MODEL MAKER

About the company

You will serve as a Model Maker in the Applied Manufacturing Technology Division, Weapons and Energetics Department of NAVAIRWARCENWPNDIV CHINA LAKE.

Your tasks

• You will consult with research engineers and scientists to review preliminary design concepts and evaluate the manufacturing feasibility of experimental weapons systems.
• You will determine optimal fabrication methods and select specialized materials (such as high-temperature alloys, ceramics, and composites) to withstand extreme thermal, pressure, and operational stress environments.
• You will coordinate project workflows across multiple trade disciplines (including precision machining, welding, sheet metal, and composites) to ensure multipart prototype hardware is delivered on schedule.
• You will fabricate, fit, assemble, and bench-test complex developmental components and one-of-a-kind experimental assemblies to resolve functional and mechanical issues.
• You will perform precision layout and final quality inspection using advanced metrology equipment (such as CMMs, optical comparators, and laser trackers) to verify strict compliance with critical aerospace tolerances.

Requirements

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must 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 quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION A. I have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex tasks including: 1) Performing functions by independently planning, laying out, modifying, fabricating processes and procedures that require knowledge in more than a single trade; 2) Using a computer and computer graphics to accomplish work; 3) Programing and operating computer-numerical-control (CNC) machine tools, and using computers for part programming and input or output of production control data; 4) Using CAD/CAM software to do CNC programming and 5) Overseeing a variety of projects including unique and one-of-a-kind prototype models. I am considered an expert and work with a high degree of independence. B. I have the ability to perform the full range of tasks including: 1) Performing functions by independently planning, laying out, modifying, fabricating processes and procedures that require knowledge in more than a single trade; 2) Using a computer and computer graphics to accomplish work; 3) Programing and operating computer-numerical-control (CNC) machine tools, and using computers for part programming and input or output of production control data; 4) Using CAD/CAM software to do CNC programming. I work on my own initiative under general supervision subject to occasional inspection. C. I have the ability to perform common tasks including: 1) Performing functions by independently planning, laying out, modifying, fabricating processes and procedures that require knowledge in more than a single trade; 2) Using a computer and computer graphics to accomplish work; 3) Programing and operating computer-numerical-control (CNC) machine tools, and using computers for part programming and input or output of production control data; I work under close supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (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.