Duties

Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list
As a Unmanned Aircraft System Quality Assurance Specialist (TEMP) (Title 32), GS-1910-11, you will:

• Responsible for the integration process to determine a new maintainer's proficiency and corresponding maintainer designation.
• Oversees the initial integration counseling event that includes but is not limited to the Aircrew Maintenance Training Program (AMTP), hangar orientation, local area orientation, basic expectations, and TUASOF responsibilities.
• Executes and manages the Commanders Aviation Maintenance Training Program and the Commanders Aviation and Standardization Program for UAS Crewmembers.
• Trains and evaluates all UAS Air Crew Member (ACM) for the Crew Chief Training Program (CCTP).Responsible for progression, currency and sustainment of ACM's.
• Develops Critical Task List (CTL) for Army Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) in supported units.
• Ensures all tasks on the CTL's are up to date and in line with current equipment and Unit Mission Essential Task List (METL).
• Serves as the primary AMTP trainer and evaluator for the TUASOF.
• Acts as the advisor to unit Commanders on the management of the AMTP and maintenance level of unit members.
• Trains and evaluates crewmembers in the following areas Aircraft Notebook User Training, TAMMS-A,CPC Training, Compressed Gas Cylinder Training, Electrical Hazards, Environmental/Spill Response, AGSE.
• Trains and Evaluates basic aviation maintenance fundamentals, basic electronics training, and electronic and mechanical maintenance of UAS.
• Directs on-the-job training and arranges for formal training of new employees or crewmembers.
• Responsible for the safe execution of all MOS specific flight line operations necessary to meet mission requirements for the applicable UAS assigned to the TUASOF.
• Responsible for all flight line operational support to include Site support coordination, generator and vehicle fueling operations, site maintenance, work orders, runway lighting supplies, maintaining the crash kit, FOD prevention, runway maintenance and other support tasks as directed.
• Ensures daily FOD (Foreign Object Debris) walk is conducted to clear large rocks, tools, and other debris that would create a hazard to operations.
• Operates light utility motor vehicles, up to two and a half ton, to transport self and others to worksites that are remote from the immediate shop facility, between installation airfields, or emergency repair sites when required.
• Responsible for the preparation and management of forms and records required to manage maintenance, control the use, and report warranty actions and deficiencies on UAS and associated ground support equipment.
• Ensures DA Form 3513 is prepared and maintained for each maintainer who is conducting maintenance, service, modifications, or inspections to any aircraft or component.
• Serves as the Primary Point of Contact for the notification, reporting, and implementation of all Aviation and Ground Safety messages as they pertain to the assigned TUASOF equipment.
• Responsible for providing accurate maintenance requirement forecasts of upcoming inspections,
• Responsible for verifying that correct methods, techniques, and procedures are used and that work is in accordance with Government publications and specifications.
• Reviews work order requests and inspects for correctness and proper format to ensure completeness and audit capability.
• Knowledge of and access to US Army aircraft status reporting procedures and methods.
• Knowledge of the Global Combat Support System -Army (GCSS-A), Unit Level Logistics System - Aviation(ULLS-A) and Aircraft Notebook (ACN) programs sufficient to determine if user needs can be met by the system programs and to identify deficiencies and problems.
• Provides technical assistance on all UAS maintenance matters to UAS operators, UAS maintenance crews or contractor support personnel.
• Performs Quality Assurance (QA) inspections and evaluations of unit or facility performed unmanned aircraft system maintenance and repair, in support of organizational, intermediate, and/or depot maintenance on the UAS equipment set assigned to the unit or facility.
• Inspects aircraft fuselage and airframes, landing gears, tires, power trains, drive trains, fuel, electrical, hydraulic, flight controls, rotor, transmission, instruments, armaments, and/or all systems required to make the aircraft a total mission capable system to include the launchers, Tactical Automatic Landing System, Ground Control Stations, tactical vehicles, generators, environmental control units and all other ground support equipment related to the UAS system.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Medical screening will be completed upon selection for hire.
• Soldiers who accept a technician position may be terminated from the Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program (SLRP).
• This position is eligible to be in the union: Laborers International Union of North America (LiUNA) Local 1776.
• Must be able to transfer to the unit to remain compatible in the position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May be required to work overtime to meet workload demands.
• May be required to travel by car, in military and/or commercial aircraft, and by other means of transportation as appropriate, to perform temporary duty assignments.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for,or in response to, a state emergency or disaster declaration. This designation will not exceed 14calendar days per year unless otherwise approved in advance by the TAG.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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  To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
  1. Resume: resume must show relevant experience, where you worked, job title, detailed duties and accomplishments written in your own words, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and ending dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.), hours per week. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your position title, pay plan, series and grade. Your detailed experience should be listed under each job title with starting and ending dates. Resume must show applicants name and contact information.
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  • Applicable documents required for qualification, education, or certification as stated above.
  • Must provide transcripts for education requirements if applicable.

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  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

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• How to Apply

  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
  A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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  Agency contact information

  Shaun Harris

  Phone

  801-432-4239

  Email

  shaun.b.harris.civ@army.mil

  Address

  UT AASF
  7602 S Airport Rd
  West Jordan, UT 84084
  US

  Next steps

  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

This is a Title 32 excepted position. This job announcement may be used to fill additional vacancies for additional positions vacated during the job bid process. IAW UTNGR 690-12 dated AUG 2022 and LIUNA-UTARNG CBA dated 11 OCT 2022, Priority will be given to all current, onboard employees of the UTNG. Temporary appointments may be terminated or extended in accordance with regulatory guidance, funding and at management's discretion.