ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC Job in Westfield, MA

Vacancy No. MA-12743430-AF-25-104-018 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $36.70 to $42.81 Grade 10 to 10
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 6/4/2025 Close Date 7/4/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Westfield, MA


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC, Position Description Number PDD2575000 and is part of the MA ANG 104th FW, National Guard. This is a Bargaining Unit position. The unit point of contact and contact phone for this position is: SMSgt Vincent Rizzo, Comm: (413) 568-9151 x698-1600 or email at vincent.rizzo.2@us.af.mil.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Open to current members of the 104th FW. See details below for the 3-Tier areas of consideration in the qualifications section.

Duties

  1. Production Section is comprised of Precision Guided Munitions (PGM), Conventional Maintenance, Line-Delivery and Munitions Support Equipment Elements. Assembles/Disassembles, adjust configuration, performs maintenance/test & repair, handles and transports ammunition, rockets, unguided and guided weapons and countermeasures, demolition material, and other types of conventional ordnance such as 40MM, Cluster Bomb Units (CBU), Guided Bomb Units (GBU), general purpose bombs, aircraft canon ammunition, missile systems, decoys, countermeasures to include LUU series flares and dispensers for loading on aircraft based on Unit Committed Munitions List (UCML) and Wings training requirements. Independently troubleshoots electrical/mechanical faults of integrated systems by thoroughly analyzing operating trends. Perform Pre/Post Flight inspection and flight line return inspections. Assigns Weapon Stock Number (WSN) and records builds and teardowns of complete rounds in the accountable property system of record (APSR). Applies determined criteria utilizing fusing and arming systems; technical drawings; precision measuring tools and equipment; wiring diagrams; rigid specifications and close tolerances to examine ordnance systems using a variety of standard precision instruments, gauges and methods. Performs maintenance on electrical, pneumatic, and high pressure air tanks subsystems and assemblies. Configures Munitions Material Handling Equipment (MMHE) for mission support. Delivers in a safe configuration, MMHE/munitions between assembly/staging areas and aircraft parking ramps. Validates expenditure and movement documentation for munitions reconciliation and expenditure reporting. Performs and certifies, armament and support equipment serviceability inspections. Maintains and repairs MMHE for all work orders assigned to maintenance actions. Performs inspections on armament, support, and associated test equipment using a wide variety of processes and techniques. Troubleshoots electrical systems on support equipment for fault isolation IAW electrical wiring schematics, repairs/replaces as required. Repairs/rebuilds hydraulic braking systems and surge brake components on MMHE to include fabrication/bending/routing of brake lines. Prepares, maintains, and updates historical serviceability and maintenance records. Establishes and maintains bench stock and operational stock program. Interprets pilot deficiency reports for missile systems to independently establish repair procedures. Repairs, maintains, and tests functionality and interconnections of electromechanical servo systems, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electric motor systems in missile and decoy platforms. Documents PGM serviceability in enterprise wide database Tactical Munitions Reporting System (TMRS) for equipment specialist review and trend data analysis. Coordinates with Air Logistics Complex (ALC) Special Program Offices (SPO) with Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) reporting, software/mapping updates and deficiency reporting. (35%)

    2. Materiel Section is comprised of Operations, Inspections and Stockpile Management Elements. Manages allocations, stock levels, inventories, requisitions, and disposition of munitions. Validates, maintains, and provides security of accountable/auditable records. Ensures segregation of duties is maintained both physically and within the accountable property system of record (APSR). Manages excess munitions program. Coordinates scheduling of complete, custody, special munitions inventories and compiles inventory adjustment packages as required. Notifies the Munitions Accountable Systems Officer (MASO) and munitions supervision if information or data suggests mismatches, negligence, fraud, or theft involving munitions accountability. Implements forecasting and allocation procedures for munitions levels. Coordinates with the Munitions Inspection and Storage/ Handling Elements prior to requisitioning assets for inclusion in the Master Storage Plan. Establishes and maintains the munitions inspection program; approved marking, packaging, and seals; shelf and service life monitoring program; and certifies munitions residue for all munitions assets. Manages and maintains munitions storage area infrastructure and facilities, vehicles, and equipment to ensure mission support. Stores bulk stock and operationally configured or built-up munitions. Conducts and documents a 100-percent movement validation of all direct-input and remote-input physical movements against processed munitions transactions. Prepare and schedule munitions for shipment. Develops, maintains, and utilizes a Master Storage Plan. (30%)
Performs other duties as assigned.
The above duty description does not contain all details of the official position description. For more details, please contact the POC listed above.

Requirements

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.
  • 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.
  • Favorable background check is required.
  • Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire the appropriate SECRET clearance for this position.

Qualifications

Military Grades:
ENL: A1C to MSgt

Compatible Military Assignments:
AFSC: Open to 2W0s and any AFSC meeting AFECD Cross Training requirements.
*All applications will be considered regardless of Branch AFSC*

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Open to current members of the 104th FW. See Tiers below:

Tier 1 - Open to all current permanent full-time employees (Tenure 1 and 2 technicians and permanent AGRs) with the104 FW.

Tier 2 - Open to all eligible under Tier 1 (above), plus current temporary full-time employees (Tenure 3 and 0 technicians, and One Time Occasional Tour AGRs) with the104 FW.

Tier 3 - Open to all eligible under Tiers 1 and 2 (above), plus current members of the 104 FW Drill Status Guardsmen (DSG)

Positions will be advertised for a total of up to 30 calendar days under the following criteria:

(1) At the request of the Selecting Official, if applications are received from individuals who meet the qualifications of Tier 1 within the first 10 days, the posting will close, and an interview panel will be conducted.

(2) If conditions of Tier 1 are not satisfied, the posting will continue for another 10 days, and-at the request of the Selecting Official-close after that if applications meeting eligibility under either Tier 1 or Tier 2 are received, and an interview panel will be conducted.

(3) If conditions of Tier 1 or Tier 2 are not satisfied, the posting will continue for the remaining 10 days, for a total of 30 days.

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the 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 in the military grade listed in this announcement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a Massachusetts Air National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have experience, or training which has provided the candidate with the knowledge and application of mechanical and electrical principles and the skill to perform intricate repair and adjustment of hydraulic and pneumatic components and devices.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 18 months specialized experience or training in repairing, rebuilding, modifying and testing a variety of major subassemblies. Experience in diagnosing malfunctions and determining repair in major components consisting of numerous assemblies, interrelated electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, and hydraulic assemblies, and components. Experience in the use of precision measurement equipment. Experience interpreting and applying a variety of technical manuals and similar published materials.

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 months/years.

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.

Additional information

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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

MILITARY INCENTIVES - BONUSES AND STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM: If you are selected for this position, you may lose your eligibility for your National Guard Enlistment/Reenlistment Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program incentives. In order to avoid losing your incentive eligibility, you should check with your incentives manager prior to accepting an offer for the position.

For M-Day/Traditional personnel who are currently receiving incentives to include Bonuses and the Student Loan Repayment Program incentive, the following termination rule applies:

Incentive Termination without Recoupment:
If you accept an Active Guard Reserve (AGR) position or a Military Technician (Mil Tech) Permanent or Indefinite position after 25 February 2010 where membership in the National Guard is a condition of employment, your bonus will be terminated with no recoupment.

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Benefits

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. Once the application process is complete, a review of resume and supporting documentation will be made and compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine if you are qualified for this job. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position.

Required Documents

Resume must be submitted with the following information:

  • Your name and contact information.
  • Work Experience section of your resume must include:
    • Name of the organization you worked at.
    • Job title you held at the organization.
    • Start and end dates for the position (dates must have month and year).
    • Bulleted statements regarding duties you performed in the position. Be clear and concise in stating your duties, we will not make any assumptions regarding your experience. Your bulleted statements should reflect that you have the required specialized experience described in this announcement.
    • If your position was in the civil service, include the grade and series for the position.
    • If applicable, include TRADITIONAL GUARDSMEN experience. Enter your AFSC, bulleted statements of duties, and start and end dates (dates must have month and year).
  • Education and certificates if applicable. Include name of school, degree, or certificate, start and end dates.
  • Part-Time, unpaid, volunteer work if applicable. Include duties and responsibilities and start and end dates (dates must have month and year).
Unofficial Transcripts, if used to qualify (An official transcript may be required before being hired.)

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.

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/12743430

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

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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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Agency contact information

MA HRO STAFFING INBOX
Address
MA ANG 104th FW
175 Falcon Drive
Westfield, MA 01085-1482
US

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.


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