ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (Title 32)
Fort Smith, AR - USA
Job Summary
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (Title 32) Position Description Number Dand is part of the AR ANG 188 LGR SQ National Guard.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQURED- If you are not currently a member of any military service (Branch/Status) please provide a letter stating intent to join.
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.
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. Ensures utilization of storage capacity manages Net Explosive Weight (NEW) Quantity-Distance (QD) explosive compatibility security and preserves munitions assets.
DUTIES CONTINUED UNDER EDUCATION SECTION.
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.
Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing states National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership in the military grade listed below. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
Military Grades: Enlisted
- Minimum Military Grade: E-4/SrA
- Maximum Military Grade: E-6/TSgt
Compatible Military Assignments: Selectee must be a member of the Arkansas Air National Guard.
IMPORTANT NOTES (AS APPLICABLE): Upon selection for this position individual must possess or initiate a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation. A favorable determination based upon investigative results is mandatory for this position. Failure to meet these requirements will result in termination of employment. A pre-placement physical is required if not already current. Upon selection must complete mandatory Full-Time Support (FTS) Training at the Professional Education Center (PEC) within six months of assignment (if applicable training will be coordinated by the supervisor). Individual must meet all military requirements of the position without creating a grade inversion as determined by the Human Resources Office (HRO). Technicians will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor or wage leader (Grade Inversion). Enlisted members currently at a higher grade than allowed by the position (see Military Grade Requirement above) may apply; however they must administratively reduce prior to appointment and provide confirmation of the reduction to HRO.
ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS ARE LISTED UNDER ADDITIONAL INFORMATION.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
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:
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.
DUTIES CONTINUED.
3. The Systems Section is comprised of Munitions Control Combat Plans Mobility & Training and Plans & Scheduling Elements. Coordinates with munitions elements weapons expediter flight-line expediter maintenance activities and base support agencies to ensure effective flow of information scheduling and use of available resources. Reports statuses for the Nuclear Certified Equipment Program. Directs coordinates and monitors scheduled and unscheduled munitions maintenance operations in the appropriate automated system. Collects information on the status of all explosives operations makes proper notifications and directs actions to be taken in response to emergency and contingency actions. Develops maintains coordinates and integrates Emergency Action Checklists with outside agencies. Manages keys and high security lock program. Maintains maps of the storage area primary and alternate explosives routes and sited explosives locations. Schedules coordinates and maintains inspection results with outside agencies of all real property. Directs physical counts of flight-line munitions as necessary to resolve expenditure conflicts. Develops and administers combat plans mobility packages and training programs serving as a point of contact for maintenance planning forecasting and scheduling for live inert and dummy munitions non-powered munitions support equipment handling equipment and facility inspection requirements. Oversees munitions training programs implements training standards and develop local policies procedures and training plans for Munitions Supervision. Develops and maintains munitions portion of the Base Support Plan Expeditionary Site Plan and Munitions Employment Plan. Tracks work-order completion actions awaiting maintenance/parts and TCTO programs. Coordinate with Quality Assurance for review of all TCTOs mission critical list modifications retrofits and alterations. Authorize the performance of maintenance by assigning a job control number and initiating a work orders. Reviews aircraft time change requirements to maintain a quarterly rolling forecast and a weekly schedule to manage workload against available resources.
4. Maintains hazardous waste and material according to applicable directives. Coordinates commercial or organic movement hazardous material munitions or related assets through the Traffic Management Office.
5. Performs other duties as assigned.
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 (Register Selective Service System : Selective Service System ()).
REQUIREMENTS/CONDITIONS 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/maintain appropriate security clearance
Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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