Job Listing: AIRCRAFT WORKER SUPERVISOR/AIRCRAFT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR

Duty Locations

 many vacancies - Kunsan AFB, AP many vacancies - Davis Monthan AFB, AZ many vacancies - Los Angeles AFB, CA many vacancies - Otis ANGB, MA many vacancies - McGuire AFB, NJ many vacancies - Incirlik AFB, AE many vacancies - Izmir AB, AE many vacancies - Aviano AB, AE many vacancies - Lajes Field Azores, AE many vacancies - RAF Mildenhall UK, AE many vacancies - Ramstein AB, AE many vacancies - Spangdahlem AB, AE many vacancies - RAF Lakenheath UK, AE many vacancies - RAF Feltwell, AE many vacancies - RAF Molesworth, AE many vacancies - RAF Waterbeach, AE many vacancies - RAF Menwith Hill, AE many vacancies - RAF Alconbury, AE many vacancies - RAF Fairford, AE many vacancies - RAF Croughton, AE many vacancies - London, AE many vacancies - Geilenkirchen, AE many vacancies - Abu Dhabi, AE many vacancies - Brussels, AE many vacancies - Cairo, AE many vacancies - Hague, AE many vacancies - Kuwait, AE many vacancies - Paris, AE many vacancies - Poznan, AE many vacancies - Saudi, AE many vacancies - Stuttgart, AE many vacancies - Wiesbaden, AE many vacancies - Elmendorf AFB, AK many vacancies - Eielson AFB, AK many vacancies - Maxwell AFB, AL many vacancies - Anderson AFB, AP many vacancies - Kadena AFB, AP many vacancies - Misawa AB, AP many vacancies - Osan AB, AP many vacancies - Yokota AB, AP many vacancies - Little Rock AFB, AR many vacancies - Luke AFB, AZ many vacancies - Beale AFB, CA many vacancies - Travis AFB, CA many vacancies - Onizuka AS, CA many vacancies - Vandenberg AFB, CA many vacancies - March AFB, CA many vacancies - Cheyenne AFB, CO many vacancies - ARPC, CO many vacancies - Peterson AFB, CO many vacancies - Buckley ANG, CO many vacancies - USAF Academy, CO many vacancies - Schriever, CO many vacancies - Dover AFB, DE many vacancies - Homestead AFB, FL many vacancies - Eglin AFB, FL many vacancies - Tyndall AFB, FL many vacancies - Macdill AFB, FL many vacancies - Patrick AFB, FL many vacancies - Hurlburt Field, FL many vacancies - Moody AFB, GA many vacancies - Dobbins AFB, GA many vacancies - Hickam AFB, HI many vacancies - Mountain Home AFB, ID many vacancies - O Hare IAP ARS, IL many vacancies - Scott AFB, IL many vacancies - Grissom ARB, IN many vacancies - McConnell AFB, KS many vacancies - Barksdale AFB, LA many vacancies - New Orleans NAS, LA many vacancies - Hanscom AFB, MA many vacancies - Westover AFB, MA many vacancies - Westover ARB, MA many vacancies - Andrews AFB, MD many vacancies - Selfridge ANGB, MI many vacancies - Battle Creek, MI many vacancies - Minn St Paul IAP ARS, MN many vacancies - Whiteman AFB, MO many vacancies - Columbus AFB, MS many vacancies - Keesler AFB, MS many vacancies - Malmstrom AFB, MT many vacancies - Seymour Johnson, NC many vacancies - Pope AFB, NC many vacancies - Grand Forks, ND many vacancies - Minot AFB, ND many vacancies - Offutt AFB, NE many vacancies - Cannon AFB, NM many vacancies - Kirtland AFB, NM many vacancies - Holloman AFB, NM many vacancies - Nellis AFB, NV many vacancies - Niagara Fall AFB, NY many vacancies - Rome, NY many vacancies - Youngstown Warren, OH many vacancies - Altus AFB, OK many vacancies - Vance AFB, OK many vacancies - Portland AFB, OR many vacancies - Willow Grove ARS, PA many vacancies - Pittsburgh AFB, PA many vacancies - Charleston AFB, SC many vacancies - Shaw AFB, SC many vacancies - Ellsworth AFB, SD many vacancies - Arnold AFB, TN many vacancies - Sheppard AFB, TX many vacancies - NAS Joint Reserve Base, TX many vacancies - Dyess AFB, TX many vacancies - Reese AFB, TX many vacancies - Goodfellow AFB, TX many vacancies - Laughlin AFB, TX many vacancies - Brooks AFB, TX many vacancies - Randolph AFB, TX many vacancies - Lackland AFB, TX many vacancies - Throughout US, US many vacancies - Langley AFB, VA many vacancies - Arlington NGB, VA many vacancies - Fairchild AFB, WA many vacancies - McChord AFB, WA many vacancies - General Mitchell AFB, WI many vacancies - FE Warren AFB, WY many vacancies - Moron AB, AE many vacancies - Edwards AFB, CA

The mission of the United States Air Force is to deliver sovereign options for the defense of the United States of America and its global interests -- to fly and fight in Air, Space, and Cyberspace.

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 Non-Competitive External Announcement.

Use the following statement, only if applicable.

This is a standing register and will be used to fill anticipated vacancies through out the United States.  The beginning and ending salaries may vary depending on the location of the position.  Your resume will remain on file 90 days after the closing date: Saturday, May 10, 2008 for consideration.

This vacancy announcement may be used to fill permanent, term or temporary positions. Selection for a term or temporary position does not confer eligibility for a permanent position.

Management reserves the right to choose which eligibilities will be considered for each position. Candidates will receive a notice of rating, if referred or found not qualified for a specific specialty/grade and a disposition notice when the selection is made.

You are eligible under non-competitive external procedures if you meet one of the following criteria.  Definitions are listed under "Other Information".

Transfer

Reinstatement

ICTAP

30% Disabled Veterans:  http://www.usajobs.gov/EI3.asp

Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA)

Veterans' Recruitment Appointment (VRA)

Executive Order (EO) 12721

NAFI/AAFES

Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS)

Employment of People with Disabilities

Other Appointment Eligibilities 

http://www.opm.gov/employ/html/sroa2.asp#InterchangeAgreementsWithOtherMeritSystems

Military Spouse Preference for Overseas Employment

Family Member Preference for Overseas Employment

Excepted Service Family Member for Overseas Employment

Overseas Limited Appointee

Major Duties

WS-08
 
Perform work planning responsibilities. Plan use of workers, equipment, facilities, and materials on a daily or by project basis.  Adhere to work priorities, project schedules, resources, and detailed work plans established by higher level supervisors. Follow customary work cycles and sequences in planning work assignments.  Performs work direction responsibilities. Assign work to individuals and provides technical direction and/or help in accomplishing difficult work steps and processes. Observe work in progress to anticipate and resolve problems, reassign personnel within group supervised, and coordinates work among workers and other supervisors to maintain work progress to meet schedules.  Recommend changes to schedules, priorities, and work sequences as necessary and makes minor deviations in procedures or redirects resources under their control to overcome problems such as equipment failure, material delays, or unplanned absences. Performs work direction responsibilities.  Assign work to individuals and provides technical direction and/or help in accomplishing difficult work steps and processes.  Inspect completed work for quality and work order requirements.  Report possible or actual work delays to superiors.  Perform administrative responsibilities.  Participate with employees in the development of performance plans and recommends them to supervisors.  Advise employees of performance expectations and explains new work techniques, as required.  Provide proper guidance and direction, continuous feedback on strengths and weaknesses.  Investigates grievances and complaints, resolving them informally where possible, and notifies supervisors of those of sufficient importance or seriousness.  Recommends training based on needs assessment and mission requirements.  Apply Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Equal Opportunity Treatment (EOT) principles and requirements to all personnel management actions and decisions, and ensures all personnel are treated in a manner free of discrimination.  Takes positive action to implement affirmative action/EEO initiatives identified in the installation Affirmative Employment Plan.  Ensures education in, compliance with, and practice of security directives, good safety, and health habits in all work areas. 
 
WS-09
 
Perform work planning responsibilities.  Plans use of workers, equipment, facilities, and materials on a daily or by project basis.  Adheres to work priorities, project schedules, resources, and detailed work plans established by higher level supervisors.  Follows customary work cycles and sequences in planning work assignments.  Assigns work to individual workers through work orders, face-to-face meetings, and/or radio and telephone contacts. Observes work in progress to resolve problems and inspects completed work to assure that it meets work order requirements and established standards of quantity and quality. Tracks and reports progress on work assignments and requests authority to adjust worker assignments and to use overtime, equipment, and materials to meet schedules.  Recommends changes to schedules, priorities, and work sequences as necessary and makes minor deviations in procedures or redirects resources under their control to overcome problems such as equipment failure, material delays, or unplanned absences. Performs work direction responsibilities.  Assigns work to individuals and provides technical direction and/or help in accomplishing difficult work steps and processes.  Inspects completed work for quality and work order requirements.  Performs administrative responsibilities.  Apply Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Equal Opportunity Treatment (EOT) principles and requirements to all personnel management actions and decisions, and ensures all personnel are treated in a manner free of discrimination.  Maintain foreign object control, consolidated tool kit standard (CTK) and good housekeeping practices. May Perform Red X inspections
certification duties.  Maintains aircraft records and updates the Core Automated Maintenance System (CAMS).
 
WS-10
 
Exercise technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers in accomplishing trades and labor work.  Plan on a weekly or monthly basis the use of subordinate workers, equipment, facilities, and materials in an organizational segment or group.  Establish deadlines, priorities, and work sequences, and plans work assignments based on general work schedules, methods, and policies set by higher level supervisors.  Coordinate work with supporting or related work functions controlled by other supervisors.  Determine the number and types of workers needed to accomplish specific projects.  Assign work to individuals and provides technical direction and/or help in accomplishing difficult work steps and processes.  Investigates work related problems such as excessive costs or low productivity and determines causes.  Implement corrective actions within designated authority to resolve work problems.  Recommends solutions to staffing problems, engineering requirements, and work operations directed by other supervisors.  Trains employees in new work methods, operation of AGE and aircraft engines.  Enforces adherence to safety, housing and tool box security regulations.  Reports possible or actual work delays to superiors. Participates with employees in the development of performance plans.  Advises employees in advance of performance expectations and explains new work techniques, as required.  Provide proper guidance and direction, continuous feedback on strengths and weaknesses.  Appraises subordinate workers’ performance in accordance with regulations.  Rewards or uses corrective action, as needed, in performance management.  Restructure positions when necessary to achieve the most effective and economical utilization of personnel.  Plans and establishes overall leave schedule.   Applies Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Equal Opportunity Treatment (EOT) principles and requirements to all personnel management actions and decisions, and ensures all personnel are treated in a manner free of discrimination.  Ensure employees with access to classified information comply with security directives.  Reports all known security violations to the proper authority immediately when discovered.  Submits reports in accordance with reporting directives.  Ensures safety equipment and protective clothing/gear are worn when mandated by regulations.  Report any condition which might pose a hazard to safety or health to the appropriate authority as soon as possible after detection. 
 
WS-11
 
Assist the Aircraft Maintenance Division Chief by assuming functional control and responsibility for the successful management of flightline operations.  Establishes deadlines, priorities, work sequence plans, and week-to-week or month-to-month assignments and schedules.  Exercise functional control over aircraft maintenance and repair often requiring coordination and/or direction for the shifting of resources between branches.  Investigates work related problems such as excessive costs or low productivity and determines causes.  Apply Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Equal Opportunity Treatment (EOT) principles and requirements to all management decisions.  Coordinates with Operations activities, Supply Component Maintenance Division, etc, to establish maintenance support requirements.  Identifies trends (positive or negative) that could affect meeting repair schedules and directs actions to increase impact of positive trends and solve/resolve negative trends or problems.  Reviews and evaluates reports, technical order changes and other written material. Performs Red X inspection certification duties.  Ensures education in, compliance with, and practice of security directives, good safety, and health habits in all work areas.  Enforces safe operations during ground handling and in-shop work operations.  Established and maintains good working relationships.  Creates an atmosphere of partnership with customers properly reflecting AMO policies and procedures.
 
WS-12
 
Exercise second-level supervisory authority over the Sortie Support Branch which contains Inspections Docks, Tool Rooms, Fuels maintenance, Egress maintenance, and Post Dock functions and provides scheduled and unscheduled maintenance of aircraft.  Responsible for maintaining accurate aircraft status.  Supervises work directly to accomplish the work of a segment or group of the organization.  Determines the number and type of workers needed to accomplish specific tasks.  Re-directs individual workers and resources to accomplish unanticipated work.  Plan on a quarterly or longer basis the overall use of personnel and other resources in two or more separate organizational segments or groups controlled through one or more levels of supervision.  Supervises scheduled Periodic and ISO inspections, special inspections, repair, and maintenance operations for five different types of aircraft, each aircraft flying a different training syllabus.  Enforce strict adherence to technical data and management procedures.  Ensures all subordinate supervisors understand the importance of using current technical data and advocates the use of the Technical Order (TO) improvement program.  Monitors the status of non-mission capable (NMC) aircraft and MICAP conditions.  Oversees that deferred maintenance, back-ordered parts, and materiel deficiencies reporting are properly managed.  Ensure compliance with Air Force 91 series safety directives, appropriate Air Force occupational safety and health standards (AFOSH STD), and applicable industrial safety publications.  Perform Red X inspection certification duties.  Performs inspections on essential procedures to assure correct maintenance actions were completed. Ensure the complete and accurate documentation to Core Automated Management System (CAMS).  Apply Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Equal Opportunity Treatment (EOT) principles and requirements to all management decisions.  Establish and maintain good working relationships. 
 
WS-13 
Exercise third-level supervisory and managerial authorities over the Flight Line Branch that provides scheduled and unscheduled maintenance aircraft.  Determine resource requirements, materials, and the number of employees and the types of skill necessary to accomplish long range work schedules. Assigns and explains work requirements and operating instructions to subordinate supervisors and sets deadlines and establishes the sequence of work operations to be followed. Plans on a quarterly or longer basis the overall use of personnel and other resources in two or more separate organizational segments or groups controlled through one or more levels of supervision.  Position works in a fast paced aircraft maintenance environment with a goal of repairing aircraft within 2 ½ hours to no more than a few days. Enforce strict adherence to technical data and management procedures.  Ensures all subordinate supervisors understand the importance of using current technical data and advocates the use of the Technical Order (TO) improvement program.  Monitor the status of non-mission capable (NMC) aircraft and MICAP conditions.  Oversees that deferred maintenance, back-ordered parts, and materiel deficiencies reporting are properly managed. Ensures compliance with Air Force 91 series safety directives, appropriate Air Force occupational safety and health standards (AFOSH STD), and applicable industrial safety publications.  Performs Red X inspection certification duties.  Performs inspections on essential procedures to assure correct maintenance actions were completed. Ensures the complete and accurate documentation to Core Automated Management System (CAMS).  Establishes and maintains good working relationships.  Apply Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO)/Equal Opportunity Treatment (EOT) principles and requirements to all management decisions.  Establish and maintain good working relationships.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:  This position is currently a WS position.  Upon conversion to the national security personnel system (NSPS) this position may be converted to a corresponding NSPS pay banded position at which time pay may be negotiated in accordance with NSPS regulations.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes both of the following:

1.      Your responses to the Qualifications Questionnaire, and

2.      Your résumé and any other documents specified in the Required Documents section of this job announcement.

 

Use Application Manager for convenience and quickest processing. Track your progress to a Complete Application Package using the My Application Packages checklist and status displays.

 

Regardless of which method you choose (Option A or B) your application package status must be Complete in order to receive consideration.  Only complete applications will be considered as vacancies occur.

 

Option A:  Application Manager

To begin, choose one of these options:

·         If your résumé is going to come from the USAJOBS Resume Builder, begin the process by clicking the Apply Online button near the bottom of this page. Your résumé will be attached only to the Application Package you complete and submit immediately after you click the Apply Online button for this job announcement, not to any Application Packages you may already have created.

·         If your résumé is going to be one you prepared outside of USAJOBS Résumé Builder, click this link to begin the process:  Online QuestionnaireOnline Questionnaire.

 

If you are faxing any documents, always use the official cover sheet which you may print using this link, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf . The fax number is 478-757-3144

 

To return to Application Manager at any time, use whichever link you used to begin as described above, or simply go to https://ApplicationManager.org. If you are experiencing difficulty accessing Application Manager you may send an email to ApplicationManagerHelpDesk@opm.gov or visit the following web-site http://eshelp.opm.gov/robo/projects/appman001/getting_more_help.htm.

 

 

Option B:  Paper Qualifications Questionnaire

If it is not possible for you to use Application Manager, you can write your answers on paper.  Follow these steps:

1.      Print a copy of this job announcement so you can read the questions offline.

2.      Obtain and print a copy of the OPM Form 1203-FX, which you will use to provide your answers. You can obtain the form at this URL http://www.opm.gov/Forms/pdf_fill/OPM1203fx.pdf or by calling USAJOBS by Phone at (703) 724-1850; after the introduction, press 1, and listen for instructions.

3.      You may submit the Form 1203-FX, resume, and any supporting documents by fax.

·         By Fax: If you are faxing a Form 1203-FX, do not use a separate cover sheet. Simply make sure the Form 1203-FX is on top of any other documents you are faxing. If you are faxing any documents without the Form 1203-FX on top, always use the official cover sheet which is here -- http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf -- and be sure to fill it out completely and clearly.  The fax number is 1-478-757-3144.  Feed all documents into your fax machine top first so that we receive them right-side up.

Instructions for completing the paper Qualifications Questionnaire: 

If you are applying to this announcement by completing the OPM 1203-FX form instead of using the Online Qualifications Questionnaire method, you will need to print the vacancy announcement and refer to it as you answer the questions. You may omit any optional information; however, you must provide responses to all required questions. Be sure to double check your application before submission.  You are encouraged to complete the Qualifications Questionnaire and submit your documentation using the online method since it is the most efficient way to process your application. The method that we highly recommend is outlined under "OPTION A."  

Social Security Number

Enter your Social Security Number in the space indicated.

Your Social Security Number is requested under the authority of Executive Order 9397 to uniquely identify your records from those of other applicants who may have the same name. Failure to provide your Social Security Number on your application materials will result in your application not being processed.

Vacancy Identification Number

The Vacancy Identification Number is: KP160428

1. Title of Job

AIRCRAFT WORKER SUPERVISOR/AIRCRAFT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR

2. Biographic Data

3. E-Mail Address

In order to obtain a status of your application, you must provide an email address in the space provided: 
4. Work Information

5. Employment Availability

Please indicate your interest in employment by answering the following.
Were you ever a Federal Civilian Employee?
Are you currently a permanent Federal Civilian Employee?
Are you currently on leave without pay?
6. Citizenship

Are you a citizen of the United States?
7. Background Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.

8. Other Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.

9. Languages

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.

10. Lowest Grade

If not already selected, please indicate your lowest acceptable pay plan, grade level, or pay band:

080910111213
11. Miscellaneous Information

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.

12. Special Knowledge

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.

13. Test Location

If you are applying by the OPM Form 1203-FX, leave this section blank.

14. Veteran Preference Claim

15. Dates of Active Duty - Military Service

16. Availability Date

If other than immediate, please indicate the date that you are available to begin working: (MM/DD/YYYY)
17. Service Computation Date

If you have worked as a civilian for the federal government; please indicate your service computation date. Your service computation date (SCD) is the beginning point of your civilian service.
18. Other Date Information

Please indicate your date of arrival in foreign/oversea area (MM/DD/YYYY).

Please list your or your sponsor's estimated return from overseas (DEROS) date: (MM/DD/YYYY).

19. Job Preference

Which aircraft(s) have you worked on?

001 F-15C/D, F-15E/F002 F-16003 F-117004 F-22005 A/OA-10006 F-4, QF-4007 B-1008 B-2009 B-52010 E-3011 E-4B012 E-8C013 KC-10014 KC-135015 RC-135, WC-135, OC-135016 C-130, AC-130, HC-130, MC-130, WC-130017 C-17018 C-5A/B019 C-20020 C-21021 C-32022 C-37A023 C-40024 T-43025 T-1026 T-37027 T-38028 T-6029 HH-60030 HH-53031 UH-1032 CV-22033 U-2034 TR-1035 Test/developmental aircraft036 Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs)037 Other aircraft not listed
20. Occupational Specialties

The occupational specialty will be selected for you if there is only one, otherwise, select/enter at least one occupational specialty code for this position. The specialty code for this position is:

001 Aircraft Mechanic Supervisor
21. Geographic Availability

The geographic location code will be selected for you if there is only one, otherwise, select/enter at least one geographic location in which you are interested and will accept employment. The location code for this position is:

0001 Throughout US, US0010 Maxwell AFB, AL0016 Homestead AFB, FL0018 Eglin AFB, FL0019 Tyndall AFB, FL0027 Macdill AFB, FL0047 Moody AFB, GA0053 Columbus AFB, MS0066 Seymour Johnson, NC0068 Pope AFB, NC0078 Charleston AFB, SC0080 Sheppard AFB, TX0096 Arnold AFB, TN0121 O Hare IAP ARS, IL0139 Grissom ARB, IN0148 Patrick AFB, FL0170 McConnell AFB, KS0189 Selfridge ANGB, MI0197 Battle Creek, MI0207 Minn St Paul IAP ARS, MN0225 Scott AFB, IL0233 Whiteman AFB, MO0242 Offutt AFB, NE0254 Grand Forks, ND0256 Minot AFB, ND0259 Dobbins AFB, GA0263 Keesler AFB, MS0288 Ellsworth AFB, SD0304 General Mitchell AFB, WI0318 Luke AFB, AZ0327 Davis Monthan AFB, AZ0333 Little Rock AFB, AR0342 Cheyenne AFB, CO0343 ARPC, CO0369 Malmstrom AFB, MT0377 Altus AFB, OK0387 Cannon AFB, NM0397 Kirtland AFB, NM0401 Vance AFB, OK0418 NAS Joint Reserve Base, TX0428 Dyess AFB, TX0431 Reese AFB, TX0433 Goodfellow AFB, TX0437 Laughlin AFB, TX0440 Brooks AFB, TX0441 Randolph AFB, TX0442 Lackland AFB, TX0467 FE Warren AFB, WY0482 Dover AFB, DE0500 Hanscom AFB, MA0523 Niagara Fall AFB, NY0533 Willow Grove ARS, PA0537 Pittsburgh AFB, PA0559 Beale AFB, CA0580 Travis AFB, CA0584 Onizuka AS, CA0593 Vandenberg AFB, CA0595 Los Angeles AFB, CA0601 Langley AFB, VA0609 March AFB, CA0682 Anderson AFB, AP0686 Kadena AFB, AP0688 Kunsan AFB, AP0690 Peterson AFB, CO0705 McGuire AFB, NJ0713 Elmendorf AFB, AK0739 Eielson AFB, AK0763 Hickam AFB, HI0817 Westover AFB, MA0818 Westover ARB, MA0858 Otis ANGB, MA0993 Andrews AFB, MD1009 Arlington NGB, VA1087 Edwards AFB, CA1169 Mountain Home AFB, ID1183 Barksdale AFB, LA1263 Nellis AFB, NV1308 Holloman AFB, NM1352 Youngstown Warren, OH1371 Portland AFB, OR1464 Fairchild AFB, WA1485 McChord AFB, WA1504 Rome, NY1561 Incirlik AFB, AE1562 Izmir AB, AE1569 Aviano AB, AE2021 Shaw AFB, SC2046 Hurlburt Field, FL3005 Buckley ANG, CO3022 USAF Academy, CO3026 Schriever, CO3061 New Orleans NAS, LA5006 Moron AB, AE5007 Lajes Field Azores, AE5008 Misawa AB, AP5009 Osan AB, AP5010 RAF Mildenhall UK, AE5011 Ramstein AB, AE5012 Spangdahlem AB, AE5013 Yokota AB, AP5015 RAF Lakenheath UK, AE5016 RAF Feltwell, AE5017 RAF Molesworth, AE5018 RAF Waterbeach, AE5019 RAF Menwith Hill, AE5020 RAF Alconbury, AE5021 RAF Fairford, AE5022 RAF Croughton, AE5023 London, AE5024 Geilenkirchen, AE5025 Abu Dhabi, AE5026 Brussels, AE5027 Cairo, AE5028 Hague, AE5029 Kuwait, AE5030 Paris, AE5031 Poznan, AE5033 Saudi, AE5034 Stuttgart, AE5035 Wiesbaden, AE
22. Transition Assistance Plan

In this section indicate if you are a surplus or displaced Federal employee requesting special priority consideration under the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP).
23. Job Related Experience

Please indicate the amount of experience you have that is related to this position.

24. Personal Background Information

If you would like to claim Military Spouse Preference, please select the appropriate category for your sponsor and your relationship to them.
001 Sponsor Category: Active Duty002 Sponsor Category: DoD Civilian (Hired outside the local area)003 Sponsor Category: DoD Civilian (Hired Locally)004 Sponsor Category: Contractor Employed US Citizen005 Sponsor Category: None of the Above006 Relationship: Spouse007 Relationship: Child008 Relationship: Self009 Relationship: None of the Above
If you selected "None of the Above" for Relationship to Sponsor, please specify your relationship to the sponsor:
If you selected "None of the Above" for Sponsor Category, please specify the appropriate category of your sponsor:
25. Occupational/Assessment Questions:

The following section is used to determine your eligibility for appointment in the Federal Government. Please respond "Yes" or "No" to the following statements. FAILURE TO RESPOND TO THESE ITEMS WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING. NOTE: You must submit the required documentation to verify your eligibility as indicated below. Failure to provide the required documents will render you not eligible for consideration. See instructions under the "How to Apply" tab for submitting documentation.

A- Yes
B- No

1. Transfer- I am currently employed as a federal civilian at another agency on a competitive career or career-conditional position.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you MUST submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 documenting current or previous appointment AND you must submit a copy of an SF-50 that reflects your highest grade held on a permanent basis, along with your application/resume package.

2. Reinstatement- I was formerly employed as a federal civilian on a permanent competitive appointment, but I am not a current federal employee or I am a current permanent Air Force employee who is on LWOP and have no other non-competitive eligibility and wish to be considered for temporary or term positions.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you MUST submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 documenting current or previous appointment AND you must submit a copy of an SF-50 that reflects your highest grade held on a permanent basis, along with your application/resume package.

3. 30% Disabled Veteran- I am a disabled veteran who retired from active military service with a disability rating of 30 percent or more; or a disabled veteran rated by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) as having a compensable service-connected disability of 30 percent or more; AND my discharge was under conditions other than dishonorable.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you must submit a copy of your DD Form 214 [member 4 copy] documenting final military discharge, release or retirement and an official statement, dated 1991 or later, from the Dept of Veterans Affairs (VA), or from a branch of the Armed Forces, certifying that the veteran has a service-connected disability of 30% or more along with your application/resume package.

4. Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA)- I have never been a permanent federal civilian employee in the competitive service; however, I am a veteran who served substantially 3 or more years of continuous active duty in the military - OR - I am a preference eligible; AND my or the veteran's most recent discharge or release from active service was under honorable conditions.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you must submit copies of DD-214s and/or Terminal Leave documentation with a Statement of Service, along with any proof of any preference eligibility along with your application/resume package.

5. Veterans Recruitment Appointment (VRA) - I am a disabled veteran; or a veteran who served on active duty in the Armed Forces during a war declared by Congress, or in a campaign or expedition for which a campaign badge has been authorized; or a veteran who, while serving on active duty in the Armed Forces, participated in a military operation for which the Armed Forces Service Medal was awarded; or I have separated from active duty within the past 3 years; AND separated under honorable conditions.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you must submit copies of DD-214s and/or Terminal Leave documentation with a Statement of Service, along with any proof of any preference eligibility along with your application/resume package. Applicants eligible under the VRA appointing authority may be appointed to any grade level for which qualified up to GS-11 or equivalent.

6. Executive Order (EO) 12721- I was employed as a current or former appropriated fund Federal employee overseas while a family member of a Federal civilian employee, NAF employee, or family member of a uniformed service member officially assigned to an overseas area. I accumulated 52 weeks (or less if eligible under an authorized exception) of creditable service and received a fully successful or better performance rating AND returned to the U.S. from the overseas tour of duty within the last 3 years.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you must submit all the required documents as shown in this announcement under Step 3 under "Required Documents," along with your application/resume package.

7. Non-Appropriated Fund (NAF) - I am currently serving on a NAFI or Army Air Force Exchange Services (AAFES) position without time limitation, or I have been involuntarily separated from such an appointment without personal cause within the preceding year; AND, I have been serving or have served in such a position continuously for at least one year.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you MUST submit a copy of your most recent personnel action form and a prior personnel action form which will reflect at least one year of continuous service as a NAF/AAFES employee along with your application/resume package.

8. Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) - I am a federal civil service employee currently serving on a Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) appointment without time limitation, or I have been involuntarily separated from such an appointment within the last year.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you MUST submit a copy of your most recent career/career conditional SF-50 along with your application/resume package.

9. Other- I am currently on a permanent position which is equivalent to at least the (grade of the position) level (or higher) in the federal service; however, I am an employee for a federal agency which has an interchange agreement with the U.S. Office of Personnel Management, or with a federal agency covered under other special appointing authorities or agreements (e.g., TSA, U.S. Postal Service, FAA, etc.).
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you MUST submit a copy of your most recent career/career conditional SF-50, or equivalent employment document along with your application/resume package. Please go to the Job Summary section (under the Overview tab) in the vacancy announcement for additional information regarding this eligibility.

10. People with Disabilities- I have a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you MUST submit a certification statement from a state Vocational Rehabilitation Service (state or private), Department of Veterans Affairs, a licensed medical professional (e.g., a Physician or other medical professional duly certified by a State, the District of Columbia, or a U.S. territory, to practice medicine); or any Federal agency, State agency or agency of the District of Columbia or a U.S. territory that issues or provides disability benefits along with your application/resume package.

11. Military Spouse Preference for Overseas Employment- I am the spouse of an active duty military member (sponsor) of the US Armed Forces who accompanied my military sponsor on a permanent change of station (PCS) move.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you MUST submit a copy of PCS Orders, area clearance, or command sponsorship letter along with your application/resume package. If you are currently employed or were previously employed as a federal civilian on a permanent basis, you MUST also submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 AND a copy of an SF-50 that reflects your highest grade held on a permanent basis, along with your application/resume package. Additionally, verification of Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) status will be required for positions located in Japan and Korea.

12. Family Member Preference for Overseas Employment- I am the spouse or unmarried child (including stepchildren, adopted children, and foster children) not more than 23 years of age residing with a US citizen civilian employee (sponsor), who accompanied my civilian sponsor on a permanent change of station (PCS) move.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you MUST submit a copy of PCS Orders, area clearance, or command sponsorship letter along with your application/resume package. If you are currently employed or were previously employed as a federal civilian on a permanent basis, you MUST also submit a copy of your most recent SF-50 AND a copy of an SF-50 that reflects your highest grade held on a permanent basis, along with your application/resume package. Additionally, verification of Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) status will be required for positions located in Japan and Korea.

13. Excepted Service Family Member for Overseas Employment- I am the spouse or unmarried child (including stepchildren, adopted children, and foster children) not more than 23 years of age residing with a member (sponsor) of the US Armed Forces or a US citizen civilian employee (sponsor) of a US Government Agency including NAF activities whose duty station is in a foreign area.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you must submit a copy of PCS Orders along with your application/resume package. Additionally, verification of Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) status will be required for positions located in Japan and Korea.

14. Overseas Limited Appointee- I am a U.S. citizen without personal competitive status; employee on a temporary or term position; employee on an excepted service position who does not meet eligibility requirements for an interchange agreement; or am an applicant who has not worked for the Federal government.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you must not be eligible to apply under any other authorities and you must be a high school graduate who is 16 years or older. Additionally, verification of Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) status will be required for positions located in Japan and Korea.

15. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP)- I am a current or former federal employee displaced from a position in a Non-DoD federal agency (e.g., IRS, VA, Dept of Labor, etc.) in the same local commuting area of the vacancy. I have a current (or last) performance rating of record of at least fully successful or the equivalent. Applicants eligible under ICTAP are provided priority selection for vacancies within the local commuting area for which they apply and are well qualified.
NOTE: If you respond "yes" to this statement, you must submit copies of the appropriate documentation, such as a reduction in force (RIF) separation notice, a SF-50 reflecting your RIF separation, or a notice of proposed removal for declining a directed reassignment or transfer of function to another commuting area. You must also submit documentation to reflect your current (or last) performance rating of record.

The following section is used to determine your availability for appointments other than permanent. Please respond to the item below. Please respond "Yes" or "No" to the following statement.

A- Yes
B- No

16. I am willing to accept a Term appointment (13 months up to 4 years).

17. I am willing to accept a Temporary appointment (less than 1 year).

18. I am willing to accept an Intermittent/Seasonal appointment (undetermined work schedule/on-call).

This section will be used to identify candidates who are willing to accept Air Reserve Technician (ART) positions. Please respond "Yes" or "No" to the following statement.

A- Yes
B- No

19. Individuals selected for an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position must meet and maintain ART requirements. Applicants for ART positions must currently be a member of the Air Force Reserve or willing and eligible to join. Retired military personnel are not eligible for Air Reserve Technician positions unless currently assigned in an active Air Force Reserve position or a waiver has been obtained prior to self-nomination. Applicants must document on the resume, possession of a waiver. Prior to appointment, applicants must pass a physical examination and must be found physically qualified for admission to the Air Force Reserve. The Air Force has final responsibility for determining eligibility for admission to the Air Force Reserve.

I am willing to accept an ART position.

This section will be used to determine if you possess the experience or training needed to qualify for these WS-8852 positions. Respond to the item below. FAILURE TO RESPOND TO THIS ITEM WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING. YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT THE RESPONSES YOU SELECT.

20. From the descriptions below, choose the one letter beside the statement that best describes the highest level of experience or training that you possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform the duties of an Aircraft Mechanic Supervisor, WS-8852, at the WS-09, WS-10, WS-11, WS-12, WS-13, WS-14, and/or WS-15 level(s), without more than normal supervision. Select only one letter.

A. I have no experience or training as an Aircraft Mechanic or I have only completed vocational training as an Aircraft Mechanic or I have limited experience as an Aircraft Mechanic in removing, inspecting, cleaning, repairing, adjusting, and installing components and parts under close supervision.
B. I have experience as an Aircraft Mechanic performing routine maintenance and servicing of aircraft to include installing, adjusting, aligning, and troubleshooting, under normal supervision.
C. I have experience as an Aircraft Mechanic working independently with limited supervision. My experience involves performing complete aircraft overhauls to include: installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting and performing final functional and operational tests on assemblies and components on a variety of major aircraft systems Because of my expertise, I am often consulted by other workers and/or train, guide, or lead lower graded/lesser experienced employees.
D. I independently perform a full range of duties as an Aircraft Mechanic/ Aircraft Work Inspector/ Aircraft Repair Inspector to include overhauling, installing, aligning, and functionally testing various major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems, assemblies and components on a variety of major aircraft systems. Because of my expertise, I am often consulted by other workers and/or train, guide, or supervise lower graded/lesser experienced employees;
E. I have experience as an Aircraft Mechanic Supervisor, exercising technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers in accomplishing aircraft mechanic trade and craft work for a work shift.
F. I have experience as an Aircraft Mechanic Supervisor, exercising technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers in accomplishing aircraft mechanic trade and craft work for an organizational segment.
G. I have experience as an Aircraft Mechanic Supervisor, exercising technical and administrative supervision over subordinate supervisors and subordinate workers in accomplishing aircraft mechanic trade and craft work.

Technical Knowledge of Aircraft Worker - WG-08 Duties - Use as appropriate when level of work supervised is WG-8852-05/08

A- I know little or nothing about this.
B- I have had study or training in this.
C- I have used my knowledge or ability, but I have been closely supervised.
D- I have used my knowledge or ability on my own, under normal supervision.
E- I am consulted by other journeypersons in difficult situations, or I am called on to do unusually difficult jobs.

21. Remove major components of aircraft structure or systems such as control surfaces, fairing, access panels, doors, hatches, landing gear assemblies, engines, activator units, tubing, electrical wiring, and control cables.

22. Conduct conditional inspections including inspections for loose wiring on components, frayed insulation, chaffing, and damaged tubing during disassembly and reassembly operations.

23. Ensure noted defects are corrected.

24. Route components and parts to specialty shops as required.

25. Install, align, and adjust less complex aircraft systems, subsystems, assemblies and components such as ejection seats, nuclear shielding, or similar self-contained systems that have few adjustments and little interaction with other systems.

26. Perform repairs of limited complexity such as removing worn or damaged gaskets, pneudraulic lines, and couplings, fuel cells, cables, and pulleys.

27. Determine when parts and components may be cleaned and reinstalled, or must be replaced.

28. Locate and correct problems such as improper travel, or excessive friction or play between parts.

29. Perform post repair limited operational checks.

30. Perform troubleshooting on a variety of major aircraft systems, their assemblies, and components.

31. Determine the nature of trouble and extent of adjustment or repair required on a number of major aircraft systems such as airframe, landing gear, power plant, gear boxes, pumps, and hydraulic, pressurization, utility, fuel, oil, pneumatic, and flight control systems.

32. Determine when systems, assemblies, and components are operating properly; whether portions must be repaired or replaced; and the type of adjustment and alignment needed.

33. Disassemble, repair, and reassemble major aircraft systems, their assemblies, and components.

34. Complete major overhaul to routine maintenance and servicing of aircraft.

35. Install, align, and functionally and operationally test the various major and minor mechanical and pneumatic systems on the aircraft during overhaul or modification.

36. Sign off on work performed by others, clear safety of flight conditions (i.e., Red-X's), and release the aircraft to service.

37. Serve as crew chief of assigned aircraft, responsible for performing, coordinating, and/or overseeing maintenance on the aircraft.

38. Ensure total airworthiness of the assigned aircraft.

39. Troubleshoot and determine when the nature and scope of repair can be handled personally or should involve other trades, e.g., engine mechanics, electricians, electronics mechanics, or integrated systems mechanics; and coordinate work as necessary.

40. Check/review the work of aircraft mechanics and other trades to ensure completion.

41. Serve as the technical authority to advise on, examine, and approve all airframe, mechanical, electrical, and pneudraulic repairs to assigned aircraft.

42. Ground the aircraft when the severity of a malfunction warrants.

43. Release the aircraft to service after completion of repairs.

44. Perform aircraft inspections including preflight, postflight, phase, and other scheduled and unscheduled inspections.

45. Check all functional and support systems, assess pilot comments, operates the engine(s), and may run up and taxi the aircraft.

46. Determine what systems are malfunctioning; search repair directives, technical orders, and manuals to determine repairs needed; and either perform repairs or guide others in the performance of repairs.

47. Inspect major system components and parts for defects, serviceability, and proper installation using technical manuals and following appropriate maintenance procedures.

48. Conduct functional and operational tests of repairs/modifications to ensure proper operation.

49. Diagnose and identify probable locations of malfunctions from the cockpit during engine run-up.

50. Read data and settings from cockpit and instruments and gauges, referring to technical manuals, procedures, schematics, and other technical guidelines.

51. Debrief pilots to determine in-flight malfunctions and troubleshoots systems to correct defects.

52. Interpret and apply technical orders and specifications.

53. Use checklist for performing operational, functional, and quality checks.

54. Order component parts using parts catalog and manufacturer specifications.

55. Read and understand specific directions including disassembly, assembly and adjustment directions to replace control cables and pulleys, lace in fuel bladders and reinstall hydraulic lines, air ducts and inspection plates.

56. Exercise technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers in accomplishing trades and labor work in a segment of an organization, a group, or work shift.

57. Adhere to work priorities, project schedules, resources, and detailed work plans established by higher level supervisors.

58. Follow customary work cycles and sequences in planning work assignments.

59. Track and report progress on work assignments and request authority to adjust worker assignments and to use overtime, equipment, and materials to meet schedules.

60. Recommend changes to schedules, priorities, and work sequences as necessary.

61. Redirect resources to overcome problems such as equipment failure, material delays, or unplanned absences.

62. Plan on a daily weekly or monthly basis the use of subordinate workers, equipment, facilities, and materials in an organizational segment or group.

63. Establish deadlines, priorities, and work sequences.

64. Plan work assignments based on general work schedules, methods, and policies set by higher level supervisors.

65. Determine the number and types of workers needed to accomplish specific projects.

66. Redirect individual workers and resources to accomplish unanticipated work.

67. Maintain a balanced workload between subordinate work groups or individuals.

68. Instruct and direct sequence of operations and methods employed by subordinates.

69. Inform higher level supervisors of the need to revise work schedules and re-estimate labor and other resources.

70. Participate in meetings and discussions regarding initial planning of current and future work schedules, budget requests, staffing needs, estimates, and recommendations as to scheduling projected work.

71. Plan on a quarterly or longer basis the overall use of personnel and other resources in two or more separate organizational segments or groups controlled through one or more levels of supervision.

72. Determine resource requirements, materials, and the number of employees and the types of skill necessary to accomplish long range work schedules.

73. Allocate resources and distribute work to organizational segments or groups.

74. Analyze work plans developed by subordinate supervisory staff.

75. Monitor the status of subordinate supervisor's work in relation to the overall schedule requirements, including unanticipated or emergency requirements.

76. Provide information and advice to higher level supervisors, management officials, and staff organizations on feasibility of work assignments, budget estimates, and workload data.

77. Assist in developing or reviewing proposed long-range schedules and work requirements.

78. Participate with superiors in planning conferences and meetings.

79. Assign work to individuals and provide technical direction and/or help in accomplishing difficult work steps and processes.

80. Observe work in progress to anticipate and resolve problems.

81. Reassign personnel within group supervised to meet mission requirement.

82. Coordinate work among workers and other supervisors to maintain work progress to meet schedules.

83. Inspect completed work to ensure quality and work order requirements are met.

84. Report possible or actual work delays to superiors.

85. Investigate and determine causes of work related problems such as excessive costs or low productivity.

86. Implement corrective actions within designated authority to resolve work problems.

87. Recommend solutions to staffing problems, engineering requirements, and work operations.

88. Assign and explain work requirements and operating instructions to subordinate supervisors.

89. Set deadlines and establish the sequence of work operations to be followed.

90. Maintain balanced workloads by shifting assignments, workers, and other resources to achieve the most effective work operations.

91. Review and analyze work accomplishments, cost, and utilization of subordinates.

92. Anticipate and avoid possible problems by recommending corrective action to superiors.

93. Participate with management officials and/or engineering personnel to develop qualitative and/or quantitative work standards.

94. Review completed work and inspection reports to assure that standards are met.

95. Coordinate work operations with supervisors of other organizations and functions.

96. Participate with employees in the development of performance plans.

97. Advise employees in advance of performance expectations.

98. Provide continuous feedback on strengths and weaknesses.

99. Appraise subordinate workers' performance in accordance with regulations.

100. Explain classification determinations to subordinate employees.

101. Investigate grievances and complaints.

102. Resolve grievances and complaints.

103. Maintain records.

104. Assist in planning overall leave schedule.

105. Recommend appropriate recognition and corrective action, as needed, in performance management.

106. Recommend the most suitable applicants for vacant positions.

107. Recommends training based on needs assessment and mission requirements.

108. Reward or use corrective action, as needed, in performance management.

109. Restructure positions when necessary.

110. Plan and establish overall leave schedule.

111. Determine training needs of employees.

112. Assure that subordinate supervisors effectively carry out policies to achieve management objectives.

113. Review personnel actions of subordinate supervisors.

114. Review performance appraisals initiated by subordinate supervisors.

115. Serve as a management representative at hearings, meetings, and negotiations involving labor management relations.

116. Ensure education in, compliance with, and practice of security directives, good safety, and health habits in all work areas.

117. Ensure employees with access to classified information comply with security directives.

118. Ensure safety equipment and protective clothing/gear are worn when mandated by regulations.

119. Report any condition which might pose a hazard to safety or health to the appropriate authority as soon as possible after detection.

Required Documents:

For this job announcement the following documents are required:  

Online Application (Questionnaire)
Resume 
DD-214, a copy which includes record of service, type of separation, and character of service: or Statement of Service
If you are faxing any documents, always use the official cover sheet which you may print using this link, http://staffing.opm.gov/pdf/usascover.pdf . The fax number is 478-757-3144

All supporting documentation must be submitted at the time of self-nomination or applicants will receive an ineligible rating.

TO BE CONSIDERED UNDER NON-COMPETITIVE EXTERNAL PROCEDURES, YOU MUST SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING FORMS:

Current/Former Federal Employees:

Most current SF-50 Documenting Competitive Status or Separation SF-50

ICTAP Eligibles:

RIF Separation Notice
Most current performance rating of at least fully successful or the equivalent

Veterans:

DD-214, a copy which includes record of service, type of separation, and character of service: or Statement of Service
SF-15 claiming 10-pt preference (10-pt preference eligibles only)
Official Statement from Dept of Veterans Affairs (VA) dated 1 January 1992 or later certifying service connected disability (Service Connected Disability eligibles only)

All Others:

Documentation demonstrating proof of eligibility

Your resume, curriculum vitae, or any other written format you choose to describe your job-related qualifications can be submitted electronically through the Application Manager.  Electronic submission is the quickest and easiest option. Please ensure that all submitted documents contain your full name, address, phone and at least your last four digits of your social security number.

Note: Please ensure that your resume contains the basic information outlined under the Applying for a Federal Job link: http://www.opm.gov/forms/pdfimage/of0510.pdf 

 

 

Contact Information:
Recruitment Service Center

Phone: (800)616-3775

Email: recruitment.center@randolph.af.mil


Or write:
Air Force Personnel Center
Do Not Mail Application
Please Fax
Randolph AFB, TX 78150


What To Expect Next:

Once the online questionnaire is received you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made you will be notified of referral to the hiring official.  If further evaluation or interviews are required you will be contacted.