PRODUCTION CONTROLLER (MISSILES)

Duties

• You will prepare cost estimates for specific budget programs using various approved rates (fix price, unit rates, stabilized rates, and work category rates).
• You will prepare budget feeder information pertaining to specific and proposed work requirements, interpret work assignments, prepare cost estimates, detail job orders, and schedules.
• You will maintain a record of expenditures and number of units produced against a job, investigate differences between estimated and actual weekly costs, and conduct an analysis for future reference and to maintain an auditable trail.
• You will originate material requirements and indicate delivery schedule required at each stage or shop to meet Fleet commitments or production delivery schedules.
• You will determine material substitutes, request waiver/deviation of specifications, revise plans, schedules, and estimates as work progresses.
• You will recommend changes in methods, material substitutions, plans, priorities, shop workload, and similar factors to reduce costs.
• You will assist in the preparation of SOP's, LEl's, etc., by initiation of requests and providing Inputs.
• You will progress work to ensure its completion as scheduled and troubleshoots problem development to avoid loss of time and materials.
• You will originate correspondence concerning estimates and technical! information, and weekly/monthly reports involving all aspects of planning and scheduling.
• You will participate in conferences and make work site inspections to determine planning requirements.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov
• Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal.
• This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
• 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.

Qualifications

To qualify for a GS-09, your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-08 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

• Experience in planning, coordinating, and managing production and repair operations for ordnance, ammunition, explosives, or military weapon systems.
• Skilled in communicating effectively with engineers, supervisors, production workers, and logistics personnel.
• Experience interpreting and applying technical manuals, safety directives, and repair documentation.
• Skills in workflow planning, production scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Demonstrate knowledge of compliance with safety regulations, hazardous materials handling, and DoD standards.
• Ability to analyze production data and resolve scheduling conflicts.
• Demonstrate knowledge of inventory management, supply chain coordination, and material requisition for ordnance items.

To qualify for a GS-07, your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-06 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:

• Experience in and possess basic knowledge of supply chain logistics and inventory control in a defense or ordnance environment.
• Experience in and possess knowledge of ordnance manufacturing processes, quality control, safety standards, and government regulations.
• Experience communicating effectively with personnel, supervisors, and logistics staff.
• Basic knowledge of repair and maintenance processes specific to ordnance equipment.
• Familiarity with hazardous materials handling and compliance with military and federal safety regulations.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, repair orders, and safety directives related to ordnance items.

Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:

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

There are no education substitutions for these series/grade combinations.

Additional information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.

Several vacancies may be filled.

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.

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: .

Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.