About the opportunity
You will serve as a Senior Welder in the Manufacturing Operations Branch, Prototype and Manufacturing Division, Prototype, Manufacturing & Test Dept, SE & ALRE Group, of NAVAIRWARCENADLKE. Your duties include providing maintenance, repair, and installation support for Cryogenics systems supporting air operations throughout the Fleet, performing preventative and corrective maintenance for manufacturing equipment, providing formal and informal training to fellow employees, and maintaining current knowledge of technical directives and procedures to support project requirements.
Salary and benefits
- Salary range: $88,005 – $114,413 per annum
- Federal employment benefits package
Who can apply?
- Must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-09 grade level
- Experience may be in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector
- Education (Ph.D. or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education) may be substituted for specialized experience
- Must meet all eligibility, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements by the closing date
Required documents
- Complete resume (restricted to no more than 2 pages)
- SF-50(s) for current or former federal employees to demonstrate time-in-grade
- Transcripts or list of courses if qualifying using education
- Supporting documentation for any claimed licenses, certifications, or credentials
- DD-214 or other documentation for veterans' preference
- Statement of service for active duty service members
When to apply
- Applications must be received by 11:59 pm Eastern Standard Time on 2026-09-21
How to apply
- Create an account or log in to your USAJOBS account
- Complete the application package including a resume and all required supporting documentation
- Submit the application online through the USAJOBS portal by the deadline
Additional information
- This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program
- Technical assessment tools include a structured resume review and a structured interview
- Relocation expense reimbursement and recruitment incentives may be available depending on funding
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Advanced welding and mechanical maintenance expertise
- Experience with cryogenics systems or air operations equipment
- Ability to provide formal and informal technical training to staff
What should you think carefully about?
- Relocation expenses are subject to funding availability
- Requires meeting specific time-in-grade requirements if currently in federal service
- Strict two-page resume limit applies
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position serves as a high-level technical role for a skilled welder looking to specialize in naval aviation support. It is a strong fit for those aiming to leverage their trade expertise in a stable, mission-focused federal environment with significant responsibility.
Our take
Highly skilled welders with experience in industrial or aviation maintenance should apply; those lacking the required specialized experience at the GS-09 level or equivalent will not qualify.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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