Job summary

You will serve as a Lead Engineering Technician (Mechanical) in the Engineering Department, (Code 251 - Fire Protection Systems, Auxiliaries and Oil Pollution Abatement) of SOUTHWEST REGIONAL MAINTENANCE CENTER.

Major duties

You will serve as the technical Coordinator and lead subject matter expert for Auxiliaries and Pollution Abatement equipment with responsibility for functional checkout, test and inspection of major systems. You will conduct independent engineering studies, investigations, research and analysis for the solution of unusual or unprecedented engineering problems. You will coordinate background investigations and research into complex machinery equipment and system problems to enable ships to meet overhaul, operational or deployment commitments. You will provide expert repair guidance to include thorough risk analysis and repair options and advises the maintenance team of methods of solving problems based on analyses. You will ensure that the organization’s strategic plan, mission, vision and values are communicated to the team and integrated into the team’s strategies, goals, objectives, work plans and work products and services. You will monitor and report on the status and progress of work, reviewing completed work to see that the supervisor’s instructions on work priorities, methods, deadlines and quality have been met. You will provide technical assistance when requested, to include design, material support, installation, operational procedures, training, manning and tools. You will leads the team in identifying, distributing and balancing workload and tasks among employees in accordance with established workflow, skill level and or occupational specialization. You will provide assistance, oversight and authoritative technical or engineering guidance to ship repair facilities and Naval Shipyards in resolution of repair, overhaul, or testing problems.

Qualification

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the (GS-12) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: planning and coordinating mechanical engineering technical support and project guidance for ship inspection, repair and testing of major systems (e.g., Waste water, Sewage (CHT/VCHT), Oil Pollution Abatement (OPA), Oily Waste separator (OWS) and associated pumps, valves and piping distribution system) to maintain operational readiness. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Individual Occupational Requirement: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/0800/engineering-technical-series-0802/ Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following competencies: ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGEMENT ENGINEERING TECHNICAL TEST & EVALUATION MECHANICAL ORAL COMMUNICATION RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All qualifications requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.