Engineering Technician Mechanical

Telework Eligible

Yes

Major Duties

If selected at the GS-11 level, duties will be performed in a developmental capacity.

Reviews test plan information, previous test data (as applicable) and evaluate the technical drawings, specifications or other documents to understand the characteristic parameters of the features to be verified.

Utilizes automated test equipment (ATE) requiring complex test equipment setup and programming and traditional hand-held test equipment.

Performs dimensional, materials, and hydrostatic testing on various NSNs that can have unique requirements based on information contained in the technical data packages.

Communicates test failures with customers, explaining results obtained and procedures used, and interpreting specification requirements, as appropriate.

Utilizes the various software, such as Open DMIS, Virtual DMIS, Metlogix M3 that is installed on each piece of ATE.

Qualification Summary

To qualify for an Engineering Technician (Mechanical), your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-12 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-11 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. To qualify at the GS-11 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: GS-12 Resolving conflicts with customers regarding test methods, procedures, and interpretations of results.- Serving as project manager on engineering/testing dimensional projects.- Performing extensive design, manufacturing, and cost analysis. GS-11 Analyzing complex technical engineering problems. Reviewing and interpreting complex technical data packages. Testing and evaluating a variety of mechanical components. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (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. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Physical Demands: The work requires some physical exertion such as long periods of standing; recurring bending, crouching, stooping, stretching, or similar activities; occasional lifting of light to moderately heavy items weighing less than 50 pounds and with assistance of an engine hoist manipulates items over 50 pounds. Work is performed in a test lab/machine shop/office environment. Work Environment: The work area involves operation of mechanical test equipment and machine shop tools which includes some exposure to moderate risks and discomforts such as dust, strong odors, or fumes from fuels, chemicals, or engine exhaust; dust, grease, electrical hazards, moving machinery, etc. The work environment requires the employee to stay alert continually and to take special safety precautions including wearing safety glasses/goggles, special protective items of clothing, etc.Steel toed shoes are preferred but not mandatory.

Compensation:

$77,154-$120,222 per year