PROGRAM SPEC (NDT)

Summary You will serve as a Program Specialist in the field of Non-Destructive Testing (NDT) in the Technical Support Branch of PEARL HARBOR NSY AND IMF. Responsibilities You will serve as subject matter expert both technical and operational involving all non-destructive testing You will advise and assist in the development and preparation of preventative maintenance instructions, procedures, technical specifications, and recommend modifications to improve testing process You will advise on the development and preparation of Non-Destructive Testing instructions, procedures, technical specifications You will be responsible for the planning and coordination of multiple complex shipyard non-destructive testing technical projects You will assist with establishing and carrying out audits, oversight, and surveillance for assigned NDT methods. You will review official correspondence, formal technical reports, fact sheets, status reports, and schedules to verify product quality and complete assignments. You will analyze and evaluate inspection results to provide recommendations and subsequent training to increase overall program effectiveness. You will perform work on major nuclear and non-nuclear technical projects in support of naval surface ship and submarine maintenance. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector overseeing non-destructive testing (NDT) projects to ensure compliance with technical standards and program policies and evaluating and enhancing technical procedures and processes of NDT operations to increase or improve program effectiveness. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series 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. Education Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Temporary promotions may be extended up to 5 years at the discretion of management and in accordance with applicable regulations. Temporary actions taken under this announcement may be made permanent without further competition. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. During the application process you will have the option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.