This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are part of the regular career civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service. In addition, ARTs are required to maintain their active membership in the AF Reserve unit where assigned. ARTs receive on average one weekend of military training per month. Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART); to observe and determine quality of in-process and after-the-fact maintenance, ensure prescribed technical and management procedures are followed and quality maintenance is achieved; to manage the organization's product improvement, weight and balance, functional check flight (FCF), and technical order distribution programs; and to train reservists in the tasks of this position. 1. Evaluates assigned personnel performance, documentation, and observable maintenance processes to assure compliance with technical and procedural directives. 2. Serves as technical advisor and assistant to production work center managers in the resolution of quality problems. 3. Administers Quality Assessment Program (QAP). Maintains and updates quality assurance tracking and trending program. Administers unit FCF program for maintenance. Coordinates development of appropriate FCF checklists and procedures with operations. 4. Administers unit aircraft weight and balance program. Performs weight and balance computations for input into software data packages. 5. Maintains master technical order library for aircraft maintenance functions. Prepares for, trains, and participates in the training ofreservists.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• A security clearance may be required
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This is a testing designated position (TDP). The employee is subject to random drug testing.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Must be a current member of the AF Reserve or willing/qualified to join
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• AFSC: 2A574

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-8800 Aircraft Overhaul 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 the ability to perform the work of an Aircraft Work Inspector WG-8852-11 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: 1. Ability to perform a variety of inspections in-process inspections, preflight/basic post-flight, thru-flight, borne station checks to detect and isolate malfunctions and to determine when new assemblies, components and parts of aircraft should be installed, reworked, repaired, or adjusted. Ability to read and interpret instructions, specifications, blueprints, and technical orders, and to evaluate compliance, adequacy of repairs and proper installation of parts and modifications. 2. Comprehensive knowledge of assigned weapon systems including airframes, aircraft systems, and the interrelationships among systems and aircraft power plants, needed to make various operational checks and verify established performance limits. 3. Skill in using a variety of tools required to perform assessments, e.g., micrometers, torque wrenches, tension meters, feeler gages, magnifying glass, rig pin, flashlight. 4. Knowledge of safety requirements as outlined in applicable safety standards, regulations, and technical orders. Knowledge of tool, equipment, and materials accounting and security. 5. Ability to clean work area and/or job site upon completion of work. Knowledge of and ability to use and manage functional data bases. 6. Knowledge of and practical application of Total Quality Management (TQM) principals and processes. Knowledge of skill enhancement training requirements. OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS: 1. May be required to fly in military or commercial aircraft during FCF and/or for TDY purposes. 2. Performs other related duties as assigned. 3. This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. The incumbent is required to meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. Work schedule will be aligned to allow incumbent to fully participate in unit training assemblies. The incumbent's regular assignments are ART duties; however, the incumbent may be assigned some non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities. 4. May be required to fly in commercial and military aircraft to perform temporary/permanent duty assignments. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Heavy lifting (45-79 pounds). Heavy carrying (45 lbs and over). Hours of straight pulling are 2 hours/week. Reaching above shoulder. Use of fingers. Both bands required. Hours of repeated bending are 4 hours/per week. Climbing, use of legs and anns. Both legs required. Operation of crane, truck, tractor, or motor vehicle. Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously. Near vision correctable at 13 inches to 16 inches to Jaeger 1 to 4. Far vision correctable in one eye to 20/50 and 20/100 in the other. Depth perception. Ability to distinguish shades of color. Hearing (aid permitted). If it can be otherwise accommodated, a specific physical condition or impairment will not automatically disqualify a candidate. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Outside and inside (other than normal commuting). Excessive noise, intermittent. Constant noise. Electrical energy. Slippery or uneven walking surface. Working around machinery with moving parts. Working around moving objects or vehicles. Working on ladders or scaffolding. Working closely with others. 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.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Contacts

• Address AFRC Tinker AFB 4028 Hilltop Road Tinker AFB, OK 73145 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]