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 Ability To Do The Work Of An AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS 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: Knowledge of egress and jettison systems used on assigned aircraft and the practices, methods, and processes necessary to test, troubleshoot, inspect, modify and repair them. Knowledge of a variety of technical data such as manufacturers handbooks and specifications, technical orders, operating instructions and special instructions relative to explosive or incendiary device and safety precautions related thereto. Ability to use canopy blow testers, specialized test gauges, push/pull spring scales, voltmeters, ohm meters, external power supplies, feeler gauges, inside and outside micrometers, vernier calipers, simulated initiators, vacuum pump, altimeters, hundredth second timer clock, and torque wrenches. Ability to read and interpret instructions, specifications, and blueprints. Ability to use special and standard test equipment, gauges, and hand tools. Ability to troubleshoot egress and jettison systems on operational aircraft and aircraft undergoing repair, overhaul, and modification. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: Removes and installs personnel and drogue parachutes and survival kits. Makes necessary inspection of same to ensure proper fit and installation. Serves as team leader of employees from other organizations when these employees augment egress/jettison work. Also stores and controls explosives/incendiary materials for organization. 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. Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical before entrance on duty, unless otherwise exempt. AFSC: 2A6X3 Incentive for Student Loan Repayment Program may be offered. This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are eligible for 15 days active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay. Air Reserve units and members are subject to immediate call to active duty in mobilization to meet a national emergency. For additional information regarding ART positions and/or military qualifications, please call 1-800-257-1212. Retired military are usually ineligible for membership in the AF Reserve. Retired military that have active AF Reserve assignments may apply provided they show assignment (position) on the application. A military service member's statement of service/certification will be accepted IF a terminal leave form or DD214 cannot be provided. The statement/certification should indicate member's separation from active duty is within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. It must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin, your rank, dates of active duty service, the type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable). Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment. Military members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Heavy lifting (80 lbs and over). Heavy lifting (45-79 pounds). Moderate lifting (15-44 lbs). Light lifting (under 15 lbs). Heavy carrying (45 lbs and over). Moderate carrying (15-44 lbs). Light carrying (under 15 lbs). Hours of straight pulling are 2 hours/week. Hours of pulling hand over hand are 1 hour/week. Hours of pushing are 2 hours/week. Reaching above shoulder. Use of fingers. Both hands required. Hours of walking are 2 hours/day. Hours of standing are 4 hour/day. Hours of kneeling are 4 hours/week. Hours of repeated bending ar