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COMPOSITE FABRICATORDepartment of the Air ForceAir National Guard UnitsVermont Air National GuardOverview
##### Open & closing dates
10/19/2019 to 11/08/2019
##### Service
Excepted
##### Pay scale & grade
WG 6 - 10
##### Salary
$20.92 to $32.13 per hour
##### Appointment type
Temporary - Indefinite with the Potential of Becoming Permanent.
##### Work schedule
Full-TimeLocation1 vacancy in the following location:-South Burlington, VT 1 vacancyRelocation expenses reimbursedNoTelework eligibleNo- DutiesSummaryTHIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.This National Guard position is for a Composite Fabricator,
Position Description Number D2316000 and is part of the 158th
Maintenance Squadron of the Vermont Air National Guard.Learn more about this agencyResponsibilities
Performs repair and maintenance of LO coatings and structural
systems. Reviews maintenance work packages, identify areas to be
repaired, modified, or restored. Strictly complies with technical
order data, job guides, local maintenance procedures, and work
control documents. Removes specialized LO coatings utilizing weapon
system specific plan-form alignment procedures for each LO material
application.
Performs repair and maintenance of composite, advanced
composites, and thermoplastic aircraft structures using state of the
art materials, methods, and procedures. Inspects plastics, composite
and/or advanced composite materials for damage or deterioration.
Repairs, fabricates, modifies, removes, and installs plastic,
composite and or advanced composite items, parts assemblies, and
structures. Restores damaged structures to original level of
strength, durability and surface finish. Orients fiberglass, boron,
carbon, or aramid fiber plies during layup process to facilitate
proper repair.
Performs evaluations and maintains aircraft Radar Cross Section
(RCS) signature, ensuring aircraft signature integrity. Conducts
Outer Mold Line (OML) inspection of aircraft surfaces in accordance
with MAJCOM directed inspection intervals. Assesses damage to LO
coatings and structure's such as RAM, RAS, and other specialized LO
coatings and applications. Conducts inspections IAW MAJCOM
instructions and local maintenance procedures. Accurately identifies
and records LO system damage types, complex dimensions, and location
plots. Utilizes the Integrated Maintenance Information System (IMIS)
or Autonomous Logistics Information System (ALIS) and associated
hardware to precisely enter information into the Low Observable
Health Assessment System (LOHAS). Records RCS results and update
aircraft signature status following aircraft flights and after LO
coating/structural maintenance actions.
Performs repair, application, and maintenance of corrosion
preventatives and paints on aircraft, powered, and non-powered AGE.
Identifies metal corrosion. Performs necessary testing to identify
type of corrosion present by examination with magnifying equipment,
chemical and mechanical methods.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Travel RequiredOccasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.Supervisory statusNoPromotion Potential10
#### Job family (Series)
4352 Composite/Plastic Fabricating- RequirementsConditions 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.
Indefinite position with the potential of becoming permanent.
QualificationsMilitary Grade: Will be individually addressed up to E7.Compatible Military Assignments: 2A7X5SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE WG-06: Must have a minimum of 6 months of
specialized experiences in the inspection, repair, modification,
removal, installation, troubleshooting, and data documentation of
Low Observable (LO) signature systems and structures. The applicant
must have the competencies to work LO aircraft designs and
structures. Experienced in conducting testing procedures, prevention
of metal corrosion, and material failure. Skilled in applying RCS
signature reduction techniques and design elements and skilled in
the use of various complex tools and equipment. The applicant must
have the working knowledge of metal strength characteristics
(annealing, tempering, and normalizing); along with composite and LO
material characteristics, and experienced in selecting proper
materials for repair actions. Must have a working knowledge of
health hazards associated with maintenance and proper mitigation
procedures, such as decontamination and housekeeping. Skilled in
assembling and repairing aircraft parts and components using
specialized fasteners, classified adhesives and advanced composites.
The applicant must have the working knowledge of assigned computer
systems such as, IMIS, IMS, ALIS, SAS, and/or LOHAS used for
maintenance planning, technical instruction, and maintenance
documentation. Competent in identifying proper repair materials
using engineering drawings to ensure correct radar band frequency is
being mitigated. Skilled in verifying materials that match
engineering drawings using reflectometer probes. Experienced and
skilled in fabricating repair parts from RAM, cutting tools, and
adhering these parts to aircraft surfaces and fasteners using vacuum
bags, fixtures, and other pressure inducing processes. Skilled and
experienced in applying scrim (gauzelike) materials to RAM and
aircraft surfaces in preparation for RAM cover strip installation.
Experiences included installing RAM cover strips to panel and skin
gaps; applying RAM pastes to aircraft surface gaps, voids, and
gouges; sanding and skiving RAM and RAM pastes to required aircraft
contours; and, repairing LO treatments on polycarbonate
transparencies using edge sealing compounds, adhesives, primers, and
conductive films.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE WG-08: Must have a minimum of 12 months
of specialized experiences in the inspection, repair, modification,
removal, installation, troubleshooting, and data documentation of
Low Observable (LO) signature systems and structures. The applicant
must have the competencies to work LO aircraft designs and
structures. Experienced in conducting testing procedures, prevention
of metal corrosion, and material failure. Skilled in applying RCS
signature reduction techniques and design elements and skilled in
the use of various complex tools and equipment. The applicant must
have the working knowledge of metal strength characteristics
(annealing, tempering, and normalizing); along with composite and LO
material characteristics, and experienced in selecting proper
materials for repair actions. Must have a working knowledge of
health hazards associated with maintenance and proper mitigation
procedures, such as decontamination and housekeeping. Skilled in
assembling and repairing aircraft parts and components using
specialized fasteners, classified adhesives and advanced composites.
The applicant must have the working knowledge of assigned computer
systems such as, IMIS, IMS, ALIS, SAS, and/or LOHAS used for
maintenance planning, technical instruction, and maintenance
documentation. Competent in identifying proper repair materials
using engineering drawings to ensure correct radar band frequency is
being mitigated. Skilled in verifying materials that match
engineering drawings using reflectometer probes. Experienced and
skilled in fabricating repair parts from RAM, cutting tools, and
adhering these parts to aircraft surfaces and fasteners using vacuum
bags, fixtures, and other pressure inducing processes. Skilled and
experienced in applying scrim (gauzelike) materials to RAM and
aircraft surfaces in preparation for RAM cover strip installation.
Experiences included installing RAM cover strips to panel and skin
gaps; applying RAM pastes to aircraft surface gaps, voids, and
gouges; sanding and skiving RAM and RAM pastes to required aircraft
contours; and, repairing LO treatments on polycarbonate
transparencies using edge sealing compounds, adhesives, primers, and
conductive films.SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE WG-10: Must have a minimum of 18 months
of specialized experiences in the inspection, repair, modification,
removal, installation, troubleshooting, and data documentation of
aircraft Low Observable (LO) signature systems and structures. The
applicant must have the competencies to work LO aircraft designs and
structures. Experienced in conducting testing procedures, prevention
of metal corrosion, and material failure. Skilled in applying RCS
signature reduction techniques and design elements and skilled in
the use of various complex tools and equipment. The applicant must
have the working knowledge of metal strength characteristics
(annealing, tempering, and normalizing); along with composite and LO
material characteristics, and experienced in selecting proper
materials for repair actions. Must have a working knowledge of
health hazards associated with maintenance and proper mitigation
procedures, such as decontamination and housekeeping. Skilled in
assembling and repairing aircraft parts and components using
specialized fasteners, classified adhesives and advanced composites.
The applicant must have the working knowledge of assigned computer
systems such as, IMIS, IMS, ALIS, SAS, and/or LOHAS used for
maintenance planning, technical instruction, and maintenance
documentation. Competent in identifying proper repair materials
using engineering drawings to ensure correct radar band frequency is
being mitigated. Skilled in verifying materials that match
engineering drawings using reflectometer probes. Experienced and
skilled in fabricating repair parts from RAM, cutting tools, and
adhering these parts to aircraft surfaces and fasteners using vacuum
bags, fixtures, and other pressure inducing processes. Skilled and
experienced in applying scrim (gauzelike) materials to RAM and
aircraft surfaces in preparation for RAM cover strip installation.
Experiences included installing RAM cover strips to panel and skin
gaps; applying RAM pastes to aircraft surface gaps, voids, and
gouges; sanding and skiving RAM and RAM pastes to required aircraft
contours; and, repairing LO treatments on polycarbonate
transparencies using edge sealing compounds, adhesives, primers, and
conductive films.OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
-In order to be eligible, applicants must have a current military
status. Prior service or non-prior service applicants are not
eligible.
-Indefinite position with the potential of becoming permanent.
-Must complete the position's mandatory AFSC skill level technical
training school course within one year of employment.
-Applicants do not need to hold the AFSC in order to be eligible
apply.Please be advised:
Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications
for the announced position.
An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet the
specialized experience listed.
It must be documented with "from (mm/yy)" and "to (mm/yy)" dates
and description of the specialized experience.
If education or a degree is required as part of the "Specialized
Experience", you must include transcripts.
DO NOT copy the specialized experience qualifications word for word
and place into your resume; you must describe your personal
experience as it pertains to each statement.EducationThere are no specific educational requirements for this position.Additional informationIf 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
(https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).Vermont Air National Guard personnel who are bonus
recipients/student loan repayment program recipients may have their
benefits terminated and/or recouped if selected as a
Permanent/Indefinite Military Technician. Applicants should contact
the VTANG Incentive Manager at 802-660-5211 to determine any
possible termination and/or recoupment actions that may result from
accepting this position.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 Alternate Application.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou 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. 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):
Skilled in collecting and analyzing data effectively,
efficiently, and accurately.
Skilled in diagnosing and repairing mechanical concerns.
Knowledge of metal strength characteristics (annealing, tempering
and normalizing).
Knowledge of testing procedures, prevention of metal corrosion
and material failure.
Please be advised that the applicant rating will be evaluated on the
following occupational competencies:
Aircraft maintenance.
Attention to detail.
Technical competence.
Creative thinking.
Background checks and security clearanceSecurity clearanceSecretDrug test requiredNo- Required DocumentsTo apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application
Package which includes:1. Resume.2. AGO-VT Form 690-5, Military Experience and Education
Resume.
(All applicants, currently serving in the military, prior-service
and civilians MUST complete the name block and military affiliation
block of the AGO-VT Form 690-5 and sign and date the form).3. OF 306, Declaration of Federal Employment.Helpful Hints for Applying:
Ensure that your resume contains your full name, address and
phone.
Include details about the experience that relates to the position
you are applying for.
Be specific and always include Month and Year for the dates of
your experience.
Be sure to include your applicable military experience and explain
the duties of the MOS/AFSC held.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC. WE WILL
NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE. Please note that if,
after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a
determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and
or experience, your rating can and will be adjusted to more
accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for
this position.If you are using education to qualify for this position OR education
is a mandatory requirement to meet qualifications, YOU MUST submit
copies of college transcripts that identify each course, the college
or university, semester or quarter hours earned, grade and
grade-point received. Submitting a certificate or a degree will not
suffice. You must submit transcripts when required. Photocopies are
acceptable.If you have been or currently are a Federal Civil Service employee,
please submit a copy of your last Notification of Personnel Action,
Form SF-50 if applicable.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 schools accredited by accrediting
institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.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.- BenefitsA career with the U.S. Government provides employees with a
comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your
family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to
make your federal career very rewarding. Learn more about federal
benefits.Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
and whether your position is full-time, part-time, or intermittent.
Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific
benefits offered.- How to ApplyTo apply for this position, you must complete the online
application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation
specified in the Required Documents section below.A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST)
on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will
need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not
have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning
the application.Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting
documents to be included with your application package. You will
have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in
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complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem
appropriate and click to continue with the application
process.You will be taken to the online application which you must complete
in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application,
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applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application
Status will appear along with the date your application was last
updated. For information on what each Application Status means,
visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.Agency contact informationAmy AndersonPhone(802) [email protected] Maintenance Squadron Command
112 NCO Drive
South Burlington, VT 05403
USLearn more about this agencyNext stepsOnce your online application is submitted you will receive a
confirmation notification by email. Your application will be
evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your
eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you
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Vacancy caducado!