AIRCRAFT SURVIVAL FLIGHT EQUIPMENT REPAIRER - TITLE 32

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT SURVIVAL FLIGHT EQUIPMENT REPAIRER - TITLE 32, Position Description Number PDD1729000 and is part of the KY 123 AW, National Guard.

Duties

• As a AIRCRAFT SURVIVAL FLIGHT EQUIPMENT REPAIRER - TITLE 32, WG-4818-10, you will ensure all life support equipment meets strict airworthiness criteria and will sustain combat operations/readiness. Inspect, test, calibrate, certify, evaluate, troubleshoot, repair, replace, assemble, and disassemble aircrew life support equipment, aircrew chemical/biological defense equipment, and aircraft ejection/non-ejection systems. Clear Red X symbols on aircraft forms, aircraft/aircrew electronic communications equipment, and aircraft-oxygen related systems. Utilize complex state of the art diagnostic testers/systems/specialty tools to ensure systems are calibrated to Technical Orders and factory specifications. Conduct in-depth and quality control inspections to diagnose the nature and extent of equipment malfunction. Ensure material and equipment are properly stored, protected, and maintained IAW with safety, fire, security, and housekeeping regulations. Conduct classroom and technical instruction for all pilots, aircrew, passengers on systems and equipment. Incorporate Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) field instruction for pilots/aircrew members into all survival training. Plan, organize, develop, direct, implement, evaluate, and conduct SERE Training activities. Utilize, maintain, and update computer main frame programs/data bases to analyze, troubleshoot, schedule, and maintain inspection and accountability reports/documentation on all aircrew/aircraft life support and aircrew chemical-biological defense equipment. Maintain equipment management, control, accountability, supply accounts, supply tracking logs, and funding accounts. Order, maintain, and distribute Technical Orders. Inventory, inspect, and monitor Precision Maintenance Equipment Laboratory equipment. Maintain certification for handling, shipping, storing, and ordering multiple hazardous materials. Perform other duties as assigned. A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDD1729000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the KY HRO Staffing Section via email for additional information, [email protected].

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT: Experience which demonstrates knowledge of materials and equipment used in the line of work (helmets, torso harness assemblies, parachutes, survival equipment). Ability to understand written instructions and to use reference materials and manuals. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 18 months experience which demonstrates knowledge of aviation life support equipment. Experience reading and interpreting military manuals. Experience in supply procedures and property accountability. Experience collecting information and presenting it to various sized groups. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Resume must have complete dates, work schedule, and/or hours worked per week for both civilian and military employment. (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement, position description or others' resumes. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered.

Requirements

Military Grades: AB (E1) - TSgt E6) RANK REQUIREMENT: Member must provide in writing with their application package that they are willing to accept a reduction in rank in order to be qualified for this position, if applicable. Failure to do so will result in disqualification. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: You must maintain membership in the Kentucky National Guard. You must be assigned to a compatible military position. Wear of the military uniform. Position may require a pre-employment physical. May be subject to furlough actions. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Must obtain and maintain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation. Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate a military bonus. Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position. Must complete water and land survival schools. Must complete Life Support instructor course. Must complete aircraft accident reporting course. Must obtain and maintain materials handling license(s) for equipment utilized in the assignment. Must obtain and maintain Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA) certification.

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/13061970 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. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (http://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your 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: http://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.