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Summary Serves as a Lead Technician in the Manufacturing Applications Branch at Langley Research Center (LaRC) responsible for planning, estimating, scheduling, and expediting the fabrication of one-of-a-kind unique test articles. Has expertise in the fabrication of metallic components using conventional and numerical control machining equipment for the fabrication of hardware for aerospace and scientific programs at LaRC. Responsibilities Oversee the execution of manufacturing and production of test requirements for vehicle flight systems, test articles, assemblies, and components. Coordinate and schedule high-level meetings and briefings, maintain and, as necessary, develop selected reports to assist senior level staff with the management of tasks and projects. Participate in basic concept and feasibility studies, and designs, develops and tests new or modified equipment prior to release for production to ensure reliability and safety of the equipment. Perform advisory services in the specialty area to those who design, test, produce, supply, operate, repair, and dispose of test articles and equipment. Determine or recommend the requirements for the appropriate (spare) parts, tools, and operating instructions to support equipment during fabrication or tests. Advise in developing production procedures and techniques where intensive knowledge of the equipment is required. Foster a culture of engagement, diversity, inclusiveness, excellence and innovation. Champion NASA's commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion and Accessibility to create an environment that promotes a commitment to safety, integrity, and teamwork. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. To qualify for GS-13, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level in the Federal service: Leading or providing support in the completion of daily tasks within machine shop operations to include: programming and operation of multi-axis, computer numerical control (CNC) metal fabrication machines, or producing aerospace components and test articles; Supporting the execution of projects related to at least one of the following: facilities, equipment, lifting and rigging of large test articles, metal fabrication, airframe modification and repair, machining or installing instruments; Communicating with various audiences (e.g. researchers, technicians, senior leaders, internal or external customers) to provide guidance, status updates, or assistance. Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. 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To be eligible, you must have completed a minimum of 52 weeks in a position no more than 1 grade lower than the advertised position. (Please submit your SF-50 that shows Time-in-Grade eligibility and reflects your title, series, and grade. If your eligibility for both merit promotion and/or time-in-grade cannot be determined, your application will be rated ineligible.) Note: Time-in-grade requirements also apply to applicants who have held a non-temporary, competitive service GS position in the past year. If you have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must: - Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position. The questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility. -Be well qualified for this position to receive consideration. Candidates rated in the 'Best Qualified' category are considered well-qualified. Please see 'How You Will Be Evaluated' for more information. -Submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP as indicated in 'Required Documents' For additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, click here - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/#ictap. Qualified NASA term employees who have term conversion eligibility (Term Appointments | NASA) under the NASA Flexibility Act of 2004 will be referred and considered equally with other NASA permanent employees under internal competitive placement procedures.