SHEET METAL MECHANIC (AIRCRAFT) bei Department of the Navy

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Duties

You will interpret blueprints, technical manuals, and other instructions to plan your work.,You will inspect damaged aircraft structures to determine the most effective repair methods.,You will disassemble and remove sheet metal and composite structures from aircraft.,You will lay out, cut, bend, and form sheet metal to fabricate and repair aircraft parts.,You will perform structural modifications to aircraft based on engineering updates.,You will precisely drill, fit, and rivet new or repaired parts during assembly and installation.,You will operate a wide range of fabrication machinery, including press brakes, shears, and forming machines.,You will finish parts by deburring, filing, and smoothing surfaces, applying chemical treatments as needed.,You will inspect your completed work to ensure it meets all quality and safety specifications.,You will train and mentor other mechanics, sharing your expertise to support the team.

Qualifications

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. The Screen-out for this position is performing the following tasks: 1) Fabricating, modifying, and repairing aircraft sheet metal and composite structures by interpreting technical drawings, manuals, and other specifications. 2) Performing complex layouts and patterns to form, shape, and cut sheet metal using a variety of hand tools, power tools, and shop machinery (such as press brakes, rollers, and shears). 3) Assembling, installing, and aligning aircraft structural components, including drilling, fitting, and riveting parts to meet precise technical requirements. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification System for Trades and Labor Occupations (X-118C). Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-3800 You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer and part time experience. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.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.

Other Information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. Required to comply with FRC Tool Control Program, Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), Fall Protection, Heavy Metals, etc. Provides a Foreign Object Debris (FOD)-free, clean work area and adheres to. all safety policies and procedures. Eye protection is required in hazardous areas in the form of approved safety glasses with side shield, goggles and face shield.