Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is serve as Working Leader of the Rapid Prototype Fabrication Shop overseeing groups Model Makers and Contract Machinist in the application of fabricating items involved in Conventional Munitions test hardware and equipment in R&D facilities, modification of R&D facilities, and test operations.

Duties

Assists Branch Chief in establishing priorities and providing technical direction to the team, consisting of the following four areas of expertise (1) Model Making (2) Sheetmetal Fabrication (3) Welding (4) Carpentry. Operations Oversight. Assists the supervisor in performing work direction responsibilities. Makes independent judgements and decisions in determining how to fabricate an item to meet the precise specifications established by the scientist or engineers responsible for testing the item. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Serves independently or as a crew member to plan and fabricate items involved in conventional weapons testing articles and facilities.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Employee must maintain current certifications; Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• A physical examination requirements may be required.
• The work requires standing, stooping, bending, and reaching. Frequently requires handling, lifting, and carrying objects weighing up to 40 pounds, and occasionally will be required to lift and move heavier items with assistance.
• Work performed in areas that are noisy and dirty and there is constant danger to the skin and eyes from flying metal chips and abrasive particles;
• skin irritation from contact with coolants, lubricants, and abrasive compounds, and danger to fingers, hands, and other body parts from cutting tools, grinding wheels, rotation pieces, and moving parts of machines.
• Additional safe workplace precautions include avoiding trips and falls, observing fire regulations, and following local and manufacturer safety guidance.
• The actual work performed in this position has been reviewed and determined that it does not meet any of the exemption criteria defined in 5 CFR 551. This position has been designated as nonexempt.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C; for the WG-4700, General Maintenance and Operations Work Family. for additional information refer to this FWS qualifications link: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/ . Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for all trade and labor occupations, you must meet any minimum experience or training requirements per OPM qualifications standards 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 applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision(Screen-out Element) JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 2-E- Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc. 25-E- Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) 60- Use of Measuring Instruments 75-A- Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading) 81- Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 82-A- Knowledge of 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address AF Research Laboratory 6437 6th Street Bldg 430, Rm 119 Hill AFB, UT 84056 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]