O & M Specialist - Soldering Specialist

Title: O&M Specialist - Soldering Specialist (Casual) -3505-External Only
Function: Operations & Maintenance
Position Type: Regular, Full-Time
Pay Type: Non-Exempt
Grade: 35
US Citizenship Required: Yes Open to external candidates only. The selected candidate for this requisition must be available to work any shift and shift determination will be made based on the priority of work at the time the selected candidate is cleared to report to work. This opportunity is being offered by National Aerospace Solutions, the team selected by the U.S. Air Force to conduct Test and Operations Sustainment at the Arnold Engineering Development Complex (AEDC), Arnold Air Force Base, Tennessee. National Aerospace Solutions is a limited liability company comprised of Bechtel National Inc. (as lead company) and Sierra Lobo Inc. with teaming Subcontractors nLogic Inc. and Chugach Federal Solutions Inc. AEDC operates more than 55 aerodynamic and propulsion wind tunnels, rocket and turbine engine test cells, space environmental chambers, arc heaters, ballistic ranges and other specialized units located in six states. Many of the complex's test units have capabilities unmatched elsewhere in the United States; some are unique in the world. AEDC is one of three installations which are part of the Air Force Test Center (AFTC), one of six subordinate commands of the Air Force Materiel Command organization and an important national resource. AEDC’s mission is to conduct developmental test and evaluation for the Nation through modeling, simulation, ground, and flight test. Execution of the mission requires a large team of highly qualified and dedicated professionals from multiple technical disciplines to effectively accomplish the objectives of our test customers. ​​​​​
This position reports to the O&M Functional Manager and supports the O&M Function by performing such duties as:

• Responsible for performing Davis-Bacon Analysis
  • Reviews all work orders created in AEDC CMMS to determine if work should be classified as Davis-Bacon
  • Conducts Field visits to verify and understand different types of Davis-Bacon work for all craft crews across AEDC
  • Run reports for NAS Contracts and Air Force to help with Davis-Bacon audits
  • Conducts monthly Davis-Bacon Committee Meetings
• Works with O&M Functional Manager, O&M Support Manager, O&M Superintendents Manager, and multiple Execution Management Teams in identifying and developing O&M metrics needed for understanding effectiveness and efficiency of various O&M approaches and processes.
• Supports O&M Functional Manager with facilitating O&M Craft resource agility.
  • Maintains overall summary of O&M Craft resource needs and agility
    • Incorporates all other area’s Craft resource needs and availability into AEDC-wide view.
    • Work with Work Control Supervisors and O&M Support Manager to ensure up-to-date understanding of O&M Craft resource needs and availability.
• Assess developmental and training needs & requirements for Craft, Supervision and Work Control professionals
  • Regulatory training requirements (safety, environmental, AF, etc.)
  • Specialized Craft skills needs & Qualification requirements
  • Other developmental needs (CMMS & office/business software usage, leadership development, etc.)
• Backup support for Tool Control Program, O&M Data Analysis, and O&M Database Administration
  • Includes performing the role when primary is out of office
  • Provides surge support for Tool Control program, especially in the conduct of the O&M Toolbox audits, and the tracking and response to the audit findings.
  • Provides input on new or improved metrics that might be needed.
  • Provides surge report for data analysis
  • Provides input to develop needed tools for work planners or craft supervisors.
• Alternate Building Manager
  • Manages the maintenance required to keep the building operable
  • Submits Work Request for building, safety and other issues
  • Performs monthly inspections (i.e., Fire Extinguishers, Facility walk around)
  • Master Work Permit Issuing Official for building
  • Other Building Manager-related duties
• It is a condition of employment to wear company issued PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) in accordance with supervisory direction and company policy.
• Perform other related duties as required.

Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree and one (1) to three (3) years of progressive and relevant experience or any equivalent combination of applicable education and progressive and relevant experience totaling five (5) to seven (7) years.
• Current US Citizenship required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to work self-directed with limited daily oversight in performance of O&M Specialist duties, including working towards specific objectives as requested.
• Ability to work in a team environment and communicate clearly and effectively (verbally and written) with O&M Function personnel, TOS contractor management, and the AF.
• Ability to anticipate, deal with, and adjust to changing priorities and multiple groups setting priorities.
• Demonstrated proficiency with PC systems and office software applications, including Email, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, etc.
• Ability to learn AEDC CMMS (as demonstrated by working with various O&M-related software packages at AEDC).
• Must have the necessary people skills and attitude to fully embrace and support the Company position on Safety.
• Experience working with AEDC CMMS totaling two (2) years with demonstrated knowledge of AEDC CMMS (esp. with regard to Work Requests, Work Orders, and Ordering Materials).
• Knowledge of safety processes at AEDC.
• Knowledge of multiple AEDC facilities and equipment, including the ability to understand AEDC’s limited resources and overall priorities.
• Ability to plan, organize, lead and monitor a wide variety of team efforts to their successful conclusion.
• Familiarity with procurement and work management (planning, scheduling, work prioritization, etc.) processes.
• Experience with continuous improvement projects.

Due to Air Force Security requirements, U.S. Citizenship is required for employment at AEDC. NAS is an Equal Opportunity Employer of Minority/Women/Veterans/Disabled (AA/EOE). All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. Applicants with a physical or mental disability, who require a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, may e-mail their request to . PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT RESUMES to this address as they will not be considered for employment opportunities.