Job Overview

This position will be accepting candidate submissions until 26 November 2024.

NOTE: Must use MM/DD/YYYY date format for experience on resume.

The Information Directorate (RI), Logistics Readiness Branch (RIOLC) seeks to hire a DO-1670-01 Equipment Specialist to serve as an advisor to Researchers and Maintenance Program Managers in the maintenance and operations to support mission objectives.

• Coordinates with Maintenance Program Manager to ensure all applicable maintenance related functions are efficiently performed throughout AFRL/Rome Research Site.
• Collaborate with Maintenance Manager and QA as necessary to comply with AFRLI 61-101, AFI 21-101, and the Logistics Standardization and Evaluation Program (LSEP).
• Manage the Stock Control program for the directorate while overseeing appointed division representatives.
• Assist PM's and Researchers develop technical data manuals and maintenance schedules to meet the Rome Research Site (RRS) Maintenance Program objectives.
• As the subject-matter expert, will monitor day-to-day maintenance operations of contracted technician personnel assigned to Logistics Programs.
• Ensure maintenance documents are completed on approved forms and databases.
• Participates in special projects and initiatives to provide constructive technical guidance, formulate recommendations to supervisors and screen out training requirements associated with research maintenance operations.
• Will provide weekly/monthly slide presentation briefings to logistics management.
• Serves as Branch Safety representative.

Telework

Yes, this position is eligible for telework opportunities; as determined by agency policy

Remote Work (CONUS)

No, this position is not approved for remote work.

Required Qualifications

• United States Citizenship.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a security clearance.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service. See www.sss.gov.
• Experience that provides knowledge of the characteristics, uses, and properties of equipment that was gained through trades or crafts, engineering technicians, production control, inspection, or other related work.
• Working as a skilled mechanic or maintenance worker, sales or service engineer, or planner or estimator in a technical group dealing with manufacture, utilization, repair, or operation of equipment.
• Knowledge of, and skill in applying, a wide range of principles, concepts, and practices used in equipment maintenance which enables the employee to serve as a technical expert for relevant systems.
• Analyzing contract specifications and examining pertinent equipment to determine if specifications are met.
• Analyzing or supervising maintenance, repair, or production operations to determine methods of improvement.

Desired Qualifications

• Desire minimum of 5 years Logistics experience with preventative maintenance program.
• Minimum of 5 years experience with Test Measurement Diagnostic Equipment(TMDE) management.
• Skills in providing technical advice and training in terms or oral and written briefings, reports, and recommendations to Researchers, Lab Managers and equipment users; and in developing interpersonal relationships, maintaining good working relationships, and working cooperatively as a member of a team.
• Skills in analyzing and interpreting regulations, procedures, and techniques relating to maintenance equipment, technical manuals, and technical data; and in identifying and analyzing complex technical problems and developing innovative solutions.
• Specialized practical and theoretical knowledge of assigned systems/equipment for application to difficult and complex situations and problems that have no clear precedent in order to oversee and implement a program involving the identification and resolution of difficult issues or problems such as determining systems/equipment deficiencies and appropriate resolutions.

When uploading documents, please utilize the naming convention listed below. The Requisition Number for this announcement is 15254.

Resume: Req No_Last Name_First Name_Resume

Transcripts: Req No_Last Name_First Name_Transcripts

Acceptable file types: .doc,.docx,.pdf

(Requisition No. 15254)

Additional Information

See https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1600/equipment-services-series-1670/

Ability to provide technical advice to senior leaders and maintenance technicians on assigned systems/equipment.

Ability to provide guidance and training to users and maintainers of systems/equipment.

Series

1670

Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) employs approximately 11,500 military, civilian and contractor personnel, and manages a $7 billion portfolio of investments. The lab supports external customers and partners with industry while investing in basic research, applied research and advanced technology development. As one integrated lab, AFRL seamlessly supports the Science & Technology needs of two services: the Air Force and the Space Force.