Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position, Test Operations Specialist, GS-0301-09, is to provide safety, inspections and quality assurance for the 846 Test Squadron, Track Control Element necessary for the operations and control of test activities and facilities at the Holloman High Speed Test Track.

Duties

Perform and document technical, pre-launch, and test facility inspections. Schedule and conduct duties in support of sled test missions. Maintain surveillance of all maintenance activities for quality of maintenance performed on all equipment assigned to the Test Track. Responsible for the management and availability for mission support of six blockhouse facilities. Work to achieve and support quality improvement in all products and services and take a proactive approach in promoting the readiness of the Test Track.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Employee may be subject to recall and required to travel by military or commercial aircraft to accomplish temporary duty.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This position may require travel
• 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.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year, or will have one year within 120 days of closing of this announcement, of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes analytical ability, judgment, discretion, and knowledge of a substantial body of administrative or program principles, concepts, policies, and objectives. NOTE: Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. OR EDUCATION: You must have successfully completed a master's or equivalent graduate degree. NOTE: You must submit copies of your unofficial transcripts with your application if using education as a substitution of experience. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: You must have equivalent combinations of successfully completed post education and specialized experience directly related to the work of the position as outlined above that meets the requirements of the position. NOTE: You must submit copies of your unofficial transcripts with your application if using education as a substitution of experience. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. Due to the use of 120 day rosters, applicants within 120 days of completion of TIG requirements are encouraged to apply. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of personnel management policies, practices, and procedures, including sexual harassment and equal employment opportunity and equal opportunity treatment. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of procedures applicable to solid rocket motors, high pressure gases, class "A" munitions, aircraft egress and jettison systems. Knowledge of heavy equipment and industrial operations. Skill in identifying potential safety hazards in operations and facilities. Ability to operate special purpose vehicles up to 1 ½ ton 4-wheel drive. Ability to see colors for the purpose of determining proper wiring of solid propellant rocket motors. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 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. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The performance of work duties requires inspection for safety, rocket motor igniters, delay switches, wiring, and completed solid fuel rocket sleds and inspection of Test Track facilities for identification of physical hazards or construction deficiencies. Duties require prolonged periods of walking, standing, and bending. Periodic TDY away from home station may be required. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work involves exposure to propellant fumes, armed rocket motors, high-pressure gases, and industrial and heavy equipment operation.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address AF Test Center 6437 6th Street Bldg 430, Rm 119 Hill AFB, UT 84056 US
• Name: Edwards AFB DP2YHE
• Phone: (801) 586-4677
• Email: [email protected]