Job opening: ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
Salary: $31 - 36 per hour
Published at: Aug 01 2023
Employment Type: Full-time
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for an Ordnance Equipment Mechanic, Position Description Number D2575000 and is part of the 158th Maintenance Squadron Munitions of the Vermont Air National Guard.
Duties
The purpose of this position is to provide munitions support to the state and designated agencies in support of their taskings. This dual status technician position requires military membership.(1) Production Section is comprised of Precision Guided Munitions (PGM), Conventional Maintenance, Line-Delivery and Munitions Support Equipment Elements. Assembles/Disassembles, adjust configuration, performs maintenance/test & repair, handles and transports ammunition, rockets, unguided and guided weapons and countermeasures, demolition material, and other types of conventional ordnance such as 40MM, Cluster Bomb Units (CBU), Guided Bomb Units (GBU), general purpose bombs, aircraft canon ammunition, missile systems, decoys, countermeasures to include LUU series flares and dispensers for loading on aircraft based on Unit Committed Munitions List (UCML) and Wings training requirements. Independently troubleshoots electrical/mechanical faults of integrated systems by thoroughly analyzing operating trends. Perform Pre/Post Flight inspection and flight line return inspections. Assigns Weapon Stock Number (WSN) and records builds and teardowns of complete rounds in the accountable property system of record (APSR). Applies determined criteria utilizing fusing and arming systems; technical drawings; precision measuring tools and equipment; wiring diagrams; rigid specifications and close tolerances to examine ordnance systems using a variety of standard precision instruments, gauges and methods. Performs maintenance on electrical, pneumatic, and high pressure air tanks subsystems and assemblies. Configures Munitions Material Handling Equipment (MMHE) for mission support. Delivers in a safe configuration, MMHE/munitions between assembly/staging areas and aircraft parking ramps. Validates expenditure and movement documentation for munitions reconciliation and expenditure reporting. Performs and certifies, armament and support equipment serviceability inspections. Maintains and repairs MMHE for all work orders assigned to maintenance actions. Performs inspections on armament, support, and associated test equipment using a wide variety of processes and techniques. Troubleshoots electrical systems on support equipment for fault isolation IAW electrical wiring schematics, repairs/replaces as required. Repairs/rebuilds hydraulic braking systems and surge brake components on MMHE to include fabrication/bending/routing of brake lines.
(2) Materiel Section is comprised of Operations, Inspections and Stockpile Management Elements. Manages allocations, stock levels, inventories, requisitions, and disposition of munitions. Validates, maintains, and provides security of accountable/auditable records. Ensures segregation of duties is maintained both physically and within the accountable property system of record (APSR). Manages excess munitions program. Coordinates scheduling of complete, custody, special munitions inventories and compiles inventory adjustment packages as required. Notifies the Munitions Accountable Systems Officer (MASO) and munitions supervision if information or data suggests mismatches, negligence, fraud, or theft involving munitions accountability. Implements forecasting and allocation procedures for munitions levels.
(3) The Systems Section is comprised of Munitions Control, Combat Plans, Mobility & Training and Plans & Scheduling Elements. Coordinates with munitions elements, weapons expediter, flight-line expediter, maintenance activities, and base support agencies to ensure effective flow of information, scheduling, and use of available resources. Reports statuses for the Nuclear Certified Equipment Program. Directs, coordinates, and monitors scheduled and unscheduled munitions maintenance operations in the appropriate automated system. Collects information on the status of all explosives operations, makes proper notifications, and directs actions to be taken in response to emergency and contingency actions. Develops, maintains, coordinates, and integrates Emergency Action Checklists with outside agencies. Manages keys and high security lock program. Maintains maps of the storage area, primary and alternate explosives routes, and sited explosives locations. Schedules, coordinates and maintains inspection results with outside agencies of all real property. Directs physical counts of flight-line munitions as necessary to resolve expenditure conflicts. Develops and administers combat plans, mobility packages and training programs serving as a point of contact for maintenance planning, forecasting, and scheduling for live, inert, and dummy munitions, non-powered munitions support equipment, handling equipment, and facility inspection requirements. Oversees munitions training programs, implements training standards, and develop local policies, procedures, and training plans for Munitions Supervision.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- 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.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
- Must be a member of the Vermont Air National Guard in order to be eligible to apply.
Qualifications
Military Rank/Grade: Military rank will be individually addressed up to MSgt/E7.
Compatible Military Assignments: 2W0X1
GENERALIZED EXPERIENCE:Experience or training which has provided the candidate with the knowledge and application of mechanical and electrical principles and the skill to perform intricate repair and adjustment of hydraulic and pneumatic components and devices.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE WG-10: Must have a minimum of 18 months of specialized experience or training in diagnosing malfunctions and determining repair in major components consisting of numerous assemblies, interrelated electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic assemblies, and components. Experience in the use of precision measurement equipment. Experience interpreting and applying a variety of technical manuals and similar published materials.
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.
OTHER REQUIRMENTS:
- Must be a member of the Vermont Air National Guard in order to apply.
- Must possess the 2W0X1 AFSC or must become AFSC qualified within 12 months of appointment date.
- Mandatory knowledge, education, and experience of AFI 36-2101 must be met. Minimum aptitude score of "60" in MECH or "57" in GEN, no emotional
instability issues, and the ability to pass depth perception test are mandatory.
- Normal color vision and the ability to lift 60 pounds is mandatory. Minimum physical profile of P3, U3, L3, H2, E3, and S1 is mandatory.
- Completion of course J3ABR2W031-0A0C of 37 academic days at Sheppard AFB is mandatory for award of the semi-skilled AFSC.
Please be advised:
1. Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position.
2. An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet the specialized experience listed.
3. It must be documented with "from (mm/yy)" and "to (mm/yy)" dates and description of the specialized experience.
Do not copy the specialized experience qualifications word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal experience as it pertains to each statement.
Education
There are no specific educational requirements for this position.
Contacts
- Address 158th Maintenance Squadron Munitions
112 NCO Drive
South Burlington, VT 05403
US
- Name: Nathan Brimmer
- Phone: (802)338-3634
- Email: [email protected]
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