General Engineer - Direct Hire - SME

The New Car Assessment Program (NCAP) Division provides national and international leadership in planning, developing, initiating, and conducting new and innovative consumer information programs. The primary objective of the Division is to develop and coordinate the dissemination of consumer information on various aspects of motor vehicle and occupant protection systems that may induce market forces to enhance crash protection to adult and child occupants and vulnerable road users.As a General Engineer, you will: Conduct NCAP activities, including (1) executing specific program tasks; (2) working closely with various NHTSA organizational units; (3) monitoring and reporting on program progress/problem; (4) resolving program problems by coordinating with other NHTSA offices. Perform data analysis obtained from laboratory tests, real-world crash data files, and computer simulations. Serve as an Alternate Contracting Officer Representative (ACOR). Assist in planning web and database developmental support to meet NHTSA's objectives and goals in improving consumer information programs. The ideal candidate for the Engineering position in the New Car Assessment Program Division is innovative, process driven, detail oriented, and a team player who can work cooperatively with an adaptable, energetic, and mission driven team. The incumbent demonstrates proficient organization skills and can manage multiple projects with time-sensitive deadlines. The incumbent also possesses effective communication skills. Furthermore, the incumbent has intermediate to mid-level experience with planning, developing, and executing vehicle safety related tests and metrics especially in crashworthiness and/or crash avoidance and mitigation.