Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position, Sled Systems Mechanic, WG-4745-8T11, is to provide test set up capabilities in support of customer operations. Provides support operations for all sled preparation, screen boxes, operates high-pressure pneumatics/hydraulic, and performs all electrical wiring to fire rocket motors in wired sequence.

Duties

Plan and layout sled build up from blueprints, sketches, drawings, specifications, checklists, and work orders. Perform all track operations necessary to complete final systems wiring check, propulsion systems arming, staging, firing, and recovery. Perform fabrication, repair, and maintenance of complex test facilities to support customer operations. Complete broad range of test equipment fabrication in support of customers performing research and development testing at the track facility. Handle munitions in accordance with standard operating instructions.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• 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.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• This position may require travel.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• Must have or be able to obtain a valid New Mexico and government vehicle operator's license.
• The employee may be subject to recall, required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and or holidays, and periodic TDY away from home situations.
• May be required to work in other operations elements as workload dictates.

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. 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. 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, Specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment 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. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Work requires frequent stooping, stretching, bending, kneeling, and working in tiring, uncomfortable positions for long periods. In addition, work involves frequent movement and maneuvering of large, heavy objects using hoists, holders, and pulleys as required. Requires heavy lifting and carrying up to 50 pounds. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The employee works outside in all kinds of weather frequently exposed to dust and dirt. Works near moving parts of equipment, machinery, and is exposed to the hazards associated with solid fuel rocket motors, and ignition systems. Employee is regularly exposed to the possibility of cuts, scrapes, and bruises, falls, falling material, or injury from equipment. May be required to wear protective clothing/safety equipment such as safety glasses, steel-toed shoes, respirators, hard hats, and hearing protection.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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]