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Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a Composite Fabricator, Position Description Number D23503000 and is part of the 158th Maintenance Squadron Command of the Vermont Air National Guard. The primary purpose of this position is to provide on/off aircraft equipment maintenance for the LO systems and structures. Responsibilities 1. Improves, modifies, fabricates, and designs repairs for low observable assemblies, sub-assemblies, and components ensuring proper weight to strength ratios are met and maintains structural and low observable integrity requirements including associated aircraft structural composites. 2. Performs a variety of extensive evaluations of weapons systems using a variety of complex tools and assessment equipment to assess that the proper radar cross section (RCS) signature according to the associated technical order data, mission requirements and other policy regulations, instructions, and guidance. Inspections will be done on weapons system structure, LO coating, and LO materials. 3. Performs repair, application, and maintenance of corrosion preventatives and paints on aircraft, powered, and non-powered AGE (aerospace ground equipment). Identifies metal corrosion. Performs necessary testing to identify type of corrosion present by examination with magnifying equipment, chemical and mechanical methods. Treats aircraft engines in accordance with applicable technical publications. Identifies, blends, stores, controls, and disposes of hazardous materials such as acids, caustics, alcohols, solvents, cleaners, primers and surface coatings used for corrosion removal, treatment and protection in accordance with applicable directives. 4. Collects, compiles, and records LO systems data for maintenance scheduling, statistical analysis, trending, and historical record. Performs data searches and reports findings as directed. Manages an array of related databases and spreadsheets to capture and catalog data elements for trending, information sharing working groups, and benchmarking. Responsible for documenting, obtaining, applying, securing, and protecting classified records, documents, hardware and software. Analyzes trends in deficiencies, provides engineers and other entities with devised repair procedures, performs prototype repair while providing instructions to other employees. 5. Performs other duties as assigned. REFER TO PD FOR FULL LIST OF DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1, 2 Area I: All current On-board Permanent and Indefinite Dual Status 32 and Title 5 (Competitive and Excepted) Technicians (Tenure: 1-Career, 2-Conditional, 3-Indefinite) - Only those Vermont National Guard members who are in permanent or indefinite technician status as a result of being competitively hired within that National Guard component applying for a position within the component which they are currently employed. Area II: All Members of the Vermont Air National Guard. Military Grade/Rank: will be individually addressed up to TSgt /E-6. Minimum Requirements: WG - Experience or training demonstrating very basic working knowledge of the properties and characteristics of a number of composite and plastic bonding agents, such as fiberglass, Kevlar, PVC, graphite, film adhesive, silicones, epoxies, etc. and Low Observable (LO) material characteristics; a very basic working knowledge of sheet metal theory, methods and practices; knowledge of very basic shop mathematics to calculate proportions and amount of materials required in repairing or modifying components; knowledge of and skill in the use of basic hand and powered tools common to the bonding operations as well as those utilized in the sheet metal trade; knowledge of health hazards associated with maintenance as well as proper mitigation procedures i.e. PPE, decontamination, and housekeeping; and ability to learn new skills and apply them to work in this series. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE WG-06: Must have a minimum of 6 months of Specialized Experience or training demonstrating a working knowledge of the properties and characteristics of a number of composite and plastic bonding agents, such as fiberglass, Kevlar, PVC, graphite, film adhesive, silicones, epoxies, etc. and LO material characteristics; working knowledge of sheet metal theory, methods and practices; knowledge of basic shop mathematics to calculate proportions and amount of materials required in repairing or modifying components; knowledge of and skill in the use of basic hand and powered tools common to the bonding operations as well as those utilized in the sheet metal trade; knowledge of health hazards associated with maintenance as well as proper mitigation procedures i.e. PPE, decontamination, and housekeeping; ability to examine parts and items to locate defects; estimate the amount of adhesive filler needed for a repair by approximating the depth, length, and width of the damaged area in inches and then estimating the amount of filler in grams; ability to repair irregularly shaped LO and composite materials that have been damaged; ability to bond LO material, composites, and metals. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE WG-08: Must have a minimum of 12 months of Specialized Experience or training demonstrating a working knowledge of the properties and characteristics of a number of composite and plastic bonding agents, such as fiberglass, Kevlar, PVC, graphite, film adhesive, silicones, epoxies, etc. and LO material characteristics; working knowledge of sheet metal theory, methods and practices; knowledge of basic shop mathematics to calculate proportions and amount of materials required in repairing or modifying components; knowledge of and skill in the use of basic hand and powered tools common to the bonding operations as well as those utilized in the sheet metal trade; knowledge of health hazards associated with maintenance as well as proper mitigation procedures i.e. PPE, decontamination, and housekeeping; ability to examine parts and items to locate defects; estimate the amount of adhesive filler needed for a repair by approximating the depth, length, and width of the damaged area in inches and then estimating the amount of filler in grams; ability to repair irregularly shaped LO and composite materials that have been damaged; ability to bond LO material, composites, and metals. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE WG-10: Must have a minimum of 18 months of Specialized Experience or training demonstrating a practical thorough knowledge of the newest substances to recommend and/or select materials for prototype and one-time items. Composite Fabricators have an extensive knowledge of the properties and machining characteristics of a variety of composite or plastic materials. Extensive practical knowledge of the LO theory and practices with a direct influence to RCS reduction. Knowledge in adapting shop practices, methods, and procedures for use in unorthodox processes to fit new projects. Knowledge in establishing manufacturing procedures for newly developed compound materials by experimenting with various manufacturing techniques, curing times, irregular curvatures (surfaces), temperatures, and pressure. Knowledge in manufacturing master patterns and molds with numerous compound curves and intersecting compound angles. Knowledge in applying mathematics to calculate loads, fits, sizes, and weights not provided in instructions and blueprints to overcome design flaws and lay out more complex items. Broad knowledge in interactions between like and dislike chemical and other low observable materials to provide a coherent bond line action. Quality of Experience: Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated based on duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): -knowledge of the newest substances to recommend and/or select materials for prototype and one-time items. Composite Fabricators have an extensive knowledge of the properties and machining characteristics of a variety of composite or plastic materials. -Extensive practical knowledge of the low observable theory and practices with a direct influence to RCS reduction. -Knowledge in adapting shop practices, methods, and procedures for use in unorthodox processes to fit new projects. -Knowledge in establishing manufacturing procedures for newly developed compound materials by experimenting with various manufacturing techniques, curing times, irregular curvatures (surfaces), temperatures, and pressure. -Knowledge in manufacturing master patterns and molds with numerous compound curves and intersecting compound angles. -Knowledge in applying mathematics to calculate loads, fits, sizes, and weights not provided in instructions and blueprints to overcome design flaws and lay out more complex items. Broad knowledge in interactions between like and dislike chemical and other low observable materials to provide a coherent bond line action. Please be advised: 1. Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position. 2. An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet the specialized experience listed. 3. It must be documented with "from (mm/yy)" and "to (mm/yy)" dates and description of the specialized experience. 4. If education or a degree is required as part of the "Specialized Experience", you must include transcripts. Do not copy the specialized experience qualifications word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal experience as it pertains to each statement. Education There are no specific educational requirements for this position. Additional Information 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 hours per week. 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. OTHER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT & NOTES: -This position is subject to the Lautenberg amendment to the gun control act of 1968 which makes it a felony for anyone who has been convicted of a misdemeanor crime of domestic violence to ship, transport, possess, or receive firearms or ammunition. Civilian personnel of the Department of the Defense are not exempt from this provision. 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. 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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). Vermont Air National Guard personnel who are bonus recipients/student loan repayment program recipients may have their benefits terminated and/or recouped if selected as a Permanent/Indefinite Military Technician. Applicants should contact the VTANG Incentive Manager at 802-660-5211 to determine any possible termination and/or recoupment actions that may result from accepting this position. Pre-Employment Physical Examinations: Individual selected must successfully complete a pre-employment physical examination in accordance with 5 CFR, Part 339 and Technician Personnel Regulation 355.