ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to This is a Civilian 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. Responsibilities - Precision Guided Munitions (PGM): Installs, modifies, overhauls, maintains, troubleshoots and repairs a complete missile and ordnance system including support and test equipment consisting of numerous complex integrated components requiring knowledge of a wide range of electronics principles and practices. - 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. - 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. - Accountability: Implements management controls for munitions assets, records munitions transactions, and manages allocations, stock levels, inventories, requisition, and disposition of munitions. 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. - Line Delivery: Stores, handles, and transports ammunition, rockets, unguided and guided weapons, countermeasures, demolition material, and other types of conventional ordnance. Munitions Support Equipment: Performs and certifies, armament and support equipment serviceability inspection. Maintains and repairs MMHE for all work orders assigned to maintenance actions. Munitions Controller/Combat Plans and Mobility. Munitions control is the focal point for planning, coordinating, directing, and controlling munitions activities. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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-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 ability to do the work of a WG-6641 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. 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. Knowledge and ability to operate automated and manual computer systems operations including the ASPR, AMST, MIS, TMRS, AF MC2, JHCS, WEBFLIS. 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. 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. 4. 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. 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. 5. Perform, plan, and carry out work assignments utilizing appropriate technical references, suitable tools, equipment, and materials required to complete the assigned tasks. 6. 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. Physical Effort 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. Working Conditions 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 work spaces 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 handheld 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. Education 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. Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. 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