Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. 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.

Duties

The primary purpose of this position is: This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) enlisted position located in the Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) Section/Laboratory of Aircraft Maintenance. The purpose of the position is to inspect components, parts, and materials to detect and interpret impending material failures, fatigue, stress, discontinuities, imperfections, corrosion, flaws, delaminations, disbonds, foreign objects, and other discrepancies in aircraft metallic and composite structures, aircraft engines, and/or other related aerospace equipment or components on assigned or transient aircraft and support equipment. Perform quality trend analysis of aircraft engine condition utilizing spectrometric oil analysis. In addition, trains reservists in the accomplishment of tasks set forth herein. Performs ultrasonic inspections/testing (UT) of critical aerospace components, subcomponents, support equipment, and other materials for which inspection procedures may or may not exist when acceptability standards are inadequate or not available. Interprets test indications, records tests results, marks defective areas and/or dimensions on surface items or work control documents to refer components, parts and material to maintenance activities for disposition. Perform eddy current inspections/testing (ET) of critical aerospace components, subcomponents, support equipment, and other materials for which inspection procedures may or may not exist when acceptability standards are inadequate or not available. Perform unshielded and shielded industrial radiographic (x-ray) inspections/testing (RT) to include computed radiography of critical aerospace components, subcomponents, support equipment, and other materials for which inspection procedures may or may not exist when acceptability standards are inadequate or not available. Performs stationary and portable fluorescent magnetic particle inspections/testing (MT) and fluorescent penetrant inspections/testing (PT) of critical aerospace components, subcomponents, support equipment, and other materials for which inspection procedures may or may not exist when acceptability standards are inadequate or not available. Performs trend analysis of aircraft oil wetted systems utilizing the Oil Analysis Program (OAP). Operates, maintains, and calibrates fluid analysis spectrometers and chip detection analysis equipment. May operate a COBRA unit. Sets up equipment and performs preoperational checks and daily standardization checks and adjustments. Performs trend analysis of aircraft oil wetted systems utilizing the Oil Analysis Program (OAP). Operates, maintains, and calibrates fluid analysis spectrometers and chip detection analysis equipment. May operate a COBRA unit. Prepares for, trains and participates in the training and certification of reservists, Reg AF, and DoD civilians performing nondestructive inspection/testing. Serves as NDI Technical Advisor, advising responsible shop supervisors, engineering, quality assurance and other related functions of defects found, the extent and effect of the quality and serviceability of products. Utilizes safety and tool control practices, Federal Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and AF Environmental Compliance Assessment Management Program (ECAMP) environmental protection practices and procedures and complies with security regulations, directives and policies.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Position may be subject to pre-employment and 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
• AFSC: 2A752

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-3700 Metal Processing 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 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 follow oral and written instructions.Skill in the selection and use of testing equipment. Knowledge of safety and security requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations and technical orders. 2. Skill in the use of standard hand and power tools of the industrial radiology trade. Ability to use a variety of test and measurement equipment. 3. Ability to read and interpret a variety of technical data such as schematic diagrams, blueprints and technical. Ability to calibrate equipment used in the industrial radiology trade.orders relating to the Nondestructive Inspection (NDI) trade. Ability to locate component/part deficiencies and recommend resolution. 4. Knowledge of and ability to use radiology systems, equipment or accessories. Knowledge of safety and security requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations and technical orders. 5. Knowledge of basic shop mathematics or handbook formulae to calculate basic values or specifications. Knowledge of requirements and skill in the use of SOAP and COBRA6. Ability to operate a computer. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. Physical Effort: Heavy lifting (45-79 pounds). Moderate lifting (15-44 pounds). Light lifting (under 15 pounds). Moderate carrying (15-44 pounds). Light carrying (under 15 pounds). One hour per week of straight pulling. One hour per week of pushing. Reaching above shoulder. Use of fingers. Both hands required. Four hours per week of walking. Ten hours per week of standing. One hour per week crawling. One hour per week of kneeling. Three hours per week of repeated bending. Climbing, use of legs and arms. 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 20/20 and 20/40 in the other. Both eyes required. Depth perception. Ability to distinguish basic colors. Hearing (without aid). Working Conditions: Outside and inside (other than normal commuting). Excessive heat. Excessive cold. Excessive humidity. Excessive dampness or chilling. Dry atmospheric conditions. Excessive noise, intermittent. Dust. Solvents. Solvents (degreasing agents). Grease and oils. Radiant energy. Electrical energy. Slippery or uneven walking surface. Working around machinery with moving parts. Working around moving objects and vehicles. Working on ladders or scaffolding. Vibration. Working closely with others. Working alone. Other significant facts pertaining to this position are: 1. This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) enlisted position. The incumbent is required to meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. Work schedule will be aligned to allow the incumbent to fully participate in unit training assemblies. The incumbent's regular assignments are primarily ART duties; however, the incumbent may also be assigned non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities. 2. The incumbent must obtain and retain 3. The incumbent may be required to fly in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments (TDY) away from the normal duty station. 4. The incumbent may be required to work overtime to meet workload demands. 5. Performs other duties as assigned. 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.

Contacts

• Address AFRC Non-ART Locations 550 C Street W JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]