Clarification from the agency

Open to current members of the Massachusetts Air National Guard and those eligible to transfer to the Massachusetts Air National Guard. National Guard Membership IS required for this announcement.

(1) Planning: Plans the overall allocation of personnel, funding and equipment resources
to the organizational segments supervised to accomplish work operations which, because of their
scope, volume, complexity, operational tempo, and total force integration must be planned on a
annual or longer basis. Because of the Total Force Mission integration with the USAF, keeps
unit assigned Air National Guard mission aircraft in combat ready status and able to be fully
integrated with USAF aircraft and missions upon activation and regular contingency operations,
in addition to daily training and support missions. Plans work on an annual or multi year basis, to
include: aircraft and aircraft system modifications (Time Change Technical Orders),
maintenance equipment and facilities update and modernization, deployment and mobility
planning, human resources and financial forecasting, recurring Air Force mandated inspection
requirements, mission and weapons systems changes, contingency planning relating to carrying
out the military mission of the wing, and the development of policies and procedures in the
accomplishment of the work. Significant but shorter requirements involve daily, weekly, and
quarterly planning. Analyzes work plans developed by subordinate supervisors for
accomplishment of assigned directives. Determines status of work accomplished in relation to
future demands, including unanticipated or emergency requirements mandating reallocation of
resources as required. Provides higher level management and/or leadership information on status
of work projects, budget estimates, changes in equipment, facilities, techniques etc. for mission
planning purposes . Evaluates potential impact of improved technologies on existing programs
and practices and recommends proposed changes to cognizant authority. Participates fully with
higher level management and staff organizations in interpreting changing environmental
requirements to include work techniques, specification changes, standard improvements,
modifications to organizational structures, mission alignments and changes, equipment
modernization, facility requirements and improved work flow processes. Functions as an integral
member of unit's planning process, serving as the responsible technical resource for a
maintenance division. Has national level impact, attending future systems road map planning
conferences such as Product Improvement Working Group (PIWG), System Supportability
Review (SSR) and Systems Safety Group (SSG) meetings as an Air National Guard subject
matter expert.

(2) Work Direction: Coordinates and directs the work of units supervised. Assigns and explains
work requirements to subordinate supervisors and sets deadlines. Balances workload for
subordinate work groups. Promotes economical and efficient work operations. Analyzes
production, cost and personnel utilization records and makes adjustment in operations to correct
problems. Prepares and/or provides inputs to operating instructions and initiates work plans to be
followed by subordinate workers in accomplishing critical or emergency work projects. Spot
checks work operations to assure production and quality standards are achieved. Coordinates
work operations with other organizations and functions. Encourages employees to achieve
management goals.

(3) Administration: Recommends promotion or reassignment of subordinate supervisors and
reviews personnel actions prepared by them. Makes formal appraisal of supervisors' work
performance and reviews employee appraisals submitted by them. Determines long range and
supervisory training needs for all levels of subordinates developing resource options,
justifications and methods to accomplish training. Uses various management tools and computer
technologies to ensure effective control of work activities. Chairs production meetings to set
priorities in accomplishing the scheduled maintenance plan. Promotes and administers such
programs as cost reduction, incentive awards, suggestions and quality assurance. Ensures that
regulations governing safety and housekeeping are observed. Assures that subordinate
supervisors carry out such programs as labor management and equal opportunity. Schedules and
approves leave. Ensures that position descriptions are accurate and that position management
principles are followed. Assures that appropriate production reports and administrative records
are maintained. Acts on personnel problems referred by subordinate supervisors. Hears and
resolves grievances and ensures proper corrective action is taken.

(4) Implements safety regulatory requirements. Ensures that subordinates wear appropriate
safety equipment and follow pertinent safety precautions.


(5) Performs other duties as assigned.

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Conditions of employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Favorable background check is required.
• Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire the appropriate level security clearance for this position.

Qualifications

Military Grades:
ENL: SMSgt to CMSgt. (SMSgt applicants must be immediately promotable to CMSgt)

Compatible Military Assignments:
AFSC:2A3XX/2WXXX
*All applications will be considered regardless of Branch AFSC*

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to current members of the Massachusetts Air National Guard and those eligible to transfer to the Massachusetts Air National Guard.

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position Constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a Massachusetts Army National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have experience or training that has provided the ability to perform the various aspects of disassembly, cleaning, lubricating, or assembling of aircraft parts, components, or subassemblies. Experience in the use of various production shop equipment, hand tools, measuring devices, power tools, and test equipment.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 36 months experience or training installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting parts, subassemblies and components, and functionally testing the various major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems on an aircraft during overhaul or modification. Additionally, I have experience demonstrating the ability to plan, direct, and organize work assignments of lower grade personnel. Experience which required the review of work requirements and establishing priorities to meet deadlines. Experience that provided knowledge of various lines of work performed by this function. Experience which demonstrates the ability to supervise or the potential to perform such duties as evidenced by the ability to communicate knowledge of general supervisory concepts, and knowledge of shop processes. Experience in adapting existing equipment and techniques to new situations.

Well-qualified applicants will have experience with fighter aircraft.


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 months/years.

VOLUNTEER WORK 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.

How you will be evaluated

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

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Once the application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.