COMPOSITE/PLASTIC FABRICATOR

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The primary purpose of this position, COMPOSITE/PLASTIC FABRICATOR INSPECTOR, WG-4352-11, is to examine, inspect, and evaluate all modification and repair during the removal, repair, alternation, and overhaul on the aircraft relative to Low Observable (LO) coatings and related components.

In order to qualify, you must meet the 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: Work encompasses standing, bending, stooping, stretching, and working in strained and cramped conditions.

Frequently handles, lifts, and carries items weighting up to 25 pounds and occasionally lifts and moves heavier items with mechanical or human assistance.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: Works both inside and outside and is subject to noise and vibration from shop machines, high temperature from curing ovens and heat lamps and to a variety of weather conditions.

from shop machines, high temperatures from curing ovens and heat lamps and to a variety of weather conditions.

Work conditions frequently include exposure to dust, fumes, and toxic and/or potentially flammable and explosive chemicals that can cause skin, eye, and lung irritations.

Employee could also be exposed to injury while operating machines and power tools.

Required to wear safety glasses, hearing protection and other personal protective equipment (PPE) when performing duties. Major Duties:

Inspect all composite or plastic parts, assemblies, sub-assemblies, or structures with straight and curved surfaces having a number of interconnecting parts and components that have been repaired, modified, or overhauled.

Inspects aircraft surfaces for damage, integrity, deviations and other out of tolerance conditions affecting Low Observable (LO) coatings.

Perform a complete inspection of equipment, all aircraft surfaces for damage, integrity, deviations and other out of tolerance conditions affecting Low Observable (LO) coatings and related components after work has been completed on the aircraft.

Conduct and witness inspections and tests on a variety of fabricated and repair work performed by others on structural and nonstructural airframe components, equipment, and completed airframes affecting Low Observable (LO) coatings and related components.

Utilize safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintain a safe and clean work area.