Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position, MUNITIONS MAINTENANCE MECHANIC HELPER, WG-6501-05 Target 11 is to perform intermediate-level maintenance of all precision guided munitions, to include all related components and equipment.

Duties

Participate with test program engineering and logistics personnel to develop, test, and validate inspection, maintenance, handling, and loading procedures for new or extensively modified munitions, including initial determinations concerning identification and classification of munitions. Perform inspections of all types including receiving, shipping, special, periodic, pre-issue, returned munitions, storage monitoring and any other required inspections on all explosives and munitions components assigned to the AFFTC, it's supported units and as required by regulations, instructions, directives or policies. Troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, modify, rebuild, test and perform end-item and in-process inspections on all precision guided munitions, test and support equipment all of which are characterized by a strict need for adherence to technical data requirements and critical tolerance limits as well as a presence of complex, interrelated components which must be properly assembled and maintained. Troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, modify, rebuild, test, and install conventional munitions and countermeasures. Responsible for ensuring the safe and timely delivery of conventional and precision-guided munitions and associated components.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This 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.
• Recruitment and Relocation bonus may be offered at the selection officials’ discretion from $0 - $10,000
• PHYSICAL: This position requires a pre-employment physical.
• May be required to perform temporary/permanent duty assignments away from home station.
• May be required to work an uncommon tour of duty, shift work, overtime, and or be on call with little to short notice.
• The employee must have normal color vision and depth perception.
• The employee must have no record of emotional instability.
• Required to obtain and maintain a Government Driver's License with flight line certification to operate required special and general-purpose vehicles.
• Flight line Drivers Competency may be required based on mission requirements.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. TARGETED POSITION: This position is a developmental WG-05 Target WG-11 position. This position may be filled at any grade level. Individual selected may be promoted without further competition, upon meeting all legal and regulatory requirements. Starting salary indicated on this vacancy announcement is for the WG-05. Attainment of knowledge, skills, and abilities is required before promotion to the next higher grade and is dependent on demonstrated ability to perform the duties of the next higher grade level, meeting all regulatory requirements, and recommendation for promotion by the supervisor. Promotion is neither implied nor guaranteed. Military Spouse candidates exercising their preference will be placed at the full performance level, if considered to be best qualified and selected. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-6500 Ammunition, Explosive, and Toxic Materials Work Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, 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 you are 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. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair etc. Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (other than blueprints) Knowledge of Materials Dexterity and Safety 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: Works on hard surfaces and in work areas that require standing, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Position involves lifting and carrying up to 80 pounds or over; assistance is available for items over 45 pounds. Work requires light to moderate physical effort in reaching, bending, and turning, climbing or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls while driving, raising, lowering, and tilting fork lift trucks. Subject to possible strain caused by vibration of fork lift trucks. Hours of straight pulling are up to 8 hours/week. Hours of pushing are up to 8 hours/week. Reaching above shoulder. Hours of walking are up to 3 hours/day. Hours of standing are up to 7 hour/day. Hours of kneeling are up to 4 hours/week. Hours of repeated bending are up to 8 hours/week. Operation of truck, tractor, or motor vehicle. Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously. Depth perception. Ability to distinguish basic colors. Ability to distinguish shades of color. Near vision correctable at 13 inches to 16 inches. Hearing (aid permitted). Occasionally may be required to make limited emergency repairs on vehicles, such as changing a flat tire. If it can be other wise accommodated, a specific physical condition or impairment will not automatically disqualify a candidate. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is usually performed in an environmentally controlled area with exposure to drafts, noise, fumes, dirt, dust and grease. May be subject to frequent exposure to extreme outdoor temperatures several times a day. Subject to exposure to high explosives, high-pressure pneumatic systems, severe heat, chemical irritations, shocks, bruises, cuts and strain. Will be required to wear protective clothing, such as steel-toed shoes, leather gloves, and glasses, hearing protection, reflective belt and protective apron, depending on assigned work area. This position may require: use firearms or ammunition; sell or dispose of firearms or ammunition; receive, possess, ship or transport firearms; or other duties, activities or responsibilities covered by the Gun Control Act. Selectee must have no convictions of a crime of domestic violence. Ability to obtain and maintain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL) is a condition of employment. For employees entering the position without a current CDL, management will determine if an immediate need exists to obtain a CDL. If needed, management will notify the employee and will allow a reasonable period of time, but not less than 90 days from notice, for the employees to obtain the CDL. If management determines that the employee does not have to begin the process to obtain a CDL immediately upon hiring, the employee may be notified at a future date that a CDL is required. The same timeframes described above will apply. Mission requirements and staffing level will determine the need for a CDL. Depending ion funding availability the agency may reimburse pre-approved expenses associated with obtaining the CDL.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address Edwards AFB 5 N Seller Avenue Bldg 3000, Rm 120 Edwards AFB, CA 93524 US
• Name: Edwards AFB DP2YHE
• Phone: (801) 586-4677
• Email: [email protected]