Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as Technical Expert Computer Aided Design Drafting (CADD)Modeler/Designer in the creation of 3 dimensional (3-D) parts, tooling and fixture design, conversion of 2 dimensional(2-d), and the validation of the work of other technicians in this organization. Responsibilities Serves as the 3-D CADD Modeling Expert and 2 dimensional (2-D) CADD work supporting all weapon systems supported on base as well as those supported at other locations. Serves as a Structural/Tooling Designer to support all weapon systems. Performs Full Range of Duties of a Senior Aerospace Engineering Technician. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical and Medical Support positions to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) for the GS-0802, Engineering Technical Series.. Due to the use of 120-day rosters, this period of experience may be completed within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: This series covers technical positions supervising, leading, or performing work involving applying a practical knowledge of the: methods and techniques of engineering or architecture; and construction, application, properties, operations, and limitations of engineering systems, processes, structures, machinery, devices, and materials. In addition to the basic requirements, some positions have additional requirements related to one or more of the following parenthetical titles listed below: Aerospace Architecture Chemical Civil Drafting Electrical Materials Mechanical Mining Naval Architecture Nuclear Petroleum SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience include experience in the use and application of technical or engineering concepts, principles, and practices applicable to the broad range of engineering related duties concerned with the design and development of 3-D CADD models; Completing design tasks for various projects through the application of design analysis to determine tolerances, materials, processes, and finishes in a 2-D and 3-D design space; Preparing detailed layouts used in multiple tool design efforts; Preparing and briefing higher level management concerning the status of projects and providing design support and input for reverse engineering projects. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-­grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. A comprehensive knowledge of 3-D Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) Solid Modeling programs specifically Siemens NX and/or CATIA is an essential skill requirement. Incumbent must possess a thorough knowledge of parametric modeling concepts and techniques, operation and language. How to create, store and retrieve electronic data files and graphics displays and how to manipulate these data files are essential skill requirements. 2. A comprehensive Knowledge of aircraft 3-D structural modeling techniques, including detailed knowledge of assembly modeling and installation modeling. Skilled in creating complex 3-D models of aircraft parts and assemblies for 3-D and associated 2-D Technical Data Packages (TDPs) including 3-D Model Based Definitions (MBD) per American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Y 14.41. Skilled in positioning aircraft parts and assemblies in the correct location in 3-D space as related to aircraft coordinate systems and loft reference points and planes. A thorough knowledge of aircraft structural material and manufacturing processes and standards. 3. Knowledge/understanding of current Engineering Data Management (EDM) practices, policies and configuration control as it relates to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). Skilled in the application of PLM database operations and structure knowledge to resolve moderately complex PLM problems with regard to CADD models. 4. Skilled in project management techniques, principles, practices and document management, and the ability to apply these while following the EDM requirements and current industry standards (ASMEY-14 series standards) Knowledgeable of policies and procedures related to control and use of 3-D CADD models. 5. Knowledge of military and industry processes and standards for 3-D model creation, use and storage (such as ASME, Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE), and Internal Organization for Standard (ISO) standards). 6. Keeps abreast of American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Y 14.41, Y 14.100 and 14.5 standards as applied to 3-D modeling and 2-D drawing systems and in applying Product and Manufacturing Information (PMI) symbology and annotating the 3-D solid model for 3-D documents. 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. Education IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcripts with the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation. FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying. Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here.