THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a COMPOSITE FABRICATOR LEADER (T32), Position Description Number D2314000 and is part of the AL 187TH Fighter Wing, National Guard. ORGANIZATION: 187TH FW, MONTGOMERY, AL SELECTING OFFICIAL: SMSGT ROBERT PAULENE

Duties

1. Serves as a working leader of three or more Composite Fabricator positions. Assigns work orders to specific team members and selects workers for various jobs on the basis of knowledge, skills, and abilities. Passes on to workers instructions received from the supervisor, demonstrates proper work methods, and starts work. Insures that needed plans, blueprints, materials, and tools are available, and that needed stock is obtained from supply locations. Works along with other workers and sets pace performing non-supervisory repair work of the same kind and level as that done by the group led. Work performed by the incumbent involves diagnosis, repairs and maintenance on a variety of combat and tactical, and communication equipment. 2. Coordinates planning and scheduling of LO systems maintenance. Responsible for the shop level LOASM program by managing and leading the overall direction of the maintenance effort, enforcing safe maintenance practices, and assembling/managing critical equipment items. Priority is placed on aircraft supporting operational requirements, scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, and aircraft used for maintenance and or operational training. Incumbent has authority for airworthiness of aircraft based on knowledge of LOASM systems maintenance, aircraft structural integrity, and safety of flight concerns. Monitors and reviews Integrated Maintenance Information System (IMIS), Autonomous Logistics Information System (ALIS), B-2 Information Maintenance System (IMS), F-22 Signature Assessment System (SAS) and/or F-35 Low Observable Health Assessment System (LOHAS) to forecast maintenance actions. Coordinates with Signature Assessment Section, MXS Production Superintendent, Maintenance Operations Officer (MOO) and/or senior supervision to development short and long range plans and schedules for the LOASM section. Establishes priorities based on scheduled inspections, equipment availability, mission requirements, and training schedules. 3. Executes plans and schedules for LO systems maintenance. Participates in establishing the monthly and weekly maintenance plans. Attends daily maintenance planning meetings for the purpose of incorporating unscheduled maintenance into the weekly and daily maintenance plans. Establishes and sets Estimated Time in Commission (ETICs). Takes prompt and decisive action to make on-the-spot adjustments to maintenance repair priorities necessitated by unscheduled maintenance requirements. May be required to coordinate with supervisors to select workers and assign tasks to be performed. When necessary, initiates action to resolve personnel shortages and coordinates with supervision. Determines methods necessary to meet mission requirements. May verify Mission Capable (MICAP) requisitions. 4. Monitors work of assigned personnel. Sets the work pace, conveys work assignments, and ensures that materials, tools, equipment, and stock are available. Coordinates and leads the work effort with Composite Fabricators, WG-4352-10. Observes and analyzes production operations to determine if schedules are being met, exceeded, or delayed and the root causes of production deviations. Ensures assigned personnel are fully utilized and work is accomplished in accordance with established time frames and priorities. Checks work in progress and/or upon completion for compliance with supervisor's instructions. Uses electronic Personal Maintenance Aids (PMAs) and Maintenance Server Work Stations (MSWs), and other specialized diagnostic equipment to ensure processes are accomplished correctly according to Technical Order Data (TOD), Joint Technical Data (JTD), MAJCOM instructions, and local maintenance procedures. Serves as a technical advisor by answering questions regarding appropriate procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives. Assures that all safety, housekeeping, security, and other environmental rules and procedures are followed in the shop, hangars, and flight line. Monitors and reviews IMIS, ALIS, IMS, SAS, and /or LOHAS to ensure proper maintenance documentation and data input/removal accuracy. 5. Advises supervisor of overall work operations, status and progress of work, causes for delays, problems encountered, and individual performance (e.g., additional on-the-job training requirements for individual employees). As requested by the supervisor, provides functional planning for flight line maintenance activities. On a daily basis, recommends adjustments in work schedules to provide optimum utilization of personnel in support of functional requirements. Provides findings, observations, and recommendations to management in the most informative manner utilizing charts, graphs, visual media, and/or narrative briefings. FOR FULL POSITION DESCRIPTION PLEASE CONTACT HRO

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.
• 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.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Air National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Alabama Air National Guard recruiter at (800) 864-6264 prior to applying for this position. MINIMUM MILITARY RANK: TSGT MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: MSGT *Other Requirements: For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION. GENERAL EXPERIENCE:Experience or training demonstrating very basic working knowledge of the properties and characteristics of a number of composite and plastic bonding agents, such as fiberglass, Kevlar, PVC, graphite, film adhesive, silicones, epoxies, etc. and Low Observable (LO) material characteristics; a very basic working knowledge of sheet metal theory, methods and practices; knowledge of very basic shop mathematics to calculate proportions and amount of materials required in repairing or modifying components; knowledge of and skill in the use of basic hand and powered tools common to the bonding operations as well as those utilized in the sheet metal trade; knowledge of health hazards associated with maintenance as well as proper mitigation procedures i.e. PPE, decontamination, and housekeeping; and ability to learn new skills and apply them to work in this series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: You must have at least 24 months experience in each of the following tasks: In addition to the journeyman level knowledge, experience which demonstrates the ability to plan, organize, and lead the work of others in fields directly related the repair function of this occupational series. Must have the ability to perform administrative functions; to read and interpret a variety of technical publications used in the repair of supported equipment. The ability to provide guidance to others in work related directly to this occupational series. SKILL AND KNOWLEDGE: Comprehensive knowledge in the principles of LO aircraft signature management and aircraft radar signature reduction techniques. Knowledge and appropriate training in functions of inspection, maintenance, installation, modification, and repair of LO special technology structures, coatings, and finishes. Understanding of coating application equipment to apply special technology and traditional coatings. Comprehensive knowledge and skills in troubleshooting procedures, diagnosing problems and determining corrective action in the maintenance of LO aircraft systems. Knowledge of assigned computer systems such as IMIS, IMS, ALIS, SAS, and/or LOHAS used for maintenance planning, technical instruction, and maintenance documentation. Knowledge of TOD, JTD and/or other technical publications and directives relating to work requirements. Additional skills/knowledge required includes knowledge of metal strength characteristics (annealing, tempering and normalizing), composite and LO material characteristics, selection of proper materials for repair actions and knowledge of health hazards associated with maintenance as well as proper mitigation procedures i.e. PPE, decontamination, and housekeeping. Knowledge of Quality Assurance (QA) sufficient to comply with AF directives and guidelines. Knowledge and skills in the principles and techniques of aircraft and AGE structural maintenance, and corrosion control techniques. Knowledge and skills in the repair of exotic composite, thermal plastic, and conventional composite aircraft structures using state of the art materials, methods, and procedures. Knowledge and skills in the repair and maintenance of aircraft sheet metal and metallic structural elements ensuring aircraft structural integrity.

Education

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION IS NOT CONSIDERED FOR WAGE GRADE POSITIONS.

Contacts

• Address AL 187TH Fighter Wing 5187 Selma Hwy Montgomery, AL 36108 US
• Name: Robert Paulene
• Phone: 334-394-7332
• Email: [email protected]