Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position, Engineering Technician GS-0802-12, is to provide dimensional evaluation, testing, and analysis in support of procurement of aircraft spares, landing gear spares and other weapon system commodities and items managed by the System/Item Management Division and DOD Agencies.

Duties

Perform dimensional inspection of First Article, Conformance Verification Program and engineering requested parts/assemblies using various measurement equipment and software i.e. (Calypso, Verisurf, Cam 2 Measure 10, V-tube and Measuremind) including coordinate measuring machines (CMM's), FARO arms, laser scanners and laser trackers. Review and is responsible for management, control and testing of First Articles on structural, mechanical and electrical parts and assemblies. Develop written inputs acceptable for inclusion in contractual documents. Provide specialized technical assistance for reverse engineering where dimensional measurement interpretations are required for the development application of technical data used for the manufacture, overhaul and repair of aerospace components and accessories. Analyze and compare measured data to contractual requirements, determines acceptability of tested parts/assemblies.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Male must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• The position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• This position may require travel.
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• 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.
• PHYSICAL: THIS POSITION REQUIRES A PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL.
• The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. Must possess an appropriate and valid driver’s license.
• Position requires incumbent to have extensive knowledge of science or engineering and technical management principles as demonstrated by experience and or professional degree.
• May be required to work overtime and subject to callback on an emergency basis.

Qualifications

Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical and Medical Support Positions, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-0802, Engineering Technical Series. 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. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: This series covers technical positions supervising, leading, or performing work involving applying a practical knowledge of the: methods and techniques of engineering or architecture; and construction, application, properties, operations, and limitations of engineering systems processes, structures, machinery, devices, and materials. In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: GS- 12 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: drafting, surveying construction estimating, physical science, mathematics, aerospace, architecture, chemicals, electrical or mechanical systems, mining, petroleum, or nuclear systems. Experience in a trade or craft may be credited as specialized experience when the work provided intensive knowledge of engineering principles, techniques, methods, and precedents. Examples are trade positions with substantial developmental, test, or design responsibilities such as: Planner and estimator who analyzed designs for production purposes; and Instrument maker or model maker who performed design or development work on devices fabricated. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. 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: Extensive knowledge of dimensional measurement technology, equipment, techniques and software. Knowledge of common gauges and measurement instruments; variable, attribute and transfer gages, measurement scales and how to apply each of these. Knowledge of various computer systems, software and the ability to effectively use a computer. General and practical knowledge of engineering concepts, methods, principles, practices and techniques; familiarity with engineering disciplines (mechanical, electrical, manufacturing, NDI, etc.). Extensive Professional knowledge of blueprints, drawings, 3D Models and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) Specifications ranging from the 1950's too current. Must be able to define and interpret various sections of technical drawings, drawing views and details for product specifications or other controlling documents. Define and use various terms and symbols from the ASME Y14.5 Standard. Calculate position and bonus tolerance from various drawings. Determine part alignment and setup using the datum structure and aircraft coordinates. Ability to perform dimensional inspections of complex parts using Ziess CMM's, FARO arms, laser scanners, laser trackers, OGP Smart Scope, including detailed understanding of associated software. Capability to expand laser tracker volumetric area by using leap-frogging capabilities with FARO arms. Maintain detailed knowledge of 3D CADD modeling practices and software while assisting other individuals and groups in use of CADD. Especially proper use of Import/Export of STEP and IGES data files. Skilled in creating 3-D models of aircraft mechanical and structural parts and assemblies, and how to use models to perform model-based inspections. 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: Work requires some physical exertion with long periods of standing, some walking, bending, stooping and climbing may be required. Use of both arms and hands is required. Lifting or carrying up to 25 lbs. with assistance is required. Works in shop laboratory areas (temp controlled at 68 degrees F) to review and observe testing, occasionally works in field conditions and hangars. Vision must be 20-50 binocular with corrections. Must be able to distinguish basic colors. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Duties require access to all areas related to assignment, including controlled and industrial areas and requires necessary precautions regarding noise, fumes, eye hazards and foot hazards etc.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Hill AFB 7437 6th Street Bldg 430, Rm 119 Hill AFB, UT 84056 US
• Name: Hill AFB DP2YHM
• Phone: (801) 586-4683
• Email: [email protected]