Supervisory Equipment Specialist (Aircrew Training Devices)

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 serve as a first level supervisor, providing planning, directing, organizing, and exercising control over nonsupervisory employees assigned to Detachment 2, AMCAOS/Simulation Branch, responsible for simulator certification (SIMCERT) function for C-17A, KC-46, and KC-135 Aircrew Training Devices (ATD).

Major duties

Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of Detachment 2, AMCAOS/Simulation Branch, ensuring that Training Operations complies with legal and regulatory requirements and meets customer needs. Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Represents Detachment 2, AMCAOS/Simulation Branch with a variety of installation and functional area organizations.

Qualification

In order to qualify, you must meet the requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes: Working as a skilled mechanic or maintenance worker, sales or service engineer, or planner or estimator in a technical group dealing with manufacture, utilization, repair, or operation of equipment; Reviewing and applying technical specifications and requirements Analyzing equipment and forecasting spare parts requirements; Reading and interpreting engineering change orders, equipment requisitions, shop orders, and work orders; Analyzing contract specifications and examining pertinent equipment to determine if specifications are met; Analyzing or supervising maintenance, repair, or production operations to determine methods of improvement; Knowledge of principles, concepts, methodology, and DoD/FAA regulatory guidance related to flight simulator operation, maintenance, and certification; Knowledge of a wide range of aircrew training device maintenance concepts, principles, and practices of specific systems/equipment used to train AMC, AETC, AFRC and ANG crewmembers, and skill in applying this knowledge in the task of procuring, maintaining, and certifying training devices; plus knowledge of electronic engineering drawings, schematics, and blueprints pertaining to the circuitry and electromechanical components of ATDs; Knowledge of Equal Opportunity, safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures Understanding of the principles, standards and techniques of quality assurance as provided in military specifications, best commercial practices, and International Organization for Standard 9000 series publications; Knowledge of contract administration, specifically the interrelationships of the Statement of Work, Contract Data Requirements List, System Specification, Clauses, Attachments, etc. and their relationships to contractor written procedures, DoD/Air Force Instructions, Federal Acquisition Regulations, etc. 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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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: Knowledge of principles, concepts, methodology, and DoD/FAA regulatory guidance related to flight simulator operation, maintenance, and certification. Knowledge of a wide range of aircrew training device maintenance concepts, principles, and practices of specific systems/equipment used to train AMC, AETC, AFRC and ANG crewmembers, and skill in applying this knowledge in the task of procuring, maintaining, and certifying training devices; plus knowledge of electronic engineering drawings, schematics, and blueprints pertaining to the circuitry and electromechanical components of ATDs. Knowledge of Equal Opportunity, safety and security regulations, practices, and procedures. Understanding of the principles, standards and techniques of quality assurance as provided in military specifications, best commercial practices, and International Organization for Standard 9000 series publications. Knowledge of contract administration, specifically the interrelationships of the Statement of Work, Contract Data Requirements List, System Specification, Clauses, Attachments, etc. and their relationships to contractor written procedures, DoD/Air Force Instructions, Federal Acquisition Regulations, etc. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of an organization through subordinate supervisors. Ability to analyze, plan, and adjust work operations of one or more organizational segments to meet program requirements and objectives within available resources. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing. 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.

Evaluations

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience and education relate to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable. Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements. Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements. The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job. For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here. APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume. Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.