Job 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 is to perform highly technical aircraft maintenance evaluation, surveillance, and documentation of contractor-maintained T-1, T-38 and T-6 aircraft and support equipment maintenance activities.

Job Description

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT (cont) . The critical nature and scope of the work performed, coupled with the safety of flight implications relating to contractor provided services, establish the primary skills and knowledge required to be technical in nature and the inspector/quality assurance knowledge to be a secondary consideration. In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Series 1910. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-07, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes which includes experience that demonstrates demonstrate a practical knowledge in monitoring, controlling, or maintaining the quality of products or services in quality assurance, procurement, inspection, production, or related areas. Examples include: reviewing production activities and capabilities in light of contract quality requirements, reviewing written quality or inspection procedures for adequacy, and evaluating the implementation and effectiveness of quality/inspection systems, including sampling plans; analyzing quality data to detect unsatisfactory trends or weaknesses in the quality/inspection system; verifying by test or inspection, using sampling inspection or intensive product inspection techniques, that products comply with requirements prior to acceptance; identifying inadequacies and requesting corrective action; computing data, summarizing results, and preparing reports or charts depicting pertinent relationships using statistical methods; investigating customer complaints and deficiency reports, and providing identification of causes to appropriate authorities; reading, interpreting, and applying technical data such as blueprints, engineering drawings, product specifications, or technical manuals; reviewing and evaluating supply systems operations and procedures through periodic audits and surveillance inspections; knowledge of the principles, concepts and methodology of aircraft maintenance functions; knowledge of organizational structures and flight line operations is required to effectively evaluate the quality of aircraft maintenance, to identify deficiencies, to determine the source and cause of problems, and to recommend changes in operational and maintenance policies, processes and procedures is mandatory; in-depth aircraft maintenance technical knowledge of F-16 Integrated Avionics Systems and associated systems, flight line operations, support equipment, aerospace ground equipment, armament, weapons, and munitions; and knowledge of self-inspection programs, procedures and techniques. OR EDUCATION: Successfully completed master's or equivalent graduate degree or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.B. or J.D., if related with a Major study -- quality assurance, statistics, mathematics, production management, industrial management, computer science, engineering, engineering technology, physical sciences, textiles, or other fields related to the position. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-07 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-09 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. In-depth aircraft maintenance technical knowledge of aircraft associated systems and equipment. Ability to analyze deficiencies, prepare reports and present findings and recommendations. 2. Knowledge of the practices, procedures, responsibilities, and functions of each contractor maintenance department/work center. 3. Extensive knowledge of Maintenance Information Systems (MIS) to include the Integrated Maintenance Data System (IMDS), Defense Property Accountability System (DPAS) Maintenance and Utilization (M&U) module, and Quality Management System (QMS) is desirable. 4. Knowledge of self-inspection programs, procedures, and techniques. Ability to work with contractors, contract specialists, functional managers, and others to obtain support, cooperation, and compliance. 5. Knowledge of and ability to use specific software applications used by the Air Force to include Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, and Access. A qualified typist is not required. 6. Knowledge of contractor operations, aircraft safety requirements, tool control procedures, aerospace ground support equipment and technical orders used to review internal contractor operations. Extensive skill and knowledge in the use of surveillance checklists and a complete understanding of Air Force instructions and other aircraft maintenance related directives. Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume. 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.