AIRCRAFT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR with Security Clearance - Westfield, MA, United States - Department of the Air Force

Description

Duties (1)

Planning:
Plans the overall allocation of personnel and other resources to the organizational segments supervised to accomplish work operations which, because of their scope, volume, and complexity, must be planned on a yearly or longer basis
Analyzes the work plans developed by subordinate supervisors for accomplishment of assigned work orders and projects and the status of work being accomplished in relation to overall schedule requirements, including unanticipated or emergency requirements
Provides higher level managers and/or supervisors information on status of work projects, budget estimates, changes in equipment, facilities, techniques, etc
Participates fully with higher level management officials and staff organizations in studying and developing recommendations concerning changes in specification requirements, work techniques and standards; revisions of organizational structures, responsibilities, and relationships; and improvement or modernization of equipment, facility layout, and workflow
Participates in planning conferences and meetings
(2)

Work Direction:
Explains work requirements to subordinate levels of supervision, sets deadlines and sequence of operations
Coordinates and directs the work of units supervised
Balances work load for subordinate work groups
Analyzes production, cost and personnel utilization records and makes adjustment in operations to correct problems
Develops quality and quantity standards
Spot checks work operations to assure production and quality standards are met
Encourages employees to achieve goals
(3)

Administration:
Recommends promotion or reassignment of subordinate supervisors and reviews personnel actions prepared by them
Makes formal appraisal of supervisors' work performance and reviews employee appraisals submitted by them
Determines long-range training needs for all levels of subordinates, submits funding and budget requests with justification for approval, and arranges for the accomplishment of the training
Promotes and administers such programs as cost reduction, incentive awards, suggestions, and quality assurance
Ensures that regulations governing safety and housekeeping are observed with appropriate protective clothing and equipment being utilized
Assures that subordinate supervisors carry out such programs as labor-management and equal opportunity
Schedules and approves leave
Ensures that position descriptions are accurate and that position management principles are followed
Develops and establishes the internal procedures to be followed by subordinate supervisors to assure effective control and direction of the work activities, organizations, and personnel supervised
Assures that appropriate production reports and administrative records are maintained
Acts on personnel problems referred by subordinate supervisors
Hears and resolves grievances and ensures proper corrective action is taken
(5) Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and commandsupport exercises
May be required to perform such additional duties as structural fire fighting, aircraftfire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipmentoperation, maintenance of facilities and equipment, or to serve as a team member on boards to cope withnatural disasters or civil emergencies
(6) Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements Conditions of Employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED

If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Favorable background check is required.
• Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire the appropriate level security clearance for this position.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968

An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment

You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, the organization, and mission Qualifications Military Grades:


ENL:

SMSgt - CMSgt Compatible Military Assignments:

AFSC:
*All applications will be considered regardless of Branch AFSC*AREA OF CONSIDERATION :Open to current members of the Massachusetts Air National Guard

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED :
This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard
Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform
Acceptance of an excepted service position Constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment
Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement
If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a Massachusetts Army National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position


GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Must have experience, education or training which demonstrates that the candidate has the ability to organize assignments for subordinates, estimate material and manpower needed for specific jobs; able to explain manuals and work procedures; and to prepare production records, work records and reports


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least 36 months Experience or training installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting and functionally testing the various major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems on an aircraft during overhaul or modification
Experience coordinating the work of other mechanics, and scheduling maintenance to ensure completion of critical actions and optimum workflow
Must have the ability to instruct lower graded mechanics, military and other personnel in the disassembly and re-assembly of crash damaged engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulic components, and fuel controls sufficient for the exhibit to be returned to its shipping container
In addition to the journeyman level knowledge, experience which demonstrates the ability to plan, direct, and organize work assignments for lower grade personnel
Experience which required the review of work requirements and establish priorities to meet deadlines
Experience that provided knowledge of various lines of work performed by this function
Experience which demonstrates the ability to supervise or the potential to perform such duties as evidenced by the ability to communicate knowledge of general supervisory concepts, and knowledge of shop processes
Experience in adapting existing equipment and techniques to new situations
PART-


TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE :
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of months/years


VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE :

Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g.

, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social)
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience
Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( )
MILITARY INCENTIVES -BONUSES AND STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM : If you are selected for this position, you may lose your eligibility for your National Guard Enlistment/Reenlistment Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program incentives
In order to avoid losing your incentive eligibility, you should check with your incentives manager prior to accepting an offer for the position

For M-Day/Traditional personnel who are currently receiving incentives to include Bonuses and the Student Loan Repayment Program incentive, the following termination rule applies: Incentive Termination without Recoupment: If you accept an Active Guard Reserve (AGR) position or a Military Technician (Mil Tech) Permanent or Indefinite position after 25 February 2010 where membership in the National Guard is a condition of employment, your bonus will be terminated with no recoupment.

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