You will serve as a NONDESTRUCTIVE TEST INSPECTOR in the NDI Section, Metals Branch, Idustrial Processes Division of the MRO Production Department at Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) of FLTREADCEN EAST.

Duties

You will utilize the Liquid Penetrant inspection method to inspect a variety of components common to fix and rotary wing aircraft. You will process parts for fluorescent penetrant inspection using manual or automated systems. You will apply caustic etch solutions on components as required by local process specifications and directives. You will perform daily process controls on the various systems. You will use a variety of overhead cranes and rigging gear to lift heavy or complex parts requiring inspection. You will assist senior artisans when processing parts for inspections.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Successful completion of a pre-employment drug test (including marijuana) is required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if you fail to report to the drug test appointment or fail the test. You will be subject to random testing.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.

Qualifications

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: 1. Utilizing the Liquid Penetrant inspection method to inspect a variety of components common to fixed and rotary wing aircraft. 2. Appling caustic etch solutions on components as required by local process specifications and directives. 3. Assisting senior artisans when processing parts for magnetic particle inspection utilizing AC and DC equipment as well as portable magnetizing equipment. 4. Assisting senior artisans when processing parts for temper etch inspection, including mixing of proper chemicals, performing process controls and preservation of the part after inspection 5. Assisting senior artisans when performing inspections utilizing all the NDI methods available.6. Utilizing a variety of overhead cranes and rigging gear to lift heavy or complex parts requiring inspection. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Contacts

• Address FLTREADCEN EAST PSC 8021 Cherry Point, NC 28533-0021 US
• Name: Department of Navy EIC
• Email: [email protected]