Engineering Technician (Radiographer)

Naval Air Systems Command•China Lake, CA

20d

About The Position

This is a public notice flyer for anticipated vacancies; applications will not be accepted through the flyer, and there may or may not be vacancies filled. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the “How to Apply” section. The position works in a team environment for the Ordnance Test and Evaluation Division, performing nondestructive testing, equipment and facility maintenance, and other assigned tasks. The technician leads radiographic operations, including x-raying ordnance and energetic items, analyzing imaging data, and ensuring safety compliance. The role also involves collaborating with engineers and scientists, providing technical guidance, maintaining radiographic equipment, contributing to SOPs for current tests and operations, and supporting integration of future test procedures. The technician interprets x-ray images and documents results, safely conducts explosive and industrial operations, follows test procedures, monitors test setups, and reports to team leads, project engineers, and customers. The position may require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites, and extended travel on military and commercial aircraft.

Requirements

Must be a U.S. citizen and determined suitable for federal employment.
Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass E-Verify employment verification.
Males born after 12-31-1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Must obtain and maintain a current forklift license, current ordnance certifications, and current Level 2 radiographer certification.
Must successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination and pre-employment drug test; the position is subject to random drug testing.
Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entrance on duty.
Must have at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to GS-07 or DT-02, including experience capturing technical, industrial, or scientific imagery using professional still photography, HD video, and/or high-speed videography equipment; setting up remote camera triggering, camera control systems, and equipment protection in testing environments; using post-production software to process, analyze, and edit photographic data into finished technical data packages; and performing routine equipment maintenance and assisting with installation of video, surveillance, or basic network communication systems for field testing operations.
Must be able to travel from the normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS locations, potentially including remote or isolated sites, and travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods.
Retired military members appointed to a DoD civilian position within 180 days of retirement are subject to the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 3326.

Nice To Haves

Applicants may substitute two full years of directly related graduate education or a directly related master's degree for the required experience, if the education demonstrates the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities.
Volunteer experience, including qualifying National Service program experience, may count toward relevant experience.

Responsibilities

Lead radiographic operations, including x-raying ordnance and energetic items.
Analyze imaging data and ensure compliance with safety protocols.
Collaborate with engineers and scientists and provide technical guidance.
Maintain radiographic equipment.
Provide input to SOPs for current tests and operations and support integration of future test procedures.
Interpret x-ray images and document results.
Safely conduct explosive and industrial operations in accordance with test procedures.
Monitor test setups and provide reports to team leads, project engineers, and customers.
Perform nondestructive testing, equipment and facility maintenance, and other assigned tasks.