COMPUTER SCIENTIST

COMPUTER SCIENTIST

Department: Department of the Navy

Location(s): Dahlgren, Virginia

Salary Range: $101401 - $156755 Per Year

Job Summary: This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Major Duties:

• You will be responsible for assisting the H60 Tech Leads in the design, developmental integration and experimentation of core software for automating critical elements of weapons system payloads deployed on various crewed and uncrewed platforms.
• You will support software development efforts specific to Computer Vision and Kill Chain Automation enhancements.
• You will design software components and algorithms for the integration and creation of the required capabilities, developing algorithms for kill chain automation, and characterizing system performance as assigned.
• You will be responsible for documentation and delivery (oral and written) of work performed.
• You will be responsible for supporting H63 and other H60 organizational initiatives and personal training and career growth opportunities to include understanding and assimilating into the NSWCDD culture, mandatory training and meetings.
• You will adhere to Dept/Div/branch policy, and maintain and execute an IDP and YOE.
• You will provide mentorship and share knowledge and lessons learned with other junior scientist and new team members.
• You will support software development efforts specific to Computer Vision and Kill Chain Automation enhancements.

Qualifications: Your resume must also demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the next lower pay band, ND-03 (GS-09/11 equivalency), in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: As a computer scientist with experience in software development and software architectures. Examples of qualifying experience may include: Significant experience as a Software Developer (5-8+ years). Experience with Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning. Deep expertise in Python with a familiarity with C++, bash, and JavaScript. Experience with building modular interfaces, software containerization, and microservices. Strong understanding of data structures, algorithms, and design patterns. Proven ability to design scalable, maintainable, and secure software architectures. Proficiency with DevOps principles and practices and CI/CD tools. Familiarity with Windows and Linux operating systems. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=Occupational-Series Computer Science Series, 1550 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

How to Apply: Interested Applicants must submit resumes/application packages to: DLGR_NSWC_jobinfo@navy.mil Applicants must include the job announcement number in the subject of the email. Facsimile applications will not be considered. All resumes/applications must be received no later than the close date of this flyer. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that all information in their resume and documents, are received, legible, and accurate. HR will not modify answers/documents submitted by an applicant. Failure to submit a complete application package will result in an ineligible rating and loss of consideration.

Application Deadline: 2026-02-16