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Aircraft Ordnance Systems Mechanic

Department of the Air Force
Air Force Materiel Command
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Summary

The full performance level: 10

CUT-OFF DATE:  Complete application packages processed by the first cut-off date of 30 NOVEMBER 2016 may be rated and receive first consideration for employment.  If your application is submitted and processed after this date, you will receive consideration on an "as needed basis".

This register is being established and may be used to fill:

(A) Full time permanent positions; OR

(B) Full time term positions exceeding 1 year but will not exceed 4 years from the date of the initial term appointment; OR

(C) Full time temporary positions not to exceed 1 year.

NOTE: New appointment shall be made at the minimum rate of the appropriate grade unless regulatory guidance permits otherwise.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
11/15/2016 to 03/31/2017
Salary
$23.22 to - $27.08 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
Tinker AFB, OK
Many vacancies
Travel Required
Occasional travel - Travel may be required in accordance with Joint Travel Regulations (JTR)
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Multiple - Multiple Appointment Types
Work schedule
Full-time - Full Time
Service
Promotion potential
10
Supervisory status
No
Announcement number
AFMC-1844996-XXXXXX-9V-MS
Control number
456409500

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Duties

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The purpose of this position is to perform removal, installation, check-out, and repair of egress and jettison systems. Before maintenance is accomplished, aircraft is made "safe" by de-energizing trigger mechanisms and removal of explosives from egress and jettison systems on all types of aircraft. Uses various types of test equipment to align, troubleshoot, and to correct malfunctions of egress and jettison systems which include seats, hatches, wing tanks, and/or pylons. Replaces or provides assistance and guidance to lower grade technicians in replacing components or sub-assemblies, rotary actuators, seat positioning actuators, and other parts that can be changed to prevent removal of major components and realignment of entire system.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • APPLICATIONS WILL BE ACCEPTED FROM U.S. CITIZENS (REGARDLESS OF RESIDENCE).

Other Significant Facts: 

1. Appointment is contingent upon passing a physical examination.

2. This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.

3. Incumbent is required to obtain and maintain appropriate background investigation or security clearance.

4. May be required to work overtime, rotating shifts, uncommon tours, weekends, etc.

5. The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required.

6. Required to keep and maintain state certifications and appropriate licenses (Commercial Driver's License with HAZ-MAT endorsement) required to transport, ship and store all egress components and Class 1.2, 1.3 and 1.4 explosives. Uses government provided transportation and ensures that appropriate placards and markings are applied prior to transportation off base.

Physical Demands: The work requires standing, bending, stooping, climbing, stretching and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions and in hard to reach places. Frequently lifts parts and equipment weighing up to 40 pounds and occasionally up to 75 pounds. 

Working Environment: The work is performed either inside or outside and subjects the employee to prevailing weather conditions, noise, slipper or uneven surfaces, and working in confined areas. Exposed to the possibility of cuts, burns, grease, oil, dirt electrical shock and possible injury when de-arming and arming the machine.

NOTE: If you want to change and/or add information to your application package (resume with acceptable format) during the open period of this announcement, you will need to reapply (to include completing the online questionnaire) and include the changed and/or added information with your application package. This will ensure you receive full consideration for this position.

Qualifications

The description of your work experience in your application (resume with acceptable format) must clearly demonstrate that you have gained and currently possess the following knowledge, skill, and abilities shown below to satisfactorily perform the duties of the position being filled:

1. Ability to do the work of an Aircraft Ordnance Systems Mechanic without more than normal supervision. (This is a Screen-out element. Screen-out elements are the critical knowledge, skills, and abilities that are essential for satisfactory job performance. Applicants must receive a minimum of two points on the Screen-out element to be deemed eligible for consideration.)

2. Knowledge to troubleshoot, repair, modify and test a variety of aircraft ordnance systems such as missile and special weapons launching devices, decoys, egress, and jettison systems, and rocket launching equipment, set up the work area, determine the degree of disassembly necessary and the extent of rework needed.

3. Knowledge of Safety regulations, practices and procedures.

4. Skill in the use of test equipment and measuring devices such as leak detectors, feeler gauges, micrometers, dial indicators, micrometers, bore sight tools, multi-meters, and ammeters.

5. Ability to interpret and apply technical orders, technical manuals, blueprints, schematics drawings and other technical information.

6. Ability to troubleshoot, repair, modify adjust and test a variety of aircraft ordnance systems using electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic principles of operation such as missile and special weapons launching devices, decoys, egress and jettison systems, and rocket launching equipment without more than normal supervision. 

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and/or part-time work.  You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours worked per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Additional information

Applicants must be US Citizens and proof (such as Birth Certificate, passport, naturalization papers, etc.) will be required during in-processing.  

Priority Placement/Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicants who have special priority placement rights must be well qualified for the position. Well qualified, for this position, is defined as meeting the minimum qualifications of the position.  In addition, ICTAP applicants must submit required documents to determine eligibility in accordance with 5 CFR 330.704.  Some of these documents include a copy of the agency notice, most recent performance appraisal, and most recent SF50. 

Reemployed Annuitants who are receiving an annuity can be hired if the position meets certain criteria described in the following instruction: 

http://www.afciviliancareers.com/sites/default/files/DoD-instruction-1400-25-V300.pdf

Certain Military Spouses are also eligible to apply under E.O. 13473.  More information is available at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-authorities/veterans-authorities/#url=Appointment-of-Military-Spouses.

It is the policy of the Government not to deny employment simply because an individual has been unemployed or has had financial difficulties that have arisen through no fault of the individual.  Information about an individual's employment experience will be used only to determine the person's qualifications and to assess his or her relative level of knowledge, skills, and abilities.  Although an individual's personal conduct may be relevant in any employment decision, including conduct during periods of unemployment or evidence of dishonesty in handling financial matters, financial difficulty that has arisen through no fault of the individual will generally not itself be the basis of an unfavorable suitability or fitness determination.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

BASIS OF RATING 

You will be rated under Category Rating procedures based on the extent to which your experience on your resume meets the Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities required for the position and rated as shown below. Additional points are not added for veteran's preference; however, preference is still applied.

Category 1, Best Qualified: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for the position of Aircraft Ordnance Systems Mechanic. Candidates in this category are considered expert specialists in performing the duties of Aircraft Ordnance Systems Mechanic.

Category 2, Highly Qualified: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum experience requirements for the position of Aircraft Ordnance Systems Mechanic.  

Category 3, Qualified: Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements for the position of Aircraft Ordnance Systems Mechanic.

  

You will be rated on the detailed description and quality of your experience described in the application in combination with your responses to the occupational questions in this document. Note: If a determination is made that you rated yourself higher than is supported by your description of experience and/or education, you will be assigned to the appropriate category as reflected by your knowledge, skills and abilities.

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