MUNITIONS OPERATOR (GUIDED MISSILES)

Duties
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• Skilled in machine vision, electronics, PLCs, and mechanical systems.
• Maintain MLRS facility systems and subsystems.
• Interpret and follows drawings, schematics, and technical manuals.
• Maintain and tests systems and electronics to ensure proper operation.
• Utilize specialized tool for setting references points on conveyors.
• Perform electrical tests with a multimeter.
• Operate and evaluates advanced systems independently.
• Operate and maintain facility using SOPs and specialized equipment.
• Operate MLRS systems and handles materials safely.
• Troubleshoot and repair system/component faults.
• Wear protective clothing and respirators for pollution system maintenance.
• Maintain and test systems for proper operation.

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Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• This position is subject to the Lautenberg amendment to the gun control act of 1968 which makes it a felony for anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence to ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms or ammunition.
• Civilian personnel of the Department of the Defense are not exempt from this provision. Therefore, as a condition of employment, selectee will be required to sign a form acknowledging understanding of this provision.
• This position requires the incumbent to satisfactorily complete and pass the annual Medical Examination administered by the Anniston Army Depot.
• This position requires the incumbent to successfully meet and maintain the requirements of the Physical Security of Arms, Ammunitions and Explosives (AAE) IAW AR 190-11.
• This position requires the incumbent to meet the requirements of AMC-R 350-4, Training and Certification Program for Personnel Working in Ammunition Operations.
• This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain a forklift, tow motor, overhead crane, and/or motor vehicle license capable of carrying loads weighing less than four tons.
• This position requires the incumbent to obtain certification for Staubli Robot maintenance (RX series).
• This position requires the incumbent to obtain and maintain Qualified Electrical Worker (with CPR) certification.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities.

• Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
• Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
• Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
• Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
• Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
• Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
• Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
• Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an MUNITIONS OPERATOR (GUIDED MISSILES) without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common tasks including performing electrical test using computerized equipment; normal maintenance on a variety of missiles; and inspecting a variety of solid propellant guided missiles such as hellfire, dragon, copperhead, ect. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Ability to Do the Work of the Position without More Than Normal Supervision
• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Other Than Blueprint Reading)
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.
• Knowledge of Materials
• Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)
• Use of Measuring Instruments

• Physical Effort: Moderate physical exertion is required. Work requires lifting and carrying items (tools, equipment parts and components) from 10 to 40 pounds (and occasionally items weighing up to 50 pounds- require a pre-employment physical). Work can require large amounts of walking (five to ten miles) between controls areas and equipment bays. Operators are required to bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods of time to work around the equipment during operations and troubleshooting activities.Workspace is limited in many instances requiring operators to be in awkward positions for periods of time. Work requires going up and down steps and on elevated structures (12 to 14 feet high).
• Working Conditions: Work is generally performed inside well lighted, climate-controlled buildings. Work is also performed outside with exposure to weather extremes. Work includes donning full protective clothing (Tyvek and full face/half mask respirators) when performing pollution abatement system maintenance. Operators subject to profuse perspiration and extreme fatigue when working in protective clothing. Operators are subject to injuries such as cuts, bruises and burns while performing equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. Operators are exposed to high heat situations from the energetics thermal treatment equipment. Protective clothing for high heat equipment is required. Operators are subject to broken bones and injuries from falls when climbing steps and working on elevated structures. Operators are required to wear fall protection harnesses in some situations. Operators are exposed to electrical shock and burns. Arc rated protective clothing is required for electrical work.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.
• This is a(n) Logistics Career Field position.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
• Salary includes applicable Local Market Supplement.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.