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1 Contract No. GS-23F-0058M Federal Supply Group 871 For Professional Engineering Services Primary Engineering Disciplines Civil, Electrical and Mechanical SIN Strategic Planning for Technology Programs/Activities SIN Concept Development and Requirements Analysis SIN System Design, Engineering and Integration SIN Test and Evaluation SIN Integrated Logistics Support SIN Acquisition and Life-Cycle Management Kellie Sullivan Business Development Paul Jacobsen Contracts General Services Administration Federal Supply Service On-line access to contract ordering information, terms and conditions, up-todate pricing are available through GSA Advantage!, a menu-driven database system. The Internet address for GSA Advantage! is Government Communications Systems Division P.O. Box 37 Melbourne, FL USA

2 Contract No GS-23F-0058M Federal Supply Group 871 For Professional Engineering Services General Services Administration Federal Supply Service For more information about the Harris GSA PES Schedule or for assistance in ordering Harris services from the schedule, please contact one of the numbers listed below. Kellie Sullivan Business Development: Paul Jacobsen Contracts:

3 Harris Corporation Government Communications Systems Division Harris has been awarded a General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Supply Service Schedule for Professional Engineering Services (PES) Contract No. GS-23F-0058M. This is an ID/IQ multiple award contract that provides for task orders to be placed as either Fixed Price or Time and Material using the broad range of categories and ceiling prices defined in the contract. Harris PES contract offers high-quality support in the disciplines of Electrical, Mechanical and Civil Engineering, and all associated subdisciplines. Our wide range of services span the engineering life cycle, including: Strategic Planning Concept Development System Design, Engineering and Integration Test and Evaluation Life-Cycle Management Integrated Logistics Support Operations and Maintenance Acquisition Management Harris offers competitive rates in a structure of 37 labor categories that allow us to provide proven, professional support that includes: Program/Project Management Systems Engineering Electrical Engineering Mechanical Engineering RF Engineering and Frequency Management Materials Engineering Facilities Management and Support Manpower and Resource Planning Configuration Management Logistics Specialty Discipline Technician Support Advantages of using our GSA Professional Engineering Services contract include: 5-year contract period plus 5 option years ID/IQ contract with no ceiling and no maximum order limitation Available to all Federal agencies and authorized organizations Direct customer/contractor relationship no transfer of funds to GSA is required A streamlined procurement process Minimal documentation No advertised announcement is required Broad work scope Prenegotiated fair and reasonable pricing For more information about the Harris GSA PES Schedule or for assistance in ordering Harris services from the schedule, please contact one of the numbers listed below. Kellie Sullivan (gcsdweb2@harris.com) Business Development: Paul Jacobsen (pjacobse@harris.com) Contracts:

4 Ordering Procedures By virtue of the fact that GSA has awarded Harris this PES Schedule, the U.S. Government has determined that Harris price lists applicable to this schedule are fair and reasonable. The total price for services is established at the time the task order is placed and is based on the prices offered in the Harris PES price list catalog. The estimated number of hours/labor categories to be provided and material/travel/ ODC and related items are detailed on the task order. If the ordering office chooses to purchase services on a T&M basis the resultant task order shall specify the Not-to-Exceed Price, applicable labor categories including hourly rates for each and any applicable material, travel and ODC. When ordering services, the ordering office: 1) Prepares a Request for Quote Performance-based statement of work outlining the work to be performed, desired location of work, period of performance, delivery schedule, standards, acceptance criteria, etc. Type of Task Order FFP or T&M. Basis for award (experience, best value, etc.). 2) Transmits the Request for Quote to contractor Select three contractors on the schedule. Send request for quotes to selected contractors. Ordering offices should endeavor to minimize the contractors costs associated with responding to the request for quote. Oral presentations should be considered where possible. 3) Evaluates quotations and selects the contractor to receive the order Evaluate responses based on criteria established in the Request for Quote. Place the order directly with the responder that represents the best value (considering price, special qualifications, administrative costs, etc.). The task order is issued directly from the ordering office s contracting office to the selected contractor without GSA involvement in the procurement process. All task order reporting requirements and submission of fees is the responsibility of the contractor. 4) Federal Supply Schedule Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) for recurring services are also permitted Define the services that may be ordered under the BPA including delivery, performance time frames, etc. Select the responding contractor that represents the best value and represents the lowest overall cost alternative to meet the ordering office s needs. Authorized users may place the order directly under the established BPA when the need for services arise without having to regenerate requests for quotations each time covered services are desired. 2

5 Prices, Labor Categories and Descriptions Table of PEDs Versus SINs SIN(s) Awarded: Strategic Planning for Technology Programs/Activities Concept Development and Requirements Analysis Systems Design, Engineering and Integration Test and Evaluation Integrated Logistics Support Acquisition and Life-Cycle Management Primary Engineering Disciplines (PEDs): Civil Electrical Mechanical Partial Listing of Specialties Within the Electrical Engineering PED Aerospace and Electronic Systems Antennas and Propagation Broadcast Technology Circuits and Systems Communications Consumer Electronics Components Packaging and Manufacturing Technology Dielectrics and Electrical Insulation Education Control Systems Geoscience and Remote Sensing Engineering Management Electromagnetic Compatibility Information Theory Lasers and Electro-Optics Industrial Electronics Intelligent Transportation Systems Magnetics Industry Applications Power Electronics Neural Networks Council Instrumentation and Measurement Reliability Power Engineering Microwave Theory and Techniques Solid-State Circuits Robotics and Automation Vehicular Technology Systems, Man, and Cybernetics Professional Communication Signal Processing on Social Implications of Technology Ultrasonics, Ferroelectrics, and Frequency Control ASME Heat Transfer/K16 Advanced Energy Systems Aerospace Engineering Applied Mechanics Bioengineering Design Engineering Dynamic Systems and Control Electrical and Electronic Packaging Fluids Engineering Fluids Power Systems and Technology Systems Heat Transfer Partial Listing of Specialties Within the Mechanical Engineering PED Information Storage and Processing Systems Materials Manufacturing Engineering Microchannel Flow and Heat Transfer Management Materials Handling Engineering Noise Control and Acoustics Non-Destructive Evaluation Engineering Ocean Engineering Offshore Mechanics and Arctic Engineering Partial Listing of Specialties Within the Civil Engineering PED Petroleum Plant Engineering and Maintenance Power Pressure Vessels and Piping Process Industries Rail Transportation Safety Engineering and Risk Analysis Solar Energy Technology and Society Textile Engineering Tribology Geo-Technical Surveying Structural Environmental Transportation 3

6 Table of Time Phased Prices Per Labor Category Labor Category Name Hourly Rate W/IFF A Band Software Engineering, Systems Engineering Engineer A1 $ Engineer A2 $ Engineer A3 $ Engineer A4 $ Engineer A5 $ Engineer A6 $ B Band Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Engineer B1 $ Engineer B2 $ Engineer B3 $ Engineer B4 $ Engineer B5 $ C Band Designer Engineering, Integration Engineering, Logistics Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Test Engineering, Quality Engineering, Specialty Engineering Engineer C1 $ Engineer C2 $ Engineer C3 $ Engineer C4 $ Engineer C5 $ Labor Category Name Hourly Rate W/IFF D Band Engineering Specialist, Systems Support Engineering Engineer D1 $ Engineer D2 $ Engineer D3 $ Engineer D4 $ Engineer D5 $ Z Band Program Management Management Z1 $ Management Z2 $ Management Z3 $ Management Z4 $ Management Z5 $ Management Z6 $ N Band Program Financial Analyst, Procurement, Subcontracts, Production, Graphic Arts Administration N1 $ Administration N2 $ Administration N3 $ Administration N4 $ Administration N5 $ Administration N6 $ H Band Manufacturing Technician, Administration, Graphics, Assembly, Configuration Data/Doc Control, Design, Engineering Technician, Software Technician Non-Exempt HG $ Non-Exempt HH $ Non-Exempt HI $ For more information about the Harris GSA PES Schedule or for assistance in ordering Harris services from the schedule, please contact one of the numbers listed below. Kellie Sullivan (gcsdweb2@harris.com) Business Development: Paul Jacobsen (pjacobse@harris.com) Contracts:

7 A Band Software Engineering Responsible for the planning, design, development and implementation of Intra/Internet, computer-based training, web-based training and interactive electronic applications. Designs and develops user interface features. Develops animation and special effects graphics. Analyzes and understands business requirements and translates into multimedia or web applications. Researches and tracks new technologies in order to provide technical expertise in developing applications. Provides written design documents, test plans, and test results. May work with outside vendors in developing tests to ensure feature functionality. Systems Engineering Responsible for developing, defining, and designing system requirements. Analyzes systems requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints. Assesses architecture and current hardware limitations, defines and designs complex system specifications, input/output processes and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility. Coordinates design of subsystem and integration of total system. Engineer A1 Limited use and/or application of basic principles, theories, and concepts. Develops solutions to problems of limited scope. Limited originality is required in dealing with unusual, incomplete or conflicting data. Specific detailed guidelines covering all important aspects of the assignment are provided. Education: B.S. Experience: 0 1 year Engineer A3 Wide application of principles, theories, and concepts in the field plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Develops thorough, practicable solutions to a variety of difficult problems involving multiple variables. Considers interrelations that may not be clearly evident. Purpose and desired results indicated. Guidelines are not completely applicable to many work situations. Unusual problems may be discussed with supervisor. Experience: 5 years with B.S./3 years with M.S. Engineer A2 Full use and application of standard principles, theories, concepts and techniques. Provides solutions to a variety of problems involving multiple variables and interrelationships. Purpose and desired results indicated and anticipated unusual problems discussed. Proposed deviations from guidelines must be referred to supervisor for approval. Education: B.S. Experience: 2 years with B.S./0 years with M.S. Engineer A4 Applies extensive expertise as a generalist or specialist. Develops solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Consideration is given to the interrelationships that are not clearly evident. General objectives and boundaries are identified with potential problems discussed. Considerable judgment is needed in extensively adapting or in making compromises to fit unusual or complex situations. Decisions are reviewed for attainment of objectives and compliance with policy. Experience: 9 years with B.S./7 years with M.S. 5

8 A Band (Continued) Software Engineering, Systems Engineering Engineer A5 Applies advanced principles, theories, and concepts. Contributes to the development of new principles and concepts. Works on unusually complex problems and provides solutions which are highly innovative and ingenious. Work under consultative direction toward predetermined longrange goals. Self-initiated. Work is checked through consultation and agreement with others rather than by formal review of supervisor. Experience: 14 years with B.S./12 years with M.S. Engineer A6 Exhibits an exceptional degree of ingenuity, creativity, and resourcefulness. Applies and/or develops highly advanced technologies, scientific principles, theories and concepts. Work on highly complex problems which are broad in scope and provide solutions which are highly innovative, ingenious, new and unprecedented in nature. Works independently to uncover and resolve problems associated with the development and implementation of operational programs. Plans R&D programs and recommends technological application programs to accomplish long-term objectives. Experience: 20 years with B.S./18 years with M.S. B Band Mechanical Engineering Responsible for the design, layout, testing and evaluation of mechanical and electro-mechanical devices or systems. Prepares design specifications, analysis and recommendations for presentation and approval. Analyzes mechanical requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints. Investigates solutions to product or process problems. Consolidates results of mechanical design elements for assigned projects. Conducts investigations involving the origination or modification of material, component or process specifications or requirements. Performs product development activities including drawing board layout and interpretation/implementation of customer specifications and documentation requirements. Electrical Engineering Responsible for designing, developing, modifying and evaluating electronic parts, components, or integrated circuitry for electronic equipment or other hardware systems. Determines design approaches and parameters. Analyzes electrical requirements to determine feasibility of design within time and cost constraints. Analyzes equipment to establish operating data, conducts experimental tests and evaluates results. Selects components and equipment based on analysis of specifications and reliability. May also review vendor capability to support development. Engineer B1 Limited use and/or application of basic principles, theories, and concepts. Develops solutions to problems of limited scope. Limited originality is required in dealing with unusual, incomplete or conflicting data. Specific detailed guidelines covering all important aspects of the assignment are provided. Education: B.S. Experience: 0 1 year Engineer B2 Full use and application of standard principles, theories, concepts and techniques. Provides solutions to a variety of problems involving multiple variables and interrelationships. Purpose and desired results indicated and anticipated unusual problems discussed. Proposed deviations from guidelines must be referred to supervisor for approval. Education: B.S. Experience: 2 years with B.S./0 years with M.S. 6

9 B Band (Continued) Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering Engineer B3 Wide application of principles, theories, and concepts in the field plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Develops thorough, practicable solutions to a variety of difficult problems involving multiple variables. Considers interrelations that may not be clearly evident. Purpose and desired results indicated. Guidelines are not completely applicable to many work situations. Unusual problems may be discussed with supervisor. Experience: 5 years with B.S./3 years with M.S. Engineer B4 Applies extensive expertise as a generalist or specialist. Develops solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Consideration is given to the interrelationships that are not clearly evident. General objectives and boundaries are identified with potential problems discussed. Considerable judgment is needed in extensively adapting or in making compromises to fit unusual or complex situations. Decisions are reviewed for attainment of objectives and compliance with policy. Experience: 9 years with B.S./7 years with M.S. Engineer B5 Applies advanced principles, theories, and concepts. Contributes to the development of new principles and concepts. Works on unusually complex problems and provides solutions which are highly innovative and ingenious. Work under consultative direction toward predetermined long-range goals. Self-initiated. Work is checked through consultation and agreement with others rather than by formal review of supervisor. Experience: 14 years with B.S./12 years with M.S. 7

10 C Band Designer Engineering Designs major components or major portions of a functional system to develop or improve products and facilitate manufacturing operations. Utilizes CAD equipment to develop basic data and make preliminary layouts, sketches and notes necessary to present design proposals. Investigates pertinent design factors such as ease of manufacture, availability of materials and equipment, interchangeability, replaceability, strength-weight efficiency, contractual specifications requirements and cost. Integration Engineering Applies engineering principles, theories and concepts in the integration of hardware, software, equipment and facilities. Prepares, presents and implements integration design plans for subsystems, systems and facilities. Logistics Engineering Responsible for creating, evaluating and modifying prototypes to support instructional design or software application development. Develops and applies software design/usability processes in the investigation of technical problems. Involved in the human factors development of design concept and implementation, with input regarding user interface design considerations. Responsible for configuration management tools built for use in the production and integration of those tools into the software development environment. Drives decisions on technical tools and processes for configuration management. Manufacturing Engineering Implements and analyzes manufacturing engineering plans and projects. Designs, develops and transfers manufacturing and engineering tools, strategies and systems. Develops manufacturing strategies for specific products and processes. Interfaces with engineering in coordinating the release of new products. Estimates manufacturing costs, determines time standards, and makes recommendations for tooling and process requirements of new and existing product lines. Maintains records and reporting systems for coordination of manufacturing operations. Test Engineering Responsible for designing, developing and implementing cost-effective methods of testing and troubleshooting systems and equipment. Prepares test and diagnostic programs, designs test fixtures and equipment, completes specifications and procedures for new products. Quality Engineering Ensures that quality control procedures adequately evaluate products. Determines if current methods and techniques result in meeting reliability standards or require modification. Develops, modifies, applies and maintains standards for quality operating methods and procedures used throughout company programs. Reviews design, change specifications, and related plans against contractual requirements. Specialty Engineering Responsible for creating, evaluating and modifying prototypes to support instructional design or software application development. Develops and applies software design/usability processes in the investigation of technical problems. Involved in the human factors development of design concept and implementation, with input regarding user interface design considerations. Responsible for configuration management tools built for use in the production and integration of those tools into the software development environment. Drives decisions on technical tools and processes for configuration management. 8

11 C Band (Continued) Specialty Engineering Engineer C1 Limited use and/or application of basic principles, theories, and concepts. Develops solutions to problems of limited scope. Limited originality is required in dealing with unusual, incomplete or conflicting data. Specific detailed guidelines covering all important aspects of the assignment are provided. Education: B.S. Experience: 0 1 year Engineer C3 Wide application of principles, theories, and concepts in the field plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Develops thorough, practicable solutions to a variety of difficult problems involving multiple variables. Considers interrelations that may not be clearly evident. Purpose and desired results indicated. Guidelines are not completely applicable to many work situations. Unusual problems may be discussed with supervisor. Experience: 5 years with B.S./3 years with M.S. Engineer C2 Full use and application of standard principles, theories, concepts and techniques. Provides solutions to a variety of problems involving multiple variables and interrelationships. Purpose and desired results indicated and anticipated unusual problems discussed. Proposed deviations from guidelines must be referred to supervisor for approval. Education: B.S. Experience: 2 years with B.S./0 years with M.S. Engineer C4 Applies extensive expertise as a generalist or specialist. Develops solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Consideration is given to the interrelationships that are not clearly evident. General objectives and boundaries are identified with potential problems discussed. Considerable judgment is needed in extensively adapting or in making compromises to fit unusual or complex situations. Decisions are reviewed for attainment of objectives and compliance with policy. Experience: 9 years with B.S./7 years with M.S. Engineer C5 Applies advanced principles, theories, and concepts. Contributes to the development of new principles and concepts. Works on unusually complex problems and provides solutions which are highly innovative and ingenious. Work under consultative direction toward predetermined longrange goals. Self-initiated. Work is checked through consultation and agreement with others rather than by formal review of supervisor. Experience: 14 years with B.S./12 years with M.S. 9

12 D Band Engineering Specialist Responsible for providing technical support for the fabrication, integration or test effort of electronic, mechanical or software systems. Maintains equipment, lab or shop floor. Designs electronic software or electro-mechanical subsystems or components. Assists engineering staff in building and testing prototype or modified electronic equipment. Performs functional testing, debugging and repairs of electromechanical products. Installs, repairs, modifies or performs preventative maintenance of equipment and other products. Systems Support Engineering Responsible for technical contributions in support of Integrated Logistics Support Management, technical training and publications, configuration management and data management, maintainability and reliability. Coordinates with other engineering functions to establish the requirements, design, supply and life-cycle maintenance for programs or proposals. Engineer D1 Limited use and/or application of basic principles, theories, and concepts. Develops solutions to problems of limited scope. Limited originality is required in dealing with unusual, incomplete or conflicting data. Specific detailed guidelines covering all important aspects of the assignment are provided. Education: B.S. Experience: 0 1 year Engineer D3 Wide application of principles, theories, and concepts in the field plus a working knowledge of other related disciplines. Develops thorough, practicable solutions to a variety of difficult problems involving multiple variables. Considers interrelations that may not be clearly evident. Purpose and desired results indicated. Guidelines are not completely applicable to many work situations. Unusual problems may be discussed with supervisor. Experience: 5 years with B.S./3 years with M.S. Engineer D2 Full use and application of standard principles, theories, concepts and techniques. Provides solutions to a variety of problems involving multiple variables and interrelationships. Purpose and desired results indicated and anticipated unusual problems discussed. Proposed deviations from guidelines must be referred to supervisor for approval. Education: B.S. Experience: 2 years with B.S./0 years with M.S. Engineer D4 Applies extensive expertise as a generalist or specialist. Develops solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and creativity. Consideration is given to the interrelationships that are not clearly evident. General objectives and boundaries are identified with potential problems discussed. Considerable judgment is needed in extensively adapting or in making compromises to fit unusual or complex situations. Decisions are reviewed for attainment of objectives and compliance with policy. Experience: 9 years with B.S./7 years with M.S. 10

13 Engineer D5 Applies advanced principles, theories, and concepts. Contributes to the development of new principles and concepts. Works on unusually complex problems and provides solutions which are highly innovative and ingenious. Work under consultative direction toward predetermined longrange goals. Self-initiated. Work is checked through consultation and agreement with others rather than by formal review of supervisor. Experience: 14 years with B.S./12 years with M.S. Authorized Federal Supply Schedule GS-23F-0058M D Band (Continued) Engineering Specialist, Systems Support Engineering Z Band Program Management Responsible for managing the cost and schedule requirements of a product line through all phases from proposal to product distribution. Ensures that all resources such as engineering, manpower, production, computer time, facilities and sales force are available to support the product line. Develops and/or implements techniques to track product line performance against goals. Involved in defining product line opportunities and guiding internal research and development efforts. Work with customers to determine needs, requirements and new business opportunities. Management Z1 Job Summary: Acts as an associate or deputy to a Program Manager 3 or higher. Under their guidance, responsible for managing government programs which are of relatively low risk and complexity or are a portion of a larger program. Ensures that all required resources such as engineering, manpower production, computer time, facilities and the like are available for the program. Plans, directs and monitors program budget and serves as primary customer contact for program information for a well-defined, smaller portion of a larger program. Total value of programs responsible for is generally less than $10 million (life of contracts, not annual). Excludes engineers or other individuals temporarily assigned program management responsibilities. Education: Bachelor s degree with emphasis in business or engineering or equivalent experience. Experience: A minimum of 2 years of program-related experience. Management Z2 Job Summary: Responsible for managing government programs which are of relatively low risk and complexity or are a portion of a larger program. Ensures that all required resources such as engineering, manpower, production, computer time, facilities and the like are a available for the program. Plans, directs and monitors program budget and serves as primary customer contact for program information. Total value of programs responsible for is generally less than $10 million (life of contracts, not annual). Excludes engineers or other individuals temporarily assigned program management responsibilities. Education: Bachelor s degree with emphasis in business or engineering or equivalent experience. Experience: A minimum of 5 years of program-related experience. 11

14 Z Band (Continued) Program Management Management Z3 Job Summary: Responsible for managing government programs of moderate risk and complexity or may have deputy responsibility for a large program. Frequently is involved simultaneously in several programs. Oversees program budget and schedules prepared by subordinate staff. May have supervisory responsibilities including hiring, firing, salary and performance management. May have primary responsibility for program growth. Serves as primary customer contact. Total value of programs responsible for is generally between $10 and $25 million (life of contracts, not annual). May be responsible for programs of a lesser dollar value if they are more complex or developmental in nature. Excludes engineers or other individuals temporarily assigned program management responsibilities and technical functional managers for a program. Education: Bachelor s degree with emphasis on business or engineering or equivalent experience. Experience: A minimum of 9 years program-related experience and prior management experience. Management Z5 Job Summary: Responsible for managing very complex and/or high risk programs. May manage fixed price contracts. Oversees program budget and schedules. May direct staff. Has primary responsibility for program growth; may be responsible for marketing new technology or follow-on business acquisition. Total value of programs responsible for is generally in excess of $50 million (life of contracts, not annual). May be responsible for programs of a lesser dollar value if they are more complex or developmental in nature. Excludes engineers or other individuals temporarily assigned program management responsibilities and technical functional managers for a program. Education: Bachelor s degree (advanced degree in engineering or business preferred) or equivalent experience. Experience: A minimum of 14 years program-related experience in related areas with at least 5 years functional or program management experience. Management Z4 Job Summary: Responsible for managing relatively complex programs. May manage fixed price contracts. Oversees program budget and schedules. May direct staff. Has primary responsibility for program growth; may be responsible for marketing new programs, responsible for between $25 and $50 million (life of contracts, not annual). May be responsible for programs of a lesser dollar value if they are more complex or developmental in nature. Excludes engineers or other individuals temporarily assigned program management responsibilities and technical functional managers for a program. Education: Bachelor s degree (advanced degree in engineering or business preferred) or equivalent experience. Experience: A minimum of 11 years program-related experience in related areas with at least 5 years functional or program management experience. Management Z6 Job Summary: Responsible for managing very complex and/or high risk programs or series of programs. May manage fixed price contracts. Oversees program budget and schedules. May direct staff. Has primary responsibility for program growth; may be responsible for marketing new technology or follow-on business acquisition. Total value of programs responsible for is generally in excess of $75 million (life of contracts, not annual). May be responsible for programs of a lesser dollar value if they are more complex or developmental in nature. Excludes engineers or other individuals temporarily assigned program management responsibilities and technical functional managers for a program. Education: Bachelor s degree (advanced degree in engineering or business preferred) or equivalent experience. Experience: A minimum of 15 years program-related experience in related areas with at least 5 years functional or program management experience. 12

15 N Band Program Financial Analyst Responsible for managing, preparing, administering, and directing the control of the budget for large and/or complex programs. Conducts detailed financial analysis. Interprets and implements most proposal estimating, pricing and documentation requirements. Reviews and approves recommendations for financial planning and control. Monitors division and department adherence to approved budget. Procurement Purchases materials, equipment, supplies, services and commodity products. Evaluates bids, and selects and recommends suppliers. Negotiates price, delivery, quality and service. Follows up on all awards through completion of order. Negotiates and settles with suppliers regarding damage claims, rejections, losses, return of materials, over-shipments, cancellations and engineering changes. Evaluates suppliers and rates them as to production capability, performance and delivery. Performs financial analyses for purchasing. Forecasts requirements, issues periodic reports on trends, and negotiates pricing, discounts and contracts. Subcontracts Responsible for procurement of subcontracts including the management of cost, schedule and performance parameters. Manage activities related to the procurement of materials, services, parts, components, subassemblies and equipment. Select methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for achieving goals and objectives. Production Responsible for the development and implementation of the company s production control functions including master scheduling, production planning/coordination, shop scheduling and dispatching. Develops, implements and approves items such as material requirements, planning systems, work-in-process tracking, material and labor variance controls and manufacturing performance reporting. Approves quantities, schedules and parts lists provided to the material control organization to ensure timely and complete ordering, receipt and issuance of production material requirements. Graphic Arts Responsible for the conception, design, layout, coordination of editorial illustrations and creative artwork for publications such as magazines, brochures, handbooks, and posters. Translates facts and features on subject material into graphic terms that best convey intended meaning. Creates graphic presentations that communicate mood, emphasis, insight, viewpoint and similar visual impressions. Administration N1 Limited use and/or application of basic principles, theories, and concepts. Solves problems of limited scope and complexity. Specific detailed guidelines covering all-important aspects of the assignment are provided. Education: B.A./B.B.A. Experience: 0 1 year Administration N2 General use and application of concepts, practices and techniques. Develops solutions to a variety of problems of moderate scope and complexity. Purpose and desired results indicated and anticipated unusual problems discussed. Proposed deviations from guidelines must be referred to supervisor for approval. Education: B.A./B.B.A. Experience: 3 years with B.A./0 years with M.S. 13

16 N Band (Continued) Program Financial Analyst, Procurement, Subcontracts, Production, Graphic Arts Administration N3 Complete understanding and application of principles, concepts and practices. Develops solutions to a variety of complex problems. Purpose and desired results indicated. Guidelines are not completely applicable to many work situations. Unusual problems may be discussed with supervisor. Education: B.A./B.B.A., M.A./M.B.A. Experience: 5 years with B.S./3 years with M.S. Administration N5 Applies and directly contributes to the development of new concepts and techniques. Develops solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation. General objectives and boundaries are identified with potential problems discussed. Considerable judgment is needed in extensively adapting or in making compromises to fit unusual or complex situations. Decisions are reviewed for attainment of objectives and compliance with policy. Education: B.A./B.B.A., M.A./M.B.A. Experience: 15 years with B.A./13 years with M.A. Administration N4 Applies and directly contributes to the development of new concepts and techniques. Develops solutions to complex problems which require the regular use of ingenuity and innovation. General objectives and boundaries are identified with potential problems discussed. Considerable judgment is needed in extensively adapting or in making compromises to fit unusual or complex situations. Decisions are reviewed for attainment of objectives and compliance with policy. Education: B.A./B.B.A., M.A./M.B.A. Experience: 10 years with B.A./8 years with M.A. Administration N6 N7 Applies and develops advanced concepts and techniques. Develops solutions to problems of unusual complexity, which require a high degree of innovation and ingenuity. Works under consultative direction toward long-range goals and objectives. Assignments are often self-initiated. Virtually selfsupervisory. Education: B.A./B.B.A., M.A./M.B.A. Experience: 15 years with B.A./13 years with M.A. Non-Exempt Band Manufacturing Technician Responsible for performing functions associated with all manufacturing operations, including working with engineers in set-up and calibration tasks, as well as performing rework and quality testing related to the production of parts, components, subassemblies, and final assemblies. Uses sophisticated programs to collect and evaluate operating data to conduct on-line adjustments to products, instruments, or equipment. Determines and may assist in developing methods and procedures to control or modify the manufacturing process. Works with engineers in conducting experiments. Manufacturing Technician Labor Bid Code: HH is level A HI is levels B, C, & D Administration Performs a variety of general administrative tasks for such functional areas including, but not limited to, finance, human resources, procurement, sales, and contracts. Prepares documents, spreadsheets, reports and presentations. Creates and/or maintains appropriate logs, databases, inventories, filing (hard or soft copy), status reports/tracking. May perform some research or data analysis tasks. Takes and delivers messages, provide information to callers, distribute and route mail, packages and paperwork. May schedule and arrange meetings, trips and other events. Administration Labor Bid Code: HG is level A HH is levels B & C HI is level D 14

17 Authorized Federal Supply Schedule GS-23F-0058M Performs activities associated with various aspects of preparing information (including illustrations, slides, posters, charts for presentations, Web sites and printed documents) for production, distribution, use and storage. May be involved in all or any of those processes. Preparing involves planning layout formats, scanning, proofreading and similar activities. Reproducing the information includes activities such as xerographic reproduction, preparation of special presentation, printing, scanning. Distributing the information involves providing it in hard or soft copy and making it available in centralized locations and on the Internet. Storage includes controlling and maintaining releases and changes. Graphics Labor Bid Code: HG is level A HH is level B HI is levels C & D Assembly Responsible for performing a wide variety of electronic or electro-mechanical assembly operations on assemblies or subassemblies. Determines and/or follows methods and sequence of operations in performing wiring, component installation, hand soldering and cable harnessing on assembly units. Makes setups and adjustments holding tolerances to blueprint specifications. Assembly Labor Bid Code: HG is level A HH is levels B & C HI is level D Configuration Data/Doc Control Assists in documenting and tracking all aspects of hardware and/or software development and modification. Assists in performing configuration management, data management or a combination. May structure and maintain databases, assist in using engineering design drawings, parts lists, code or other items to create and document baselines; verifies authorization for and incorporates all changes or additions to them. Responsible for logging, filing and tracking all necessary drawings, documents, lists and various other items. Generates variety of standard reports. Tracks location of hardware/software in order to incorporate future changes and additions. Configuration Data/Doc Control Labor Bid Code: HH is levels A, B, & C HI is level D Design Performs a wide range of design assignments in support of electrical, mechanical and/or electro-mechanical engineering. Utilizing manual, automated and CAD equipment, prepares detailed and layout drawings. Determines space requirements, clearances, locations and arrangements based on design specifications. Prepares accurate drawings and schematics with proper tolerances, dimensions and instructions. Design Labor Bid Code: HH is levels A & B HI is levels C & D Engineering Technician Responsible for conducting engineering tests and detailed experimental testing to collect design data or assist in research work. Performs engineering tests, detailed experimental testing or operational test and fault isolation on systems and equipment. Performs electrical or mechanical troubleshooting to determine problems in equipment. Dismantles, adjusts, repairs and assembles equipment according to layout plans, blueprints, operating or repair manuals, rough sketches or drawings. Uses test and diagnostic equipment to perform checkouts. Engineering Technician Labor Bid Code: HH is levels A & B HI is levels C & D Non-Exempt Band (Continued) Graphics Software Technician Responsible for performing audits and tests of software products in accordance with software test plans and procedures. Debugs and characterizes defects, providing detailed configuration and descriptions for passing and failing tests for test reports. Maintains documentation of test operations and reports results to engineering. Identifies actual or potential problems in test plans or company products. Software Technician Labor Bid Code: HH is level A HI is levels B, C, & D 15

18 Non-Exempt Band (Continued) Manufacturing Technician, Administration, Graphics, Assembly, Configuration Data/Doc Control, Design, Engineering Technician, Software Technician A (Entry Level) Entry level; apprentice or trainee. Moderate understanding of general job aspects and superficial understanding of the technical phases of the job. Complexity of Duties: Basic and highly repetitive duties requiring use of definitive procedures. Little individual judgment where work involves little or no choice as to the method of performance. Supervision Required: Close supervision with detailed instructions and constant oversight of work performance. Education: Clerical/Office: High school plus 0 1 year Technical: A.A./A.S. degree plus 0 1 year Production/Maint.: High school plus 0 1 year C (Senior) Normally top-level jobs requiring considerable knowledge of the job. Complete acquaintance with and understanding of the general aspects and technical phases of the job, as well as their practical applications to problems and situations ordinarily encountered. Complexity of Duties: Diversified duties involving intensive knowledge of a specialty field and the use of a wide range of procedures. Requires the use of judgment in analyzing facts and circumstances surrounding individual problems and transactions, as well as in the determination of actions to be taken within the limits of standard or accepted practice. Supervision Required: Limited supervision. No instructions are needed on routine work, and general instructions are given for new lines of work or special assignments. Education: Clerical/Office: High school plus 3 5 years Technical: A.A./A.S. degree plus 3 5 years Production/Maint.: High school plus 3 5 years B (Intermediate) Good knowledge of the job. Substantial acquaintance with and understanding of general aspects of the job. Limited understanding of the job s technical phases. Complexity of Duties: Routine duties involving use of various procedures and application of clearly prescribed standard practices. Requires minor decision making and use of some judgment regarding method of performance. Supervision Required: General supervision with instructions given for routine work and detailed instructions given for new lines of work or special assignments. Education: Clerical/Office: High school plus 1 3 years Technical: A.A./A.S. degree plus 1 3 years Production/Maint.: High school plus 1 3 years D (Specialist) Requires extensive knowledge in specialized functions. A wide and comprehensive understanding of both general and specific aspects and the technical phases of the job and their practical application to complex problems and situations ordinarily encountered. Complexity of Duties: A wide variety of duties requiring a general knowledge of related organization policies and procedures and their application to cases not previously covered. Duties require considerable judgment to work independently toward general results; to devise new or modify/adapt existing methods, techniques and procedures to meet new or unusual requirements; and to make related decisions controlled by precedent and within limits of established policies. Supervision Required: Minimal supervision. Work may be done without established procedures. Education: Clerical/Office: High school plus 6 or more years Technical: A.A./A.S. degree plus 6 8 years Production/Maint.: High school plus 6 8 years For more information about the Harris GSA PES Schedule or for assistance in ordering Harris services from the schedule, please contact one of the numbers listed below. Kellie Sullivan (gcsdweb2@harris.com) Business Development: Paul Jacobsen (pjacobse@harris.com) Contracts:

19 Scope of Work and Primary Engineering Disciplines/SINs Harris GSA PES Schedule provides for services to be performed under three Primary Engineering Disciplines (PEDs), each of which is described below. Electrical Engineering PED Planning, design, development, evaluation and operation of electrical principles, models and processes. This PED includes, but is not limited to, the design, fabrication, measurement and operation of electrical devices, equipment and systems (e.g., signal processing; telecommunication; sensors, microwave, and image processing; micro-fabrication; energy systems and control; micro- and nano-electronics; plasma processing; laser and photonics; satellites, missiles and guidance systems, space vehicles, fiber optics, robotics, etc.). The electrical engineering discipline encompasses many specialties within the scope of this work. Mechanical Engineering PED Planning, development, evaluation and control of systems and components involving the production and transfer of energy and with the conversion of one form of energy to another. This PED includes, but is not limited to, planning and evaluation of power plants, analysis of the economical combustion of fuels, conversion of heat energy into mechanical energy, use of mechanical energy to perform useful work, analysis of structures and motion in mechanical systems, and conversion of raw materials into a final product, etc. (e.g., thermodynamics, mechanics, fluid mechanics, jets, rocket engines, internal combustion engines, steam and gas turbines, continuum mechanics, dynamic systems, dynamics fluid mechanics, heat transfer, manufacturing, materials, solid mechanics, reactors, etc.). The mechanical engineering discipline encompasses many specialties within the scope of this work. Civil Engineering PED Planning, evaluation and constructed infrastructure of facilities and buildings, transportation systems, water, earthworks, and other structures. This PED includes, but is not limited to, planning, evaluation, and operations of bridges, dams, airports, highways, transportation systems, large buildings, power generating plants, sewage systems, water resources and supply, waste treatment facilities, soil, rock, etc. It also includes the manufacture, production, furnishing, construction, alteration, repair, processing or assembling of vessels, aircraft, or other kinds of personal property, including heating, ventilation and air-conditioning. The civil engineering discipline encompasses many specialties within the scope of this work. 17

20 Scope of Work and Primary Engineering Disciplines/SINs (Continued) Harris GSA PES Schedule provides for services that span the engineering life cycle, as represented by six Special Item Numbers (SINs). The SINs are in a phased format, each representing a major life-cycle portion of the engineering process. SIN 871-1: Strategic Planning for Technology Programs/Activities Services required under this SIN involve the definition and interpretation of high-level organizational engineering performance requirements such as projects, systems, missions, etc., and the objectives and approaches to their achievement. Typical associated tasks include, but are not limited to, an analysis of missions, program goals and objectives, requirements analysis, organizational performance assessment, special studies and analysis, training, privatization and outsourcing. SIN 871-2: Concept Development and Requirements Analysis Services required under this SIN involve abstract or concept studies and analysis, 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. SIN 871-3: System Design, Engineering and Integration Services required 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 analysis, high level detailed specification preparation, configuration management and document control, fabrication, assembly and simulation, modeling, training, privatization and outsourcing. SIN 871-4: Test and Evaluation Services required 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 of a prototype and first article(s) testing, 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. SIN 871-5: Integrated Logistics Support Services required under this SIN involves the analysis, planning and detailed design of all engineering specific logistics support including material goods, personnel, and operational maintenance and repair of systems throughout their life cycles. Typical associated tasks include, but are not limited to, ergonomic/human performance analysis, feasibility analysis, logistics planning, requirements determination, policy standards/procedures development, long-term reliability and maintainability, training, privatization and outsourcing. SIN 871-6: Acquisition and Life-Cycle Management Services required under this SIN involve all of the planning, budgetary, contract and systems/program management 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. 18