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SHEET METAL WORKER (AIRCRAFT)

Department of the Navy
Naval Air Systems Command

Summary

This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies through the DHA for Defense Industrial Base, Major Range and Test Facilities. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
12/30/2025 to 07/28/2026
Salary
$27.68 to - $41.57 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 5 - 10
Location
9 vacancies in the following location:
Naval Air Station Whidbey Island, WA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
25% or less - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes—You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
10
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Position sensitivity and risk
Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
DE-12857351-26-TEG
Control number
853079300

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

U.S. CITIZENS

Duties

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  • You will perform a variety of metal repair, fabrication, plan, layout and structural disassembly/assembly of aircraft and aircraft components.
  • You will disassemble, repair, assemble, modify, measure, and/or check, as required, to process aircraft, aircraft engine structures, components, assembles, and/or sub-assemblies.
  • You will analyze and troubleshoot aircraft metal structures and components to determine repair or replacement needs.
  • You will work from drawings, manuals, technical directives, instructions and at times, under the guidance of a higher-graded mechanic.
  • You will perform specialized work in aircraft systems that require advanced sheet metal skills, including hole-quality, cold working, and layout and design.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Must be a US Citizen.
  • Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
  • Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
  • New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
  • Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
  • Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • This is a bargaining unit position.
  • You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
  • You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
  • Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
  • Work is performed in areas where potentially harmful physical and chemical agents are present (e.g. fumes, dust, heat, ionizing and non-ionizing radiation and chemicals). You will be required to participate in medical surveillance programs.
  • You will be required to wear personal protective equipment such as helmets, gloves, coveralls, glasses, goggles, respirators and safety shoes continuously for the duration of the work shift.
  • This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
  • You will be required to lift and carry objects up to 45 lbs. Any weight to be lifted in excess of 40 lbs. will not be attempted unaided.
  • You will be subject to various noise levels which continuously exceeds 85 DBA. Hearing protection will be required for noise levels of 85 DBA and double protection will be required for noise levels over 105 DBA.
  • This position requires near vision correctable at 14" to Jaegar 2 and far vision correctable in one eye 20/20 and to 20/40 in the other. You must be able to distinguish colors and depth perception.
  • This position may require climbing which could exceed heights of 20 feet or more.
  • You must obtain and maintain required certification and/or license as a condition of employment.

Qualifications

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below:

FOR THE WG-05 This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: The ability to perform common tasks including:

  • Assisting senior sheet metal artisans in removing, installing, and repairing aircraft sheet metal components, including fuselage panels, tail sections, wings, and doors;
  • Learning how to use hand tools, power tools, and measuring devices under supervision;
  • Assisting w/inspections and repair tasks following instructions and established procedures; AND
  • Learn to interpret blueprints, sketches, and technical manuals related to sheet metal work.

FOR THE WG-08 This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: The ability to perform common tasks including:
  • Removing, installing, modifying, and repairing sheet metal components on various aircraft
    types and systems;
  • Interpreting and applying technical drawings, blueprints, schematics, and maintenance manuals to guide repair and installation work;
  • Performing precision sheet metal forming, fabrication, and welding techniques to repair or
    fabricate parts; AND
  • Diagnosing and identifying issues in sheet metal structures, and conduct routine maintenance inspections and repairs on aircraft systems.

FOR THE WG-10 This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not meet the screen-out element will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision:
  • Interpreting instructions and specifications, including blueprints; (e.g., Receiving oral directions from supervisor or other person; hand or mechanical signals. Written directions from supervisor and work orders. Manufacturers' guides, catalogues, technical manuals, bulletins, codes, drawings, blueprints, charts, and maps; requests, complaints, etc. received from customers, engineers, technicians, scientists, or the public);.
  • Getting information about a limited subject such as materials to be used, sizes, etc., or operations to perform.
  • Interpreting changes in instructions - getting information on allowances, tolerances, etc; AND
  • Perform the full range of aircraft sheet metal mechanic duties, including the most complex repairs and fabrications on various aircraft types.
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Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-3800

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments.

Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf.

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.

This position is subject to rotating shifts and overtime, as necessary.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

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

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Resumes are restricted to no more than 2 pages. Illegible/unreadable resumes will not be considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience.

As vacancies occur, the Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.

If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.

If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may be found ineligible/not qualified.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

All qualification requirements must be met before being considered for any vacancies.

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