Description:
YOU WILL SERVE AS A SHEET METAL MECHANIC(ACFT) LEADER IN THE COMMANDING OFFICER, MRO PRODUCTION DEPTMENT, PRODUCTION LINES DIVISION OF FLEET READINESS CENTER SOUTHWEST.Requirements:
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 job elements and screen out listed below.
This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE
I have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex tasks including: 1) Carrying out work, guiding others, resolving problems and ensuring that all safety rules and procedures are followed; 2) Evaluating the depth of work required to satisfy technical directives and engineering instructions; 3) Coordinating work assignments with shop supervisor as they apply to scheduled aircraft deliveries; 4) Identify and comprehend the working characteristics of a wide variety of sheet metal and composites used in aircraft structures; 5) Use precision measuring instruments such as micrometers, ball gauges, calipers, and other hand measurement devices used to determine critical hole data such as diameter, tear out, edge distance and ligament; 6) Operating complicated shop tools and equipment, both hand and power, such as shears, brakes, rollers, saws, drills and grinders; 7) Interpreting blueprints, technical directives and incorporating various aircraft modifications. I am considered an expert and I am consulted by other employees in difficult situations. I work with a high degree of independence.
Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements
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.
Aug 4, 2025;
from:
usajobs.gov