GS-0854

Computer Engineering

Positions involving professional engineering work in computer hardware and systems design.

🎓Degree Required📊Professional📈two-grade📁0800

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Qualification Requirements

Official OPM qualification standards for GS-0854

Computer Engineering Basic Requirements

Uses Professional Engineering Basic Requirements (GS-800 Series)

Option A - Degree: Engineering degree from ABET-accredited program in computer engineering, electrical engineering, or related field with significant computer hardware/software coursework.

Option B - Combination: College-level education plus technical experience demonstrating thorough knowledge of computer engineering principles including digital systems, computer architecture, hardware-software integration.

Professional Registration: Registration as Professional Engineer (PE) is qualifying.

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📋Typical Duties

•Design computer systems
•Develop hardware specifications
•Test computer components
•Integrate hardware and software
•Troubleshoot system issues
•Evaluate new technologies
•Manage engineering projects
•Prepare technical documentation
•Ensure system performance
•Coordinate with vendors

🎯Key Competencies

Digital Systems

Knowledge of digital logic design and computer architecture.

Embedded Systems

Skill in designing embedded systems and microcontrollers.

Hardware Design

Ability to design computer hardware and circuit boards.

Firmware Development

Skill in developing firmware and device drivers.

System Integration

Ability to integrate hardware and software systems.

Testing and Debugging

Skill in testing and debugging computer systems.

Network Architecture

Understanding of computer networks and protocols.

Technical Documentation

Ability to prepare technical specifications and documentation.

🔑Resume Keywords

Computer EngineeringCoordinate with vendorsDesign computer systemsDevelop hardware specificationsEnsure system performanceEvaluate new technologiesIntegrate hardware and softwareManage engineering projectsPrepare technical documentationTest computer componentsTroubleshoot system issues

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