Computer Scientist

As a Computer Scientist in the PALACE Acquire Program, you will engage in a structured 3-year formal training plan designed to foster both personal and professional growth. Your primary responsibilities include applying operations research methodologies to solve complex problems, dealing effectively with change and complexity, and demonstrating ethical decision-making. You will work on projects that require mathematical modeling, statistical analysis, and optimization techniques to support organizational objectives. Throughout the program, you will develop and refine your skills in problem-solving, data analysis, and systems thinking, contributing to the development of innovative solutions. Your performance will be evaluated based on your ability to apply professional operations research knowledge, and you will receive annual salary increases contingent on successful performance and supervisory approval. This role emphasizes continuous learning and application of advanced mathematical and statistical concepts to real-world challenges.

To qualify for this position, you must meet one of the following educational requirements: - For GS-7: Completion of a 4-year bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with documented Superior Academic Achievement (SAA) at the undergraduate level. - For GS-9: Completion of 2 years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree. Additionally, you must have a bachelor's degree in operations research, or at least 24 semester hours in a combination of operations research, mathematics, probability, statistics, mathematical logic, science, or subject-matter courses requiring substantial competence in college-level mathematics or statistics. At least 3 of the 24 semester hours must be in calculus. Your qualifications will be evaluated based on your level of knowledge, skills, and abilities in professional operations research.

AFPC is a U.S. government agency focused on personnel and talent management, offering structured training and career development programs like the Palace Acquire Program.