Doctorate degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science or a related technical field with 8 to 12 years of directly related professional work experience, publication history, significant involvement with professional societies or research institutions (e.g., presentation of papers, participation in sponsored research), and recognition as an authority in one or more disciplines.

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Master’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science or a related technical field with 12 to 20 years of directly related professional work experience, publication history, significant involvement with professional societies or research institutions (e.g., presentation of papers, participation in sponsored research), and recognition as an authority in one or more disciplines.

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Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science or a related technical field with 20 or more years of directly related professional work experience, publication history, significant involvement with professional societies or research institutions (e.g., presentation of papers, participation in sponsored research), and recognition as an authority in one or more disciplines.

Works within broad objectives to obtain unique solutions to complex problems. Achieving expected results is complicated by lack of formal definition of the issues. Extensive study and interpretation of the problem is necessary to discover all issues affecting conclusion. Results of work are considered authoritative and are generally accepted without significant change. Provides leadership to encourage and direct others in anticipating, analyzing, and solving complex problems. Incumbent will likely have frequent, high-level contact with current or prospective customers in defining problems and developing appropriate solutions.

Results of work could affect an entire organization and several different customers. As a recognized leader in the field, products or decisions are generally accepted as presented with the result that errors in judgment or in the work itself could affect the reputation of the company and materially impact financial results.

Doctorate degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer-related technical field with 8 to 12 years of directly related professional work experience, publication history, significant involvement with professional societies or research institutions (e.g., presentation of papers, participation in sponsored research), and recognition as an authority in one or more disciplines.

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Master’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science or a related technical field with 12 to 20 years of directly related professional work experience, publication history, significant involvement with professional societies or research institutions (e.g., presentation of papers, participation in sponsored research), and recognition as an authority in one or more disciplines.

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Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science or a related technical field with 20 or more years of directly related professional work experience, publication history, significant involvement with professional societies or research institutions (e.g., presentation of papers, participation in sponsored research), and recognition as an authority in one or more disciplines.

Works within broad objectives to obtain unique solutions to complex technical problems. Achieving expected results is complicated by lack of formal definition of the issues. Extensive study and interpretation of the problem is necessary to discover all issues affecting conclusion. Results of work are considered technically authoritative and are generally accepted without significant change. May provide leadership to encourage and direct others in anticipating, analyzing, and solving complex problems. Incumbent will likely have frequent, high-level contact with current or prospective customers in defining problems and developing appropriate solutions.

Results of work could affect an entire organization and several different customers. As a recognized leader in the field, products or decisions are generally accepted as presented with the result that errors in judgment or in the work itself could affect the reputation of the company and materially impact financial results.

Doctorate degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer-related technical field with 10 to 14 years of directly related professional work experience, publication history, significant involvement with professional societies or research institutions (e.g., presentation of papers, participation in sponsored research), and recognition as an authority in one or more disciplines.

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Master’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science or a related technical field with 14 to 22 years of directly related professional work experience, publication history, significant involvement with professional societies or research institutions (e.g., presentation of papers, participation in sponsored research), and recognition as an authority in one or more disciplines.

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Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science or a related technical field with 22 or more years of directly related professional work experience, publication history, significant involvement with professional societies or research institutions (e.g., presentation of papers, participation in sponsored research), and recognition as an authority in one or more disciplines.

Works within broad objectives to obtain unique solutions to complex technical problems. Achieving expected results is complicated by lack of formal definition of the issues. Extensive study and interpretation of the problem is necessary to discover all issues affecting conclusion. Results of work are considered technically authoritative and are generally accepted without significant change. May provide leadership to encourage and direct others in anticipating, analyzing, and solving complex problems. Incumbent will likely have frequent, high-level contact with current or prospective customers in defining problems and developing appropriate solutions.

Results of work could affect an entire organization and several different customers. As a recognized leader in the field, products or decisions are generally accepted as presented with the result that errors in judgment or in the work itself could affect the reputation of the company and materially impact financial results.

Doctorate degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer-related technical field with 12 to 16 years of directly related professional work experience, publication history, significant involvement with professional societies or research institutions (e.g., presentation of papers, participation in sponsored research), and recognition as an authority in one or more disciplines.

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Master’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science or a related technical field with 16 to 24 years of directly related professional work experience, publication history, significant involvement with professional societies or research institutions (e.g., presentation of papers, participation in sponsored research), and recognition as an authority in one or more disciplines.

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Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science or a related technical field with 24 or more years of directly related professional work experience, publication history, significant involvement with professional societies or research institutions (e.g., presentation of papers, participation in sponsored research), and recognition as an authority in one or more disciplines.

Operates with no direct supervision in uncovering and resolving issues associated with the development and implementation of technical programs. Plans study programs. Recommends technological studies to accomplish CONSORTIUM’s long-range objectives. Produces work products that are considered technically authoritative and are generally accepted without significant change.

Designs research and develops highly advanced innovative applications resulting in significant business opportunities for the Consortium. Assumes assignments having significant visibility for the Consortium in which errors cause long-term, negative effects on the Consortium’s reputation and on future customer business.

Doctorate degree in engineering mathematics, statistics, computer science or a related technical field with 3 to 8 years of directly related professional work experience and a demonstrated record of accomplishment in the field, typically represented by a publication history.

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Master’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science or a related technical field with 8 to 12 years of directly related professional work experience and a demonstrated record of accomplishment in the field, typically represented by a publication history.

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Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer science or a related technical field with 12 or more years of directly related professional work experience and a demonstrated record of accomplishment in the field, typically represented by a publication history.

Works within broad objectives, with considerable latitude for interpreting specific task requirements and for selecting the methodology to be used for achieving expected results. At this level, work is diverse and may require leadership responsibilities including the ability to establish priorities, interpret conflicting data, and redirect efforts with little forewarning. May have frequent contact with customer personnel in completing assignments and resolving problems. Successful customer contact is necessary for maintaining relationships and enhancing opportunities for continued business.

Results of work, although typically limited to a single customer or organizational entity, are difficult to monitor on an "as-produced" basis. Errors in judgment or in the work itself could materially affect the customer relationship and/or the financial results or the organizational entity to which the consultant is assigned.

Doctorate degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer-related technical field with up to 3 years of directly related professional work experience and a demonstrated record of accomplishment in the field.

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Master’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer-related technical field with 4 to 8 years of directly related professional work experience and demonstrated record of accomplishment in the field.

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Bachelor’s degree in engineering, mathematics, statistics, computer-related technical field with 8 or more years of directly related professional work experience and a demonstrated record of accomplishment in the field.

Works within general guidelines and exercises considerable latitude for selecting appropriate methods for completing assignments and may provide leadership to technical staff. May initiate contact with customer personnel to solicit or provide information within the scope of tasks delegated.

Results of work typically comprise a complete segment of a project or activity. Potential impact could substantially affect the customer relationship as well as the financial results of the organizational entity to which the consultant is assigned.

High school diploma/equivalent or vocational certificate with10+ years directly related work experience.

Requires limited supervision in performing diverse duties of a complicated nature.

Work is typically performed on own initiative.

Associate's degree with 8+ years directly related work experience.

Requires limited supervision in performing diverse duties of a complicated nature. Maintains comprehensive knowledge of policies, procedures, and practices.

Work is typically performed on own initiative. Frequently speaks for supervisor and acts within approved constraints in supervisor's absence.

Bachelor's degree with 5+ years directly related work experience.

Requires limited supervision in performing diverse duties of a complicated nature. Maintains comprehensive knowledge of policies, procedures, and practices. Operates with considerable latitude for unreviewed action or decision.

Work is typically performed on own initiative. Frequently speaks for supervisor and acts within approved constraints in supervisor's absence.