ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Summary

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.

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Duties

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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position, the primary purpose of the position is to perform ordnance equipment mechanic duties encompassing requirements and responsibilities from all duty sections within a munitions storage area. The position also maintains home station readiness and trains reservists in the accomplishment of these tasks.

DUTIES:

1. Munitions Inspection: Performs surveillance inspection duties IAW TO 11A-1-10 on all munitions stock, issued and returned custody munitions, and inspects and certifies munitions residue and Munitions Potentially Presenting Explosives Hazard (MPPEH) turned-in to the stock record account to determine serviceability, potential hazards, and accountability.

2. Conventional Munitions Maintenance (CMM): Assembles/Disassembles, performs maintenance/test & repair, handles and transports ammunition, rockets, unguided and guided weapons and countermeasures, demolition material, and other types of conventional ordnance.

3. Accountability: Implements management controls for munitions assets, records munitions transactions, and manages allocations, stock levels, inventories, requisition, and disposition of munitions. Displays proficiency in munitions materiel accounting systems, mathematics, policies and procedures for accountability and financial liability. Munitions Storage: Warehouses munitions stocks, maintains storage area infrastructure and facilities, vehicles, and equipment to ensure mission support. Develops and maintains a master storage plan to manage storage space utilization, identify inbound asset storage locations, control of authorized structure net explosive weight and authorized compatibility.

4. Line Delivery: Stores, handles, and transports ammunition, rockets, unguided and guided weapons, countermeasures, demolition material, and other types of conventional ordnance. Configures Munitions Material Handling Equipment (MMHE) for mission support based off flying schedule/BOS supported taskings.

5. Munitions Support Equipment: Performs and certifies, armament and support equipment serviceability inspection. Maintains and repairs MMHE for all work orders assigned to maintenance actions. Performs assigned periodic inspections on equipment. Munitions Controller/Combat Plans and Mobility. Munitions control is the focal point for planning, coordinating, directing, and controlling munitions activities. Command and control of munitions operations by directing, coordinating, and monitoring ongoing scheduled and non-scheduled munitions activities.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see
• 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:
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Position may be 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
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• AFSC: 2W071

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-6600 - Armament 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 the ability to do the work of an Ordnance Equipment Mechanic 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. Comprehensive knowledge of ordnance systems maintenance, explosive safety, security, inspection, storage, accountability, transportation regulations/rules, practices, procedures, principles and policies. Knowledge and ability to operate automated and manual computer systems operations including the APSR, AMST, MIS, AF MC2, JHCS, WEBFLIS. Knowledge, experience and skill to work independently and make independent judgment/decisions related to accepted maintenance shop practices, processes, and procedures within the framework of oral or written instructions.

2. Knowledge of maintenance methods and procedures to troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, perform testing, and install a variety of aircraft, demolition, and base defense ordnance systems containing a number of interrelated devices related to more complex ordnance equipment, multi-component devices and complete round weapon systems. Completes overhaul and final alignment on All Up Round (AUR) and complex weapon systems. Modifies, tests and performs TCTO actions on a variety of support/test equipment, sub-assemblies, and complete round/AURs.

3. Ability to read and autonomously interpret technical orders, technical manuals, blueprints, schematic drawings, manufacturers' manuals, maintenance bulletins, and to use complex shop mathematics and handbook formulas to complete work. Skilled in use, principles, concepts and methodology of standard hand and power tools of the electronics and electro-mechanical trades, general maintenance practices, repair capability and skill to apply the data.

4. Perform, plan, crew chief and carry out work assignments utilizing appropriate technical references, suitable tools, equipment, and materials required to complete the assigned tasks. Capability to develop, plan, organize and train to the Combat Munitions Training (CMT) program encompassing resources requirements, developed lesson plans, CFETP and AFQTP requirements and schedules/conducts specialized AFSC training.

5. Knowledge in performing configuration changes, and deviation from standard work practices to obtain dimensional accuracy, system performance, or equipment reliability using expertise, focused attention and visual coordination. Proficiency to plan and lay out the repair sequence, and complete the modification, repair, and installation of ordnance in the SRAN inventory.

6. Ability to troubleshoot, and perform general maintenance on assigned MMHE supporting repair, replacement and TCTO compliance; includes safe operation of various light and heavy machinery and vehicles.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS:

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 (UTA) weekends. 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 the appropriate security clearance level designated for the position.

3. This is a testing designated position (TDP). The employee is subject to random drug testing.

4. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

5. 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.

6. Incumbent may be required to secure a valid state, commercial driver's license with hazardous materials endorsement.

7. The incumbent may be required to work overtime to meet workload demands. May be subject to shift work and uncommon tours of duty.

8. Performs other duties as assigned.

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: The work requires physical exertion from frequent standing, bending, stooping, climbing, and stretching. Working in tiring and uncomfortable positions and in hard to reach places changing tires, processing ammo, working beside and on top of trailers utilizing chains and strapping material. May occasionally work in a sitting position while making repairs at a workbench, inspection tables, or operating test stands/ consoles. The work requires lifting, pushing, pulling, and carrying various sizes and shapes of boxes, tools, components and parts weighing between 50 pounds and 100 pounds.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: A combination of work performed inside shop areas with light, heat/ ventilation and a proportionate rate of outside work that may subject the employee to prevailing weather conditions, slippery or uneven surfaces, confined workspaces and noise with double hearing protection required. There is frequent exposure to cuts, bruises, shocks, burns, and injury from possible ruptured lines or component failure during high pressure testing. Must wear face masks and protective clothing when there is a possibility of exposure to toxic fuels, substances and acids, and will be required to work in close proximity to explosive components and devices on a daily basis. Situations for buildup and teardown require Arming/disarming, installation/removal of squibs, explosive device or component, these operations plus loading, assembly, primers, fuses, propellant charges, and boosters/ packing of hand-held signals, smoke signals, grenades and colored marker signals constitute situations where assets are more vulnerable to incident/accidental mishaps.

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.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Incentives : Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used.

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Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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