Federal

ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR (TITLE 32)

Air National Guard Units ยท Department of the Air Force
๐Ÿ“ Charlotte, North Carolina WS-9 $41 - $48/hr
Posted: Feb 11, 2026 Deadline: Mar 13, 2026 (Closes in 26 days days left)

About This Position

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2572000 and is part of the NC ANG, National Guard (ANG -145 MXS SQ / Position No. 1161542).

Qualifications

Military Grades: Enlisted (MSgt/E7 and below) Minimum Requirements: Experience or training which demonstrates that the candidate has the ability to organize assignments for subordinates, estimate material and manpower needed for specific jobs; able to explain manuals and work procedures; and to prepare production records, work records and reports. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: In addition to the journeyman level knowledge, must have 36 months experience which demonstrates the ability to plan, direct, and organize work assignments for lower grade personnel. Experience which required the review of work requirements and establish priorities to meet deadlines. Experience that provided knowledge of various lines of work performed by this function. Experience which demonstrates the ability to supervise or the potential to perform such duties as evidenced by the ability to communicate knowledge of general supervisory concepts, and knowledge of shop processes. Experience in adapting existing equipment and techniques to new situations.

Major Duties

As a ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR, WS-6641-09, you will assign duties to subordinate; explain work requirements, methods, and procedures ;instruct subordinate on new procedures or methods and provide assistance on difficult or new problem areas; ensure personnel are trained to execute munitions operations; review work in progress or on completion; make adjustments as necessary to effectively and economically accomplish the work; document and investigate work related problems and implement corrective actions; assure equipment, material and resources are available when needed; coordinate work requirements with outside agencies; plan work schedules and sequence of operations; establish deadlines and priorities based on established general schedules, methods and policies; initiate and submit requests for personnel actions for subordinate personnel and to fill position vacancies; recommend and participate in the selection of personnel to fill vacancies; schedule and approve leave of subordinates; establish performance standards and create formal and informal appraisals; determine training needs of subordinates, develop effective qualification training program and verify its accomplishment; counsel employees as needed; address informal complaints through discussions with employees and union representatives; take formal/ informal corrective action on conduct or performance problems; responsible to Flight Chief for overall management production sections: Precision Guided Munitions (PGM), Line Delivery, Munitions Support Equipment Maintenance, and Conventional Munitions Maintenance (CMM); serve as the technical advisor and subject matter expert in their area; report the status of personnel and equipment, shortfalls, job starts, delays and completions, and any other significant operational issues to the Flight Chief; ensure facilities and capability exists to perform required maintenance on conventional/guided munitions, missiles and associated components; ensure actions are taken to maintain or request facility power as the primary source of power for testing of conventional/guided munitions and missiles to meet specifications required by item technical orders; responsible to Flight Chief for overall management of Materiel Sections; Stockpile Management, Inspection, and Operations; serve as the technical advisor and subject matter expert in their area; ensure segregation of duties is maintained both physically and within the APSR; report the status of personnel and equipment, shortfalls, job starts, delays and completions, and any other significant operational issues to the Flight Chief; provide oversight of the unit's capability to provide munitions storage in support of daily training, War Reserve Material (WRM), and functional user's missions; ensure facility inspections, maintenance, and housekeeping are performed at required intervals to include lightning protection systems; ensures submission of work requests when facilities require maintenance, repair, or do not meet standards; develop and ensure utilization of a standardized munitions storage location system; develop the unit's Movement Control Operating Instruction and procedures to manage movement of munitions inside and outside the MSA for operationally configured or built-up munitions; responsible to Flight Chief for overall management of systems sections: Munitions Control, Mobility, Training, Combat Plans, and Plans and Scheduling; serve as the technical advisor and subject matter expert. Reports the status of personnel and equipment, shortfalls, job starts, delays and completions, and any other significant operational issues to the Flight Chief; provide broad oversight of the unit's routine and contingency planning, workload and production scheduling, and flight-line munitions support activities depending on the unit's mission; oversee facilities, equipment, vehicle, and munitions resource status, capabilities, and limitations that may impact mission accomplishment and promptly inform munitions supervision of problems and limiting factors; perform other duties as assigned.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Additional Information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12883919. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed. 2. You may contact the positions POC before the closing date to request a review of your resume prior to submitting on USA Jobs.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR (TITLE 32) position at Air National Guard Units?
The salary range for this position is $41 - $48/hr. This is a WS-9 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC SUPERVISOR (TITLE 32) job located?
This position is located in Charlotte, North Carolina. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
Military Grades: Enlisted (MSgt/E7 and below) Minimum Requirements: Experience or training which demonstrates that the candidate has the ability to organize assignments for subordinates, estimate material and manpower needed for specific jobs; able to explain manuals and work procedures; and to prepare production records, work records and report...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Mar 13, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, a Secret clearance is required.
What does WS-9 mean?
WS-9 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.