AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS MECHANIC - Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command

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 for WG-6600 ARMAMENT WORK FAMILY. 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 perform the work of an AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS MECHANIC with little or no 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. Ability to read and interpret a variety of technical data such as schematic diagrams, blueprints, and technical orders relating to the electronics and electro-mechanical trades 2. Skill in the use of standard hand and power tools of the electronics and electro-mechanical trades. 3. Comprehensive knowledge of operation, capabilities, and limitations of complex electronic systems complicated by a variety of multi-component assemblies and devices. 4. Knowledge of related electronic, electrical, mechanical, optical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. 5. Ability to remove, install, modify, repair, maintain, test, calibrate, and troubleshoot complete electronic or electro-mechanical systems. Select and use electronic and electro-mechanical testing equipment. Ability to operate a computer. Ability to clean work area and job site upon completion of work. 6. Knowledge of safety and security requirements as outlined in applicable standards, regulations, policy, and technical orders. Knowledge of tool, equipment, and materials accountability and security. Knowledge of USAF Technical Order Program and its certification and documentation procedures. 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. 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. 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. Incumbent may be required to secure a valid state, commercial driver's license with hazardous materials endorsement. 5. The incumbent may be required to work overtime to meet workload demands. May be subject to shift work and uncommon tours of duty. 6. Performs other duties as assigned. FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS: Work encompasses strenuous physical exertion when bending and shaping the more complex items in handlinglarger and bulkier material. Requires physical effort which includes prolonged standing; climbing up and downladders and scaffolds; working in cramped and awkward positions while installing items; and reaching, lifting, andbending while using hand and powered tools in uncomfortable positions for extended periods. Heavy lifting (80lbsand over). Climbing heights up to 65 feet. Operation of crane, tractor, motor vehicle, or aerospace groundequipment. Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously. Near vision correctable at 13 inchesto 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. Ability to distinguish shades of color. Hearing (aid permitted). Ifit can be otherwise accommodated, a specific physical condition or impairment will not automatically disqualify acandidate. ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS: Works inside and out, in inclement weather, on wet slippery, hot/cold ramps, aircraft surfaces and work stands.Subject to the dangers from exposure to toxic fumes, fuel, high pressure air and fluids, electrical shock or burnscaused by electrical or RF energy. Dangers also include engine noise, blast, ingestion, and fast actuating metalsurfaces such as landing gears, speed brakes, and flaps. Will be required to transport, assemble, load, arm, or safe any assi