Apply online through a central HR office. You have to wait for the position to close. The hiring manager schedules the interview via telephone. Multiple interviews with program managers and one of the lab directors. Interviews are tailored to the position, and are not structured. No standard HR interview questions. Focus is on determining if you have the technical skill set for their immediate needs. Brief salary discussion with the hiring manager, which proved to be useless, as HR is completely disconnected from the candidate. Salary is based on the position, not the candidates' qualifications, education, or experience. References are required, and they are checked. Background check and investigation for a security clearance.