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COMPOSITE/PLASTIC FABRICATOR INSPECTOR

Air Force Materiel Command

Department of the Air Force

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$32.46 - $37.86

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Job Description

Summary

This job involves inspecting repairs on communication and radar equipment like radomes, towers, antennas, and pedestals at Air Force sites around the world to ensure everything meets safety and quality standards.

Workers analyze problems, check contractor work, and keep detailed records while following strict safety rules.

It's a good fit for hands-on people with experience in technical inspections who can work independently in challenging environments, including heights and harsh weather.

Key Requirements

  • Ability to perform the work without more than normal supervision (screen-out element)
  • Knowledge of equipment assembly, installation, and repair
  • Technical practices in precise and theoretical work
  • Skilled use of measuring instruments
  • Ability to interpret instructions, specifications, and blueprints
  • Ability to use and maintain tools and equipment
  • Knowledge of materials, especially composites and plastics

Full Job Description

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The primary purpose of this position, COMPOSITE/PLASTIC FABRICATOR INSPECTOR, WG-4352-11, is to accomplish the inspection of repairs made to randomes, towers, antennas and pedestals associated with communication and radar type equipment and their systems at worldwide Air Force and other federal agency locations.

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-4300 Pliable Materials Work Family.

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and 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 the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.

Technical Practices (Theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc.

(Includes blueprint reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Knowledge of Materials 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. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Frequently lifts and carries, unassisted, items weighing up to 25 pounds.

Sometimes required to lift and carry items weighing more than 25 pounds with the help of weight handling equipment or with assistance from other workers.

The work requires frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, and stooping. Climbing and working in high places may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Assignments are accomplished both in shop and on-site.

Incumbent is exposed to dangers from heights, electrical shock, cold, heat, dust, toxic chemicals, scrapes, burns and cuts or falls, etc.

Incumbent maybe required to perform inspections while standing, bending, climbing on ladders, or working from cherry pickers - or similar devices.

Incumbent is expected to follow all safety and security regulations and be aware at all times of general surroundings. Major Duties:

Inspect the work accomplished on a variety of radome and tower structures. Analyze and isolate acute and chronic radome, antenna, and pedestal maintenance problems.

Perform contractor assistance visits as requested to ensure contractor performance is in compliance with Air Force specifications.

Utilize safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work environment. Maintain records and document actions.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/15/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/16/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: AFMC-12864256-085992-8L-LMS