Duties
As an Aircraft Maintenance Supervisor with the Texas National Guard, your duties will include, but will not be limited to:
- Planning: Plans the overall allocation of personnel, funding and equipment resourcesto the organizational segments supervised to accomplish work operations which, because of theirscope, volume, complexity, operational tempo, and total force integration must be planned on aannual or longer basis. Because of the Total Force Mission integration with the USAF, keepsunit assigned Air National Guard mission aircraft in combat ready status and able to be fullyintegrated with USAF aircraft and missions upon activation and regular contingency operations,in addition to daily training and support missions. Plans work on an annual or multi year basis, toinclude: aircraft and aircraft system modifications (Time Change Technical Orders),maintenance equipment and facilities update and modernization, deployment and mobilityplanning, human resources and financial forecasting, recurring Air Force mandated inspectionrequirements, mission and weapons systems changes, contingency planning relating to carryingout the military mission of the wing, and the development of policies and procedures in theaccomplishment of the work. Significant but shorter requirements involve daily, weekly, andquarterly planning. Analyzes work plans developed by subordinate supervisors foraccomplishment of assigned directives. Determines status of work accomplished in relation tofuture demands, including unanticipated or emergency requirements mandating reallocation ofresources as required. Provides higher level management and/or leadership information on statusof work projects, budget estimates, changes in equipment, facilities, techniques etc. for missionplanning purposes . Evaluates potential impact of improved technologies on existing programsand practices and recommends proposed changes to cognizant authority. Participates fully withhigher level management and staff organizations in interpreting changing environmental requirements to include work techniques, specification changes, standard improvements, modifications to organizational structures, mission alignments and changes, equipment modernization, facility requirements and improved work flow processes.
- Work Direction: Coordinates and directs the work of units supervised. Assigns and explains work requirements to subordinate supervisors and sets deadlines. Balances workload for subordinate work groups. Promotes economical and efficient work operations. Analyzes production, cost and personnel utilization record and makes adjustment in operations to correct problems. Prepares and/or provides inputs to operating instructions and initiates work plans to be followed by subordinate workers in accomplishing critical or emergency work projects. Spotchecks work operations to assure production and quality standards are achieved. Coordinateswork operations with other organizations and functions. Encourages employees to achievemanagement goals.
- Administration: Recommends promotion or reassignment of subordinate supervisors and reviews personnel actions prepared by them. Makes formal appraisal of supervisors' work performance and reviews employee appraisals submitted by them. Determines long range and supervisory training needs for all levels of subordinates developing resource options, justifications and methods to accomplish training. Uses various management tools and computer technologies to ensure effective control of work activities. Chairs production meetings to set priorities in accomplishing the scheduled maintenance plan. Promotes and administers such programs as cost reduction, incentive awards, suggestions and quality assurance. Ensures that regulations governing safety and housekeeping are observed. Assures that subordinate supervisors carry out such programs as labor management and equal opportunity. Schedules and approves leave.
- Implements safety regulatory requirements. Ensures that subordinates wear appropriate safety equipment and follow pertinent safety precautions.
- Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises, and Operations Other Than War (OOTW). May berequired to perform such additional duties as structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescueduty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operation,maintenance of facilities and equipment or to serve as a team member on boards to cope withnatural disasters or civil emergencies.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Appointment Factor(s): This is an Excepted Service position that requires active membership in a compatible military assignment in the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and wear of the military uniform.
Areas of Consideration: Nationwide. This includes:
- All currently employed full-time permanent, indefinite and temporary personnel of the Texas Air National Guard,
- All current members of the Texas Air National Guard, and
- All individuals eligible for membership in the Texas Air National Guard.
Incentives: Acceptance of a military Federal technician position may result in termination and / or repayment of military incentives. Please check your contract and contact your servicing Education Services (Incentives) office or the Recruiting/Retention office.
Remarks:
- This is a supervisory position.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- This is a Non-Bargaining Unit position.
- Texas National Guard Membership is required.
- The Texas National Guard is an Equal Opportunity employer.
- Veterans' preference is not applicable to this position.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Direct deposit is mandatory.
Military Requirements:
Compatible Military Assignment (per UMD): Applicant must be Duty AFSC assigned to a compatible position in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations upon selection.
Compatible AFSC:2A090, 2A690, 2A691, 2A692, or 2A790
Military Grades: SMSgt/E-8 not to exceed CMSgt/E-9
Qualifications
Specialized Experience:
To qualify at the WS-14 grade level your resume must include relevant experience with beginning and ending dates of employment experience reflecting experience or training installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting parts, subassemblies and components, and functionally testing the various major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems on an aircraft during overhaul or modification. In addition to the journeyman level knowledge, experience demonstrating the ability to plan, direct, and organize work assignments of lower grade personnel. Experience which required the review of work requirements and establishing 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.
Benefits
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Eligibility 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 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. If you are found to be qualified, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12584971~
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 your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, 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, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
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Next steps
Once 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 will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.