Clarification from the agency

Current members of the Kansas Air National Guard.

As an ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC, WG-6641-10, you will provide munitions support to the state and designated agencies in support of their taskings. Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• KANSAS NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's 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.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance within one year of appointment

Qualifications

Military Grades: E1 through E6

Compatible Military Assignments: AFSC: 2W0X1
Must be willing and able to cross train into appropriate AFSC

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which has provided you with the knowledge to assemble, inspect, and repair components and devices associated with the assembly of munitions.


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which includes skill in all processes from disassembly through final test of the more complex equipment and multi-component devices which are composed of a number of interrelated electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, and pneumatic assemblies and components. Use sound judgment in conjunction with the most advanced trade practices in order to select and plan the proper work procedures. In some cases incumbent must revise or adapt current methods to comply with modifications not originally provided for. Skill and ability is required to use precision measuring and special test equipment to ensure dimensional accuracy and operating stability. In addition incumbents must measure and evaluate specific characteristics of the equipment, apply mathematical concepts and techniques, and independently interpret and apply requirements contained in a variety of technical modification publications, blueprints, schematics, technical manuals, etc. Working knowledge of the total ordnance system which is composed of a number of interrelated devices in order to make adjustments and alignments to the more complex assemblies and/or the total system. Independent judgments as to the best methods and techniques to complete the work. Ability to instruct and provide technical assistance to lower grade workers and to perform repairs at remote sites.

Physical Effort: There is frequent standing, bending, and working in tiring positions, although there is occasional sitting down at test consoles or workbenches. It is required to lift, push or pull a variety of items weighing up to 100 pounds or heavier weights with assistance.

Working Conditions: Works inside and outside; in inclement weather; on icy, wet, and slippery ramps and work stands; and in temperature and humidity extremes. Subject to dangers from exposure to toxic fumes, high pressure air and fluids, fast actuating metal aircraft surfaces such as landing gears, speed brakes, engine noise, heat blast, intake suction; explosive munitions; chemical munitions, electrical voltage, cartridge actuating devices; liquid oxygen, fire or explosion of aircraft fuels, lubricants, paints and solvents. Risk of cuts, bruises, scrapes, burns, respiratory irritation, explosions, and electrical shock. Wear of steel toed boots required, hearing, and eye protection is required.


PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work assignments require moderate to strenuous effort. The mechanic is required to climb, stoop, crawl, and stand for significant time periods. He/she is regularly required to lift parts and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds, occasionally lifting and carrying items to 50 pounds, with assistance as required.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in hanger areas, and on parking ramps, both inside and outside of the aircraft. Work areas are typically noisy. Work is carried out in weather extremes involving cold, wind, rain, snow, and heat. Work is often carried out in confined spaces and awkward positions. Dirt, dust, grease, and aircraft fluids are a common problem. Hazardous gasses and fluids such as Hydrozine, jet fuel, solvents, Halon, and the like are prevalent. Scaffolds, ladders, and aircraft surfaces can become slick and dangerous, resulting in cuts, bruises, falls, and strains. Incumbents are subject to injury from numerous moving parts such as flight control surfaces, loosened components, etc. Workers are exposed to hot exhaust blast and intake suction. Ramps are active and noisy, with vehicles, aircraft and support equipment moving constantly.

How you will be evaluated

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

PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC WHEN DESCRIBING YOUR EXPERIENCE. WE WILL NOT MAKE ASSUMPTIONS REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE.

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.

If you fail to properly upload ANY required document, your application will not be considered. Please carefully review which documents are required. Preview all uploaded documents to ensure you uploaded the CORRECT document.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. A COMPLETED RESUME IS REQUIRED: Your resume must show relevant experience, where you worked, job title, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words (do not plagiarize), employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2021, etc.), hours per week and salary. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade. Your detailed experience must be listed under each job title with starting and ending dates. Resume must show applicants name and contact information.

2. For current Federal employees: Provide the latest SF50, Personnel Action reflecting your current pay and position.

3. Enlisted applicants who hold a higher grade than advertised: Provide a statement of understanding with application indicating a willingness to be administratively reduced in grade to the highest grade advertised, if selected for the position.

YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DOCUMENT, IN YOUR APPLICATION PACKAGE, EVIDENCE THAT SUPPORTS YOUR ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATION/CERTIFICATION CLAIMS. You must upload the applicable documents with your application package. These documents will assist the staffing specialist in determining your eligibility and competency qualifications.

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