Install, modify, overhaul, maintain, troubleshoot and repair a complete missile and ordnance system including support and test equipment consisting of numerous complex integrated components requiring knowledge of a wide range of electronics principles and practices.

Interpret complex drawings, specifications schematics and perform intricate shop mathematics for complete systems to test functionality and interconnections of the various assemblies.

Request disposition of unserviceable munitions items by initiating the Ammunitions Disposition Request (ADR) process for the Munitions Accountable Systems Officer (MASO) to review, approve, and forward to Ammunition Control Point (ACP) for disposition instructions.

Pack/re-pack ordnance for preservation, moisture abatement and safe storage according to special packaging instructions and applies required container markings to meet exacting standards.

Test, assemble/disassemble, build multiple family groups of bombs utilizing technical data to determine fuse settings, fin configuration and mission set supporting scheduled sortie generation operations for the wings flying mission.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Travel and relocation expenses will be paid.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance
• May be required to fly in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments (TDY) away from the normal duty station
• May be required to secure a valid state, commercial driver's license with hazardous materials endorsement
• May be required to work overtime to meet workload demands. May be subject to shift work and uncommon tours of duty
• Disclosure of Political Appointments is required
• Must be a current member of the AF Reserve or willing/qualified to join
• Incentive for prior non-federal work experience or active duty uniformed service for determining leave accrual rate may be authorized upon request.
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C WG-6600 Aircraft Overhaul Family

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook Federal Wage System (FWS) for the WG-6600 Aircraft Overhaul Family https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-6600. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed and 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 the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Ability to do the work of an Ordnance Equipment Mechanic, WG-6641-10, without more than normal supervision (SCREEN-OUT ELEMENT).

2. Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation and repair associated with Ordnance Equipment Mechanic trade such as but not limited to reprograming, testing, assembling, disassembling and performing component replacement for Air-to-Air and Air-to-Ground ordnance systems; repair/maintain electromechanical servo systems, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electric motor
systems in missile and decoy platforms and perform maintenance and inspection functional checkout and self-test on assigned stockpile munitions requiring knowledge of a wide range of electronics principles and practices.

3. Knowledge of technical practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) associated with Ordnance Equipment Mechanic trade such as but not limited to performing maintenance and inspection functional checkout and self-test on assigned stockpile munitions requiring knowledge of a wide range of electronics principles and practices.

4. Ability to use and maintain tools, equipment associated with Ordnance Equipment Mechanic such as but not limited to performing set-up procedures and cable testing on multiple computer test set systems and software to isolate defects in a variety of standard and nonstandard equipment.

5. Ability To interpret instructions, specifications, etc. (includes blueprints reading) associated with Ordnance Equipment Mechanic such as but not limited to packing/re-packing ordnance for preservation, moisture abatement and safe storage according to special packaging instructions and applies required container markings to meet exacting standards.

6. Ability to troubleshoot and perform maintenance, repair, replacement of various light and heavy machinery and vehicles such as but not limited to fault isolation on precision guidance systems tracing electrical signal paths through wiring harness and circuit connections of components, assemblies and subassemblies to include circuit board testing, removal and installation.


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 per week.

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.

ADDITIONAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

This is an ART position. The incumbent is required to meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. Work schedule will be aligned to allow incumbent to fully participate in unit training assemblies (UTA) weekends. The incumbent's regular assignments are primarily ART duties; however, the incumbent may also be assigned some non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities. Applicants for ART positions must currently be a member of the Air Force Reserve or willing and eligible to join the Air Force Reserves.

This position may be designated as mission essential based on local conditions in accordance with Department of Defense Instruction (DoDI) 3020-42. Mission essential personnel report for duty at normal times when the base is closed or delayed reporting and remain on duty during phased or early release.

This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under The Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.

This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perforin the duties of this position.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are eligible for 15 days active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay. Air Reserve units and members; are subject to immediate call to active duty in mobilization to meet a national emergency. For additional information regarding ART positions and/or military qualifications, please call 1-800-257-1212. Retired military are usually ineligible for membership in the AF Reserve. Retired military that have active AF Reserve assignments may apply provided they show assignment (position) on the application. A military service member's statement of service/certification will be accepted IF a terminal leave form or DD214 cannot be provided. The statement/certification should indicate member's separation from active duty is within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. It must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin, your rank, dates of active duty service, the type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable). Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment. Military members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave.