A Word Processor I typically has a high school/vocational school diploma.

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