Aircraft Mechanic Supervisor

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command•Patrick AFB, FL

About The Position

This Air Reserve Technician (ART) position is part of the regular career civil service and includes the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service. The incumbent must also maintain active membership in the assigned Air Force Reserve unit and participate in an average of one weekend of military training per month. The role supervises subordinate workers on an assigned shift, enforcing schedules and directing work priorities across skilled mechanics, and trains reservists in the work performed. Regular assignments are ART duties, though some non-ART duties may be assigned, generally not exceeding 30 percent of total responsibilities. The work schedule is aligned to allow participation in unit training assemblies. The position requires the ability to meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements and obtain and maintain a Secret clearance. The employee is subject to drug testing, including random testing, and must maintain current certifications. Travel in commercial or military aircraft may be required for temporary or permanent duty assignments. Driving a motor vehicle may also be required, and a valid driver's license may be required for the position. The work involves heavy lifting, carrying, pulling, pushing, reaching, use of hands and fingers, walking, standing, crawling, kneeling, bending, climbing, and operation of vehicles or machinery. The environment includes indoor and outdoor work, intermittent and constant noise, electrical energy, slippery or uneven surfaces, moving machinery and vehicles, and close work with others.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen.
Must be a current member of the Air Force Reserve or willing and qualified to join, and must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
Must maintain current certifications and comply with drug testing requirements, including random testing.
Must demonstrate the ability to lead or supervise as an Aircraft Mechanic Supervisor and meet the OPM quality-level experience requirements for the WG-8800 Aircraft Overhaul Family.
Knowledge of principles, processes, and techniques of the supervised trades or crafts.
Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
Knowledge of personnel management policies and procedures, including sexual harassment and EEO/EOT.
Knowledge of the use and maintenance of hand and power tools, equipment, and precision measuring or test equipment.
Knowledge of troubleshooting, inspecting, and tracing difficult-to-locate defects or problems.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and technical specifications.
Ability to plan and organize work assignments and determine the resources needed to accomplish the mission.
Knowledge and practical application of MIS programs such as CAMS and GO-81.
Ability to implement sound personnel policies, practices, and procedures.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.
May be required to fly in commercial or military aircraft for duty assignments.
May be required to drive a motor vehicle; an appropriate, valid driver's license may be required.
Must meet the stated functional and vision, hearing, and color-discrimination requirements of the position.
Male applicants must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

Advance in hire may be authorized when supported by demonstrable proof on the resume.
Recruitment and/or relocation incentives may be authorized.

Responsibilities

Plan the use of workers, equipment, facilities, materials, and tools on a day-to-day or project-by-project basis.
Assign work to individuals and provide technical direction or assistance with difficult work steps and processes.
Provide guidance and continuous feedback on strengths and weaknesses.
Apply Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Equal Opportunity Treatment (EOT) principles to personnel management actions and decisions, ensuring personnel are treated without discrimination.
Ensure education in, compliance with, and practice of security directives and good safety and health habits in all work areas.
Administer reserve training and associated programs, maintaining consistent standards for traditional reservists and ARTs.
Train reservists in the assigned tasks.
Perform other related duties as assigned.