Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position, MUNITIONS MAINTENANCE MECHANIC TRAINING LEADER, WL-6501-11, is to ensure unit master training plan is accomplished for assigned personnel; prepare and maintain munitions and explosive items for use on test aircraft. Duty Title: Munitions Maintenance Mechanic Training Leader Responsibilities Lead a team of trades and/or labor workers. Perform nonsupervisory trades and/or labor work that is usually of the same kind and level as members of the work crew led. Lead and work with a team of civilian and military employees to provide munitions serviceability inspections required to maintain the munitions stockpile in a serviceable condition. Lead and work with a team of civilian and military employees to provide safe and timely delivery of conventional and precision-guided munitions and associated components to aircraft in support of Test Operations. Lead and work with a team of civilian and military employees to provide management controls for munitions assets, record munitions transactions, and manage allocations, stock levels, inventories, requisitions, and disposition of munitions. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-6500 Ammunition, Explosive, And Toxic Materials Work Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is: Ability To Lead Or Supervise. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair etc. Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (other than blueprints) Knowledge of Materials Dexterity and Safety 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 hours per week. 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. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Heavy lifting (80 lbs and over). Heavy lifting (45-79 lbs). Moderate lifting (15-44 lbs). Light lifting (under 15 lbs). Heavy carrying (45 lbs and over). Moderate carrying (15-44 lbs.). Light carrying (under 15 lbs). Hours of straight pulling are 8 hours/week. Hours of pushing are 8 hours/week. Reaching above shoulder. Hours of walking are 3 hours/day. Hours of standing are 7 hours/day. Hours of kneeling are 4 hours/week. Hours of repeated bending are 8 hours/week. Operation of truck, tractor, or motor vehicle. Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously. Depth perception. Ability to distinguish basic colors. Ability to distinguish shades of color. WORK ENVIRONMENT: Work is usually performed in an environmentally controlled area with exposure to drafts, noise, fumes, dirt, dust and grease. The employee will be required to frequent extreme temperatures outside numerous times a day. The employee is subject to exposure to high explosives, high-pressure pneumatic systems, severe heat, chemical irritations, shocks, bruises, cuts and strains. Safety equipment includes safety shoes, glasses, gloves, hearing protection, reflective belt and protective apron. LAUTENBERG AMENDMENT: This position may require: use firearms or ammunition; sell or dispose of firearms or ammunition; receive, possess, ship or transport firearms; or other duties, activities or responsibilities covered by the Gun Control Act. Selectee must have no convictions of a crime of domestic violence. Education Additional Information A BOLD SPIRIT. A PROUD HISTORY. Ad Inexplorata. It means "Toward the Unexplored." This motto defines the very spirit and history of Edwards Air Force Base, CA. It is where Capt. "Chuck" Yeager became the first human to break the sound barrier, where tomorrow's ambitious aviation breakthroughs continue to become reality and where talented civilian professionals experience truly unique careers. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. Incentives: Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used. Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here. 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