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Summary

About the Position: This position is with the Army Reserve Aviation Command, Aviation Support Facility (ASF) Bragg, 244th Aviation Brigade, Fort Bragg, North Carolina.

Description of the working environment: Work is primarily performed in a well kept hangar which offers a clean and safe working environment.
Responsibilities

Performs work order modifications on Night Vision Goggles
Inspects and repairs survival equipment
Performs preventative maintenance checks on equipment
Performs operational checks on equipment
Tests performance of electronic survival equipment

Travel Required

Occasional travel

• The business travel requirment is 5%.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential

8

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Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
This position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment.
This position requires an annual medical exam.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Aircraft Survival and Flight Equipment Repairer without more than normal supervision. To meet the screen out element, applicants should document experience or show the ability to do the following: inspect and clean aircraft survival equipment, perform limited repairs on equipment, receive store and issue equipment and a variety of less complex maintenance functions.

• Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Screen Out
Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc.
Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.
Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
Physical effort: Light to moderate physical exertion is required in lifting and carrying items weighing 10-50 pounds. May be required to perform extensive standing, stooping, bending and working in cramped positions while inspecting and repairing equipment on an aircraft.
Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and outside. The majority of the work is performed inside on work benches or in a storage area. Occasionally, the work may be performed in areas where dirt, drafts, noise, and fumes may be present. Works around pyrotechnics. May be subject to burns, cuts, and abrasions while working on various types of ALSE equipment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
Two year trial/probationary period may be required.
Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the information sheet.
This is a Career Program (CP) 17 position.
You may claim military spouse preference.
Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. Additional information about the program is on OPM's .
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an .

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, a review of (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your résumé and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your résumé and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Basis for Rating: Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of three quality categories: Best Qualified, Highly Qualified and Qualified. Veteran preference eligibles are listed ahead of non-preference eligibles within each quality category.
Best Qualified. Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for the announced position.
Highly Qualified. Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements for the announced position.
Qualified. Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements for the announced position.

Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance

Drug test required

No

Required Documents

The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the .

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

1.Your resume:
Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
For qualifications determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week and the dates of employment (i.e., HRS per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete and you will not receive consideration for this position.
For additional information see: . 2. Other supporting documents:
Cover Letter, optional
Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

This job originated on . For the full announcement and to apply, visit . Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at will be considered.

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This is a Washington Air National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Bargaining Unit Technician position:

AIRCRAFT SURVIVAL FLIGHT EQUIPMENT REPAIRER
Location: 141 OSS, Fairchild AFB, WA
Appointment Type: Indefinite
Advertised as: ENLISTED
This announcement may be used to fill one or more vacancies.

Responsibilities

A AIRCRAFT SURVIVAL FLIGHT EQUIPMENT REPAIRER, WG-4818-10:
Ensures all life support equipment meets strict airworthiness criteria and that it will sustain combat operations/readiness by inspecting, testing, calibrating, certifying, diagnostic evaluating, troubleshooting, repairing/replacing, assembling and disassembling all aircrew life support equipment, aircrew chemical/biological defense equipment, and aircraft ejection/non-ejection systems.
Conducts formal academic classroom and technical instruction for all pilots, aircrew, passengers (aircraft maintenance personnel, dignitaries, civilian search and rescue agencies, etc.) on: Global Survival, Combat Search and Rescue Training; Water Survival Training; Ejection/Non-ejection Seat Egress Training; Emergency Parachute Procedural Descent Training, utilizing a state of the art virtual reality trainer; Aircrew Chemical Defense Equipment, utilizing the Aircrew Eye Respiratory Protection System (AERPS), which is an aircraft-integrated, self-contained oxygen and filtration system with aircraft-integrated electronics, communications and oxygen capabilities; Aircrew Chemical/Biological Control Area Decontamination procedures; and Aircrew Chemical Defense task qualification training.
Utilizes, maintains, and updates multiple computer main frame programs/data bases to analyze, troubleshoot, schedule, and maintain inspection and accountability reports/documentation on all aircrew/aircraft life support and aircrew chemical-biological defense equipment.
Inventories and monitors Precision Maintenance Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) equipment, prepares equipment for pick up and delivery, prepares appropriate documentation, coordinates with inspection or maintenance activities, picks up and drops off equipment, unloads and loads vehicle, performs acceptance inspection, and annotates equipment record.
Performs other duties as assigned.

• The above duty description doesn't contain all details of the official position description. A copy of the entire position description can be found on FASCLASS by searching the position description (PD# D1729000).

Travel Required

Occasional travel - as required for job training or mission requirements.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential

10

Job family (Series)

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

Military Grades: E-6 to E-7

Compatible Military Assignments: 1P0X1, 2A7X0

• Applicants need not be assigned to the position or possess the AFSC to apply or be considered for selection. Selected applicant must be assigned to a compatible Military position and attain AFSC within 1 year of appointment action.

• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

• Must maintain membership in the WA National Guard for continued employment.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience or training which demonstrates the applicants knowledge of materials and equipment used in the line of work (helmets, torso harness assemblies, parachutes, survival equipment). Ability to understand written instructions and to use reference materials and manuals.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least 18 months experience or training which has demonstrated knowledge of aviation life support equipment. Experience reading and interpreting military manuals. Experience in supply procedures and property accountability. Experience collecting information and presenting it to various sized groups. Experience in planning a functional shop maintenance program is essential.

Education

Education Requirements:

High School Diploma or GED.

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience:
Not Applicable.

To receive credit for Education, you must provide transcripts or other documentation of proof to support your Educational claims.

Additional information

• This is an indefinite position. If an individual employed in the excepted civil service accepts this position, he/she will receive an indefinite appointment.
  
  If a Reduction-In-Force occurs the indefinite appointee will have no reemployment rights to his/her former position or any other position. If funding level and employee manning levels permit, incumbent may be converted to permanent technician status without further competition.

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Washington Air National Guard.
  
  Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard at the required military grade listed if the position is open Nationwide.

• If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency .

• Military Technicians are ineligible for enlistment, retention, and student loan repayment bonuses. Acceptance of a Technician position will terminate these incentives.

• Military Technicians in the excepted service will wear the appropriate uniform while performing as a Technician.

• Veteran's preference does not apply to National Guard Technician positions in accordance with Title 32 USC 709 (f).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY: The WA National Guard is an equal opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be filled without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, marital status, or political affiliation.

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an .

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. You may also be excluded from consideration if you indicate that you are unwilling to accept the lower grade and a determination is made that you are not qualified at the higher grade. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics). NOTE: You do not have to respond to the KSA's separately but your resume should contain sufficient information to demonstrate possession of the KSA's.
Knowledge and understanding of all life support and chemical/biological defense equipment utilized by the units aircrew to ensure life support equipment/components meet airworthiness criteria, operate within specified tolerances and in the proper sequence, and are mission ready to support the requirements of day-to-day operation as well as sustained critical combat operations.
Ability to inspect, test, calibrate, certify, evaluate, troubleshoot, disassemble, repair, overhaul, assemble, replace, as necessary, and issue life support parts and equipment.
Ability to install, remove, and inspect all Life Support equipment on the unit aircraft.
Ability to utilize a variety of complex, state of the art diagnostic testers/systems/specialty tools to test, troubleshoot, and repair all life support equipment utilized by the unit.
Ability to perform precision soldering on flexible circuit boards to repair/replace defective parts.
Ability and certification to plan, organize, develop, direct, implement, conduct, and evaluate formal academic classroom and technical instruction on a wide variety of life support topics to provide initial and recurring training for all aircrew and passengers.
Knowledge of and ability to utilize multiple computer main frame programs/data bases.
Knowledge of materials handling, inventorying, and supply procedures to store and maintain adequate supplies of life support parts and equipment.
Knowledge of and certification in handling, shipping, storing, and ordering multiple hazardous materials to include munitions/ammunition assets.
Skill and ability in the operation of materials handling equipment utilized in receipt, storage, and shipment of the unit life support supplies and equipment.

Background checks and security clearance

Security clearance

Drug test required

No

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you are required to submit a complete Application Package which includes:
Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed
OF-306
Mil Form 174 For access to Required Documents please refer to:

Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s),which may not be required for all applicants: Cover Letter, DD-214,SF-50, and Transcript.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from .
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

This job originated on . For the full announcement and to apply, visit . Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at will be considered.

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This National Guard position is for a Aircraft Survival Flight Equipment Repairer, Position Description Number D1729000 and is part of the Maryland Air National Guard.

May be entitled up to a $15,000 recruitment incentive

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Responsibilities

Ensures all aircrew flight equipment meets strict airworthiness criteria and that it will sustain combat operations/readiness by inspecting, testing, calibrating, certifying, diagnostic evaluating, troubleshooting, repairing/replacing, assembling and disassembling all aircrew support equipment, aircrew chemical/biological defense equipment, and aircraft ejection/non-ejection systems. Utilizes a variety of complex state of the art diagnostic testers/systems/specialty tools to include:

Helmet Head-Up Display Unit Test Set; Combined Aircrew System Test Set; Electronic Radio Testers TS-4317 and TS-24/B; Quickdraw and Suitcase Interrogators with UHF/Global Positioning Systems/Encrytion technologies which interrogate Recovery Survival Radios; Night Vision Goggle Calibration 126 Tester which calibrates diopter settings/collimination/Goggle Gain and Drain; Infinity Focus Infrared 20/20 Tester; Optic Nitrogen Purge Kit Systems; Pressure Breathing Oxygen Flight Ensemble Test Set (TTU-529); Global Positioning Position Systems with Computer Program Interface; Multi-Meters with multiple ohm resistors; Micrometers; Precision Calipers, and Electrical Circuitry Test Consoles to ensure systems are calibrated to Technical Orders (T.O.'s) and factory specifications. Performs precision soldering on flexible circuit boards ensuring serviceability of Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System, Helmet Mounted Display Units, Night Vision Goggles, Panoramic Night Vision Goggles, Electro-Optical Systems, and Recovery Survival Radios.Conducts in-depth and quality control inspections to diagnose the nature and extent of equipment malfunction and to determine whether equipment may be economically repaired or declared unserviceable. Complies with safety, fire, security, and housekeeping regulations.

Utilizes, maintains, and updates multiple computer main frame programs/data bases to analyze, troubleshoot, schedule, and maintain inspection and accountability reports/documentation on all aircrew/aircraft life support and aircrew chemical-biological defense equipment. Utilizes Equipment and Financial Processing Systems. Performs other duties as assigned.

Travel Required

Not required

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential
10

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  4818 Aircraft Survival Flight Equipment Repair

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HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard.

Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

Military Grades: Enlisted E6 and below

Compatible Military Assignments: 1P0X1, 2A7X0

Area of Consideration: Current members of the Maryland National Guard, current military members and prior service members eligible to join

May be entitled up to a $15,000 recruitment incentive

Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

National Guard Membership is required.

Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.

May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates the applicants knowledge of materials and equipment used in the line of work (helmets, torso harness assemblies, parachutes, survival equipment). Ability to understand written instructions and to use reference materials and manuals.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which has demonstrated knowledge of aviation life support equipment.

Experience reading and interpreting military manuals. Experience in supply procedures and property accountability. Experience collecting information and presenting it to various sized groups. Experience in planning a functional shop maintenance program is essential.

Education

You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

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This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the New Jersey National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the New Jersey National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.

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Responsibilities

As a Aircraft Survival Flight Equipment Repairer, WG-4818-10, you will:

• Administer practical and written evaluations

• Maintain publications such as regulations and other directives

• Certify initial and continuation training of aircrew and other personnel

• Instruct survival techniques to include peacetime and combat scenarios

• Prepare readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization, and command support exercises

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential
10

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HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

• National Guard Membership is required

• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory

• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period

• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation

Areas of Consideration:

Areas I: All current, permanent technicians within the New Jersey Army National Guard

Areas II: All current members of the New Jersey Army National Guard

Areas III: All current members of the New Jersey National Guard

Military Grades: E-1 to E-7

Compatible Military Assignments: 15T

Selectee has two (2) years to obtain required MOS

Certification:

Must complete Aircraft Survival Flight Equipment Repairer Course within 1 year of appointment

NOTE: The initial cut-off for referral consideration is July 13, 2018; applications received by this date will have the first opportunity for review. Applications received after this date will be given consideration on an as needed basis.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:

Must have the following General Experience or training which demonstrates the applicants knowledge of materials and equipment used in the line of work (helmets, torso harness assemblies, parachutes, survival equipment). Ability to understand written instructions and to use reference materials and manuals.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

Must have 18 months of the following Specialized Experience:

• Aviation life support equipment

• Read and interpret military manuals

• Plan a functional shop maintenance program

• Supply procedures and property accountability

• Collect information and present it to various sized groups

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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT SURVIVAL FLIGHT EQUIPMENT REPAIRER, Position Description Number D1992000 and is part of the IN LAASF, National Guard.

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Responsibilities

• Inspects, tests, certifies, repairs, assembles and maintains ALSE to include aircraft/aircrew electronic communications equipment, and aircraft-oxygen related items, aircraft modular survival system, helicopter emergency egress devices, etc.

• Instructs crewmembers in all categories of ALSE.

• Certifies initial and continuation training of aircrew and other personnel.

• Complies with safety, fire, security, and housekeeping regulations.

• Supervises, instructs, trains and certifies traditional Guard members on all facets of the aircrew life support career field; performs task evaluations and documents OJT records.

• Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises.

• Prepares Annual Budget analysis and projections for ALSE shop operations.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential
10

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  4818 Aircraft Survival Flight Equipment Repair

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HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.

• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.

• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.

• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.

• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.

• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.

• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

• This position is INDEFINITE NTE 24 months, with possible extension up to 60 months, and permanent potential.

• Specialized Experience Requirements for NGB Federal Wages System Positions for claiming civilian job experience: Creditable experience must have been performed at least 30 days and be properly documented.

• Experience in the same line of work can only be credited on the basis of a regular 40-hour workweek. Hours per week MUST be documented on resume to receive any credit.

Qualifications

Military Grades: E-4 thru E-7 or WO1 thru WO2

Compatible Military Assignments: 15 T,R, U, and 153 series

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates the applicants knowledge of materials and equipment used in the line of work (helmets, torso harness assemblies, parachutes, survival equipment). Ability to understand written instructions and to use reference materials and manuals.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which has demonstrated knowledge of aviation life support equipment. Experience reading and interpreting military manuals. Experience in supply procedures and property accountability. Experience collecting information and presenting it to various sized groups. Experience in planning a functional shop maintenance program is essential.

Specialized Experience Requirements for NGB Federal Wage System Positions for claiming civilian job experience: Creditable experience must have been performed at least 30 consecutive days and be properly documented.

Experience in the same line of work can only be credited on the basis of a regular 40-hour workweek. Hours per week MUST be documented on resume to receive any credit.

After appointment, reassignment, change to lower grade or promotion through an Indiana job vacancy announcement, an employee must wait at least 18 months before applying for another technician position. This does NOT INCLUDE Temp appointments (Tenure 0) or Temp Promotions. If you would like to request a waiver, download the memorandum from https://states.gkoportal.ng.mil/states/IN/JFHQ/J1%20HRO/default.aspx OR contact the POC if needed. Waivers will only be considered by the Human Resources Officer on a case by case basis AND MUST be submitted with your application.

THIS MEMORANDUM MUST BE ROUTED AND SIGNED AND APPROVED BY YOUR CHAIN OF COMMAND WITH THE HRO AS THE FINAL APPROVAL IN ORDER TO BE ACCEPTED AS A VALID DOCUMENT.

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The mission of the United States Air Force is to fly, fight and win...in air, space and cyberspace. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Reach and Power.

That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.

This is a Public Notice for positions being filled under the Direct Hiring Authority (DHA) for Domestic Defense Industrial Base Facilities and Major Range and Test Facilities Base, NDAA 1125 (a) and (c). Positions may be filled as permanent, temporary or term with a full-time or part-time work schedule. Pay will vary by grade level and geographic location.

Under this recruitment procedure applications will be accepted for each location/ installation identified in this Public Notice and selections are made for vacancies as they occur. There may or may not be actual/projected vacancies at the time you submit your application.

Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.

You are applying to a resume database, your resume and any documents submitted will be retained for six months and may be used at any time during this period. When a position is requested to be filled under the Direct Hire Authority, a list of applicants may be provided to management for review and possible selection.

You will not receive any notifications and your resume will not be reviewed for qualifications until a position is requested to be filled. This Public Notice may be used to fill positions in other equivalent pay systems. This public notice may be used to fill one or more vacancies at any time without notification.

Duties and responsibilities vary and may increase according to the grade level. This public notice may also be used to fill target grades (e.g. WG-08 Target WG-10).

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Federal Wage System (FWS) Salary Table for "Rest of US" (RUS) has been provided for your use and information. Salaries may vary dependent upon grade level and location selected. Please refer to the Salary Table link for more information: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/pay-leave/salaries-wages/

Link to FWS Qualifications for additional information:

https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Who May ApplyThis job is open to…This public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.

Questions? This job is open to 1 group.

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HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required

• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov

• Total salary varies depending on location of position

• PCS expenses if authorized will be paid IAW JTR and Air Force Regulations

• Recruitment incentives may be authorized

• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program

Conditions of employment:
1.) Some positions may be deemed drug testing designated positions and require participation in random drug testing.
2.) Incumbent may be subject to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment, and participation in random drug testing.
3.) Appointment may be contingent upon passing a physical examination.
4.) Incumbent may be required to obtain and maintain appropriate background investigation or security clearance.
5.) May be required to drive a motor vehicle. A valid driver's license may be required for the position.
6.) Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays.
7.) Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.
8.) Employee must maintain current certifications depending on series.
9.) PCS or moving costs may be paid for approved positions, dependent upon Organizational needs and authorization.
10.) Recruitment incentives or bonuses may be available for approved positions.

There may be additional conditions and/or requirements as determined by the position being filled.

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C; for additional information refer to the FWS qualifications link above.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for all trade and labor occupations, you must meet any minimum experience or training requirements per OPM qualifications standards 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 applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims.

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements.

You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

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This National Guard position. Position Description Number D1868000.

WEST VIRGINIA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD
130th AW, Charleston, WV

MINIMUM MILITARY GRADE: E-6 MAXIMUM MILITARY GRADE: E-7

SELECTING SUPERVISOR & DUTY LOCATION: MSgt Hager, 130th AW, Charleston, WV

AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: 1 ONLY

Area 1 - Current on-board full-time support personnel in the WVNG

Area 2 - All members of the WVNG

Area 3 - All members of the National Guard nationwide and others when eligible for membership

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Responsibilities

This position is located in the Aircrew Flight Equipment Function, Air Operations Division, ANG Aviation Wing, Aircrew Survival Equipment Function. The function ensures aircrews are trained and equipped for all flying operations in regard to life support/survival equipment.

Supervises technicians and traditional Guard members in accomplishing the work operations of the function. Performs other duties as assigned.

Details of the duties and responsibilities are contained in the applicable position description located online. For a complete position description for this position, go to the FASCLASS website: https://acpol2.army.mil/fasclass/search_fs/search_fasclass.asp

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential
10

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  4818 Aircraft Survival Flight Equipment Repair

• Requirements

HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.

• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.

• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.

• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.

• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.

• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.

• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

• Must possess or be eligible to obtain the appropriate security clearance.

Qualifications

MINIMUM MILITARY GRADE: E-6 MAXIMUM MILITARY GRADE: E-7

(YOUR RANK MUST BE INCLUDED SOMEWHERE WITHIN YOUR WV HRO Form 300)

YOU MUST FULLY SUBSTANTIATE IN YOUR OWN WORDS THAT YOU MEET THE REQUIREMENTS LISTED BELOW. WHEN EXPLAINING MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE YOU MUST GIVE EXAMPLES.

DO NOT COPY FROM THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. EXPLAIN IT IN YOUR OWN WORDS AND GIVE EXAMPLES TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS VACANCY.

All personnel applying for this position who do not meet the minimum military grade requirement MUST provide the proper signed memorandum from your respective Military Personnel Office (MILPO for ARNG, FSS for ANG) to prove eligibility to obtain the required grade upon accepting the position. All personnel who exceed the maximum military rank must provide a memorandum explaining if selected for this position, you will accept an administrative reduction in rank. The memorandum must be submitted WITH your application to be considered for this position.

MILITARY COMPATIBILITY: ENLISTED: 1P0X1

(ASSIGNMENT TO A COMPATIBLE MILITARY POSITION IS NOT REQUIRED FOR APPLICATION BUT WILL BE REQUIRED WITHIN ONE YEAR FROM DATE OF HIRE IF SELECTED.)

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Experience or training which demonstrates that the candidate has the ability to organize assignments for subordinates, estimate material and manpower needed for specific jobs; able to explain manuals and work procedures; and to prepare production records, work records and reports.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 36 months of experience or training which has demonstrated knowledge of aviation life support equipment.

Experience reading and interpreting military manuals. Experience in supply procedures and property accountability. Experience collecting information and presenting it to various sized groups.

Experience in planning a functional shop maintenance program is essential. In addition to the journeyman level knowledge, experience which demonstrates the ability to plan, direct, and organize work assignments for lower grade personnel. Experience which required the review of work requirements and establish priorities to meet deadlines.

Experience that provided knowledge of various lines of work performed by this function. Experience which demonstrates the ability to supervise or the potential to perform such duties as evidenced by the ability to communicate knowledge of general supervisory concepts, and knowledge of shop processes. Experience in adapting existing equipment and techniques to new situations.

Education

There are no educational requirements for this position at this time.

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About the Position: This position is with the Army Reserve Aviation Command, Aviation Support Facility (ASF) Los Alamitos, 244th Aviation Brigade, Los Alamitos, California.

Description of the working environment: Work is primarily performed in a well kept hangar which offers a clean and safe working environment.

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Responsibilities

• Performs work order modifications on Night Vision Goggles

• Inspects and repairs survival equipment

• Performs preventative maintenance checks on equipment

• Performs operational checks on equipment

• Tests performance of electronic survival equipment

Travel Required

Occasional travel - The business travel requirement is 5%.

Supervisory status

No

Promotion Potential
8

• Job family (Series)
  4818 Aircraft Survival Flight Equipment Repair

• Requirements

HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.

• This position is subject to the Lautenberg Amendment.

• This position requires an annual medical exam.

Qualifications

POSITION IS ANNOUNCED AS A STANDING REGISTER (OPEN CONTINUOUS RECRUITMENT): First cutoff date to evaluate candidates will be August 22, 2018 at 11:59 PM. Application packages received after this date will be evaluated at a future cutoff date to be determined based on the needs of the agency. Application packages must be complete at the time referral certificates are issued.

Who May Apply: US Citizens

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Aircraft Survival and Flight Equipment Repairer without more than normal supervision. To meet the screen out element, applicants should document experience or show the ability to do the following: inspect and clean aircraft survival equipment, perform limited repairs on equipment, receive store and issue equipment and a variety of less complex maintenance functions.- Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision Screen Out

• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc.

• Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment

• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.

• Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)

• Physical effort: Light to moderate physical exertion is required in lifting and carrying items weighing 10-50 pounds. May be required to perform extensive standing, stooping, bending and working in cramped positions while inspecting and repairing equipment on an aircraft.

• Working Conditions: Work is performed inside and outside. The majority of the work is performed inside on work benches or in a storage area. Occasionally, the work may be performed in areas where dirt, drafts, noise, and fumes may be present. Works around pyrotechnics. May be subject to burns, cuts, and abrasions while working on various types of ALSE equipment.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) enlisted position.

Air Reserve Technicians are part of the regular civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service. In addition, ARTs are required to maintain active membership in an Air Force Reserve unit so long as they occupy Air Reserve Technician positions. As members of reserve units, ARTs receive on average one weekend of military training per month. In addition, they 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.

This is a standing register used to fill potential positions at AFRC locations as vacancies occur. Some positions may have promotion potential to a higher grade than the grade being filled. Multiple vacancies may be filled from this announcement. The beginning and ending salaries may vary depending on location of position.

The first cut-off for this announcement is two (2) weeks from the opening date of this announcement. After the first cut off, the cut-off will be the 25th of each month.

Therefore, if we receive your application by midnight on the 25th of the month, you are eligible to go on the register the following month.

Some positions covered may or may not be obligated. Therefore, the selectee may be displaced by reassignment or reduction in force procedures at a later time should the previous incumbent exercise his/her reemployment rights.

Retired military are usually ineligible for membership in the Air Force Reserve. Retired military personnel who have active Air Force Reserve assignments may apply provided they show assignment (position and unit) on their application.

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Responsibilities

The primary purpose of this Air Reserve Technician (ART) Enlisted position is to serve as an Aircraft Survival and Flight Equipment Repairer in a flying squadron at an Air Force Reserve Unit. As such, the incumbent will:

• Inspect, test, troubleshoot, maintain, disassemble, repair, install, modify, store, issue, fit, and adjust aircrew flight equipment and chemical/biological defense equipment.

• Disassemble, assemble, inspect, fabricate, modify, alter, clean, repair, and pack aerospace components such as protective clothing and covers, upholstery, thermal radiation barriers, flotation equipment, emergency evacuation systems.

• Perform documentation and Quality Control Inspections (QCI) tasks.

• Perform operation and circuit checks of emergency signaling and communication devices such as survival radios and beacons.

• Provide aircrew flight equipment, egress, and water and land survival training by demonstrating proper usage and operation of equipment and related procedures to aircrew members.

Travel Required

Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.

Supervisory status

No

• Job family (Series)
  4818 Aircraft Survival Flight Equipment Repair

• Requirements

HelpRequirements Conditions of Employment

• Must be a United States Citizen

• Travel Expenses will not be paid

• Incentives will not be offered

• Disclosure of Political Appointments

• Preferred Military AFSC and Grade: 1P0X1

• Must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve military requirements

• Incumbent may be assigned some non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities.

• Position may require a background security investigation to determine suitability for employment and/or a security clearance.

• Some positions under this announcement may be testing designated positions (TDP).

• Incumbent may be subject to random drug testing.

• A valid drivers license may be required.

• Some positions under this announcement may be controlled positions cover by the Personal Reliability Program (PRP)

Qualifications

EXPERIENCE: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C; for additional information refer to the FWS qualifications link above. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for all trade and labor occupations, you must meet any minimum experience or training requirements per OPM qualifications standards 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 applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

Element 1: Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element).

Element 75-A: Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprinting reading)

Element 81: Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment

Element 2-E : Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.

Element 25-E:Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)

Element 96: Troubleshooting

Element 60: Use of Measuring Instruments

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

ARE YOU USING YOUR EDUCATION TO QUALIFY? You MUST provide transcripts to support your educational claims. Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.