Aircraft Engine Mechanic Supervisor

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command•Hill AFB, UT

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Propulsion Flight Chief, exercising technical and administrative supervision over subordinate supervisors and workers in accomplishing trades and labor propulsion work in an integrated environment, as well as to train reservists in the duties and responsibilities set forth herein. This position functions as the Civilian Work Center Supervisor (a secondary position supporting an AMC assigned Active Duty or Civilian Work Center Supervisor). Performs work planning and direction responsibilities. Plans on a quarterly or longer basis the overall use of personnel and other resources in a Propulsion Flight controlled through one or more levels of supervision. Performs administrative responsibilities. Participates with/through 2-3 levels of supervisors/employees involved in the maintenance production of primarily Aircraft Engine Mechanics at grade WG-10 in the development of performance plans. Ensures education in, compliance with, and practice of security directives, good safety, and health habits in all work areas. Ensures employees with access to classified information comply with security directives.

Requirements

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • A security clearance is required
  • PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations.
  • If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement.
  • More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
  • This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Position may be subject to random drug testing
  • Employee must maintain current certifications
  • Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
  • Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
  • May be required to fly in commercial or military aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments
  • An appropriate, valid driver’s license may be required for the position.
  • This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program.
  • Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
  • Employee must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
  • Ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision
  • Ability to Inspect
  • Ability to instruct
  • Ability to provide production support services
  • Knowledge of a wide range of principles, processes, and techniques of trade(s) and/or craft(s) supervised.
  • Knowledge of personnel management policies, practices, and procedures, including sexual harassment and Equal Employment Opportunity/Equal Employment Treatment.
  • Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
  • Knowledge in using and maintaining a variety of hand and power tools, equipment, and precision measuring and/or test equipment.
  • Knowledge in troubleshooting, inspecting, and/or tracing hard-to-locate defects or problems.
  • Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and technical specifications.
  • Ability to plan and organize work to include determining resources required to accomplish mission.
  • Ability to manage overall direction and coordination of subordinate work activities and functions and implement sound personnel policies, practices, and procedures through subordinate supervisors.
  • Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Comprehensive knowledge of assigned weapon systems including airframes, aircraft systems, and the interrelationship among systems and aircraft power plants, needed to make various operational checks and verify established performance limits.

Nice To Haves

  • Recruitment and relocation incentives and or superior quals may be authorized
  • Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.
  • Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
  • Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.
  • Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP.
  • Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant.
  • Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

  • Serve as a Propulsion Flight Chief, exercising technical and administrative supervision over subordinate supervisors and workers.
  • Accomplish trades and labor propulsion work in an integrated environment.
  • Train reservists in the duties and responsibilities set forth herein.
  • Perform work planning and direction responsibilities.
  • Plan on a quarterly or longer basis the overall use of personnel and other resources in a Propulsion Flight.
  • Perform administrative responsibilities.
  • Participate with/through 2-3 levels of supervisors/employees in the development of performance plans.
  • Ensure education in, compliance with, and practice of security directives, good safety, and health habits in all work areas.
  • Ensure employees with access to classified information comply with security directives.
  • Perform other related duties as assigned.

Benefits

  • A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
  • As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
  • Learn more about federal benefits .
  • Review our benefits
  • Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
  • Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
  • Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.
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