Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications. This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) & Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) in DoD to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service. About the Position: Serves in the Ammonium Perchlorate Rocket Motor Demil Facility.

Duties

Serves as an Operator and Maintainer of the Ammonium Perchlorate (AP) Rocket Motor Demilitarization (ARMD) Facility for Letterkenny Munitions Center (LEMC). Performs a variety of duties and tasks while serving as a technical expert on the closed loop rocket motor demilitarization apparatus. Monitors the ARMD controls system (HMI, PLC, equipment panels, etc.,) to ensure proper functioning. Monitors the pH levels in the various tanks, adjusts flows of pH neutralizers, adjusts levels to maintain proper pH, calibrates pH probes and monitors temperature and pressure readings throughout the system. Prepares AP ARMD facility for up to 20 motor firing cycles during each shift by testing and inspecting numerous systems, sub-systems, and components. Performs routine inspections, adjustments, repairs, and replacements of system components as well as preventative maintenance on the numerous complex systems and sub-systems of the ARMD. Performs inspection, troubleshooting, defect isolation, and repairs required to ensure the complex ordnance equipment and multi-component devices are functioning properly. Performs inspection of tactical rocket motors looking for corrosion, damage, propellant abnormalities, nomenclature and ensures motors are safe to handle. Operates forklift (up to 28,000 lb. Capacity) for transporting the rocket motors, missiles, and ammunition.

Requirements

• Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.
• This position is subject to the provisions of the Domestic Violence Offender Gun Ban commonly referred to as the Lautenberg Amendment.
• The duties of this position meet the criteria for compliance with Federal and Department of the Army Drug Free Workplace Programs. Detection of the presence of drugs is warranted.
• Incumbent is required to meet ammunition certification requirements IAW AMC-R 350-4 within one year of employment.
• Operators are required by Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection to attend and successfully pass Smoke School Opacity Training semi-annually to be certified to read Visible Emissions.
• This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• Incumbent must receive confined entry training.
• This position has a requirement to lift up to 50lbs. in the regular performance of duties.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a forklift license.
• Must obtain and maintain certification as a qualified electrical worker.
• Must obtain, maintain, and meet LEMC formal training plan/requirements, to include military munitions rule training, for operation, inspection and maintenance of equipment and associated missiles.
• Requires overhead crane certification.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) ARMD Facility Operator/Maintainer ~ without more than normal supervision. 1) Utilizing the Ammonium Perchlorate (AP) Rocket Motor Demilitarization (ARMD) equipment to determine nature and scope of repairs, adjustments, and/or replacement of components. Design, test, install, and 2) Modify specialized tools, fixtures, and equipment for a variety of ammunition and missile related operations. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Moderate physical exertion is required. There is frequent standing, bending, and working in tiring positions. Work requires lifting and carrying items (tools, equipment parts, and components) from 10 to 40 pounds (and occasionally items weighing up to 50 pounds). Work can require large amounts of walking between control areas, processing equipment, and equipment bays. Operators are required to bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods of time to work around the equipment during operations, inspection, and troubleshooting activities. Workspace is limited in many instances requiring operators to be in awkward positions for long periods of time, often exceeding 10 minutes in length. Work frequently requires going up and down steps and on elevated structures (12 to 14 feet high). Work also includes working on outside high platforms (25 feet) and using appropriate man lifts to perform inspections, troubleshooting, and maintenance on equipment 30 to 40 feet off the ground. Incumbent must pass physical examination for working with and handling hazardous propellants and explosives and for entering confined spaces. Work is performed inside well lighted, climate-controlled buildings. Work is also performed outside with exposure to weather extremes. Outside work will frequently occur and will involve extreme hot and cold conditions, inclement weather, rain, dust, etc. Some operations require workers to wear protective clothing and respirator. Work may include donning full protective clothing (Tyvek and full face/half mask respirators) when performing some of the system inspection and maintenance. Operators are subject to profuse perspiration and extreme fatigue when working in protective clothing. Operators are subject to injuries such as cuts, bruises and thermal/acidic burns while performing equipment inspection, maintenance, and troubleshooting. Operators are exposed to high heat situations from the energetics thermal treatment equipment. Protective clothing for high heat equipment is sometimes required. Operators are subject to broken bones and injuries from falls when climbing steps and working on elevated structures. Operators are required to wear fall protection harnesses in some situations. Operators are exposed to electrical shock and burns. Arc rated protective clothing is required for electrical work. High pressure hydraulic and pneumatic systems can become injection hazards.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address GL-W39Z02 US ARMY JMC LETTERKENNY MUNITIONS CTR DO NOT MAIL Chambersburg, PA 17201 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk