Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position, Munitions Maintenance Helper/Worker/Mechanic, WG-6501-5 Target WG-6501-11, is t0 perform intermediate-level maintenance of munitions, to include related components and equipment; and to participate in the development and validation of new maintenance/inspection procedure. DUTY TITLE: Munitions Test Support Mechanic/Inspector

Duties

Participate in development, test, validation, inspection, maintenance, handling, loading procedures, and accountability for new or extensively modified munitions. Perform inspection of a wide array of munition types. Troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, modify, rebuild, test, and perform end-item and in-process inspections on precision guided munitions, test and support equipment. Troubleshoot, repair, overhaul, modify, rebuild, test and install conventional munitions and countermeasures. Responsible for ensuring the safe and timely delivery of conventional and precision-guided munitions and associated components.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• The position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Relocation costs or other incentives may be available and considered by the organization.
• This position may require travel. May be required to perform temporary/permanent duty assignments away from home station. May be required to fly in commercial and military aircraft to perform temporary/permanent duty assignment.
• This position may require drug testing and the candidate may be subject to passing a drug test upon selection.
• Selectee is expected to be granted with and/or maintain the appropriate security clearance required for the position.
• Selectee may be required to serve a probationary or trial period.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours. And/or Shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours.
• The employee must have normal color vision and depth perception.
• The employee must have no record of emotional instability.

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-6500 Ammunition, Explosive, And Toxic Materials 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, Specifications, etc. (other than blueprints) Knowledge of Materials Dexterity and Safety 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: Works on hard surfaces and in work areas that require standing, stooping, bending, and working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Position involves lifting and carrying up to 80 pounds or over; assistance is available for items over 45 pounds. Work requires light to moderate physical effort in reaching, bending, and turning, climbing, or moving hands, arms, feet, and legs to operate hand and foot controls while driving, raising, lowering, and tilting forklift trucks. Subject to possible strain caused by forklift truck vibrations. Hours of straight pulling are up to 8 hours/week. Hours of pushing are up to 8 hours/week. Reaching above shoulder. Hours of walking are up to 3 hours/day. Hours of standing are up to 7 hours/day. Hours of kneeling are up to 4 hours/week. Hours of repeated bending are up to 8 hours/week. Operation of truck, tractor, or motor vehicle. Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously. Depth perception. Ability to distinguish basic colors. Ability to distinguish shades of color. Near vision correctable at 13 inches to 16 inches. Hearing (aid permitted). Occasionally may be required to make limited emergency repairs on vehicles, such as changing a flat tire. If it can be otherwise accommodated, specific physical condition or impairment will not automatically disqualify a candidate. NOTE: PRE-EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL REQUIRED. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is performed at times in environmentally controlled areas with exposure to drafts, noise, fumes, dirt, dust, and grease. May be subject to frequent exposure to extreme outdoor temperatures several times a day. May be subject to repetitive motions associated with computers. Subject to exposure to high explosives, high-pressure pneumatic systems, severe heat, chemical irritations, shocks, bruises, cuts, and strain. Will be required to wear protective clothing, such as steel-toed shoes, leather gloves, safety glasses, hearing protection, reflective belts, and protective apron, depending on assigned work area. This position may require: use firearms or ammunition; sell or dispose of firearms or ammunition; receive, possess, ship or transport firearms; or other duties, activities or responsibilities covered by the Gun Control Act. Selectee must have no convictions of a crime of domestic violence. The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position. Required to obtain and maintain a Government Driver's License with flight line certification to operate required special and general-purpose vehicles.

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]