Machinist Supervisor

Air Force Civilian Service; Universal City (TX); On-site; USD 89,000 - 104,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sick leave

Health insurance

Retirement plan (TSP)

Job summary

Air Force Civilian Service seeks a Machinist Supervisor (WS-3414-11) at JBSA Randolph, TX, to oversee machining and fabrication activities for the Metals Technology Branch. The role ensures aircraft availability, leads teams, and coordinates with engineers for repair solutions.

Citizenship, security clearance eligibility, and willingness to work varied shifts are required; CNC experience is highly desirable. Benefits include federal leave and health coverage.

Qualifications

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
• This is a drug testing position with random testing.
• Shift expectations include occasional overtime and rare weekends.
• Must drive a government vehicle and have a valid license with color vision for runway ops.
• 1–2 years CNC programmer/operator experience desirable.

Responsibilities

• Supervise on- and off-equipment aircraft structural repair and machining operations.
• Balance manpower, parts, and equipment to maximize aircraft availability.
• Guide employees and coordinate with engineers on repairs.
• Develop performance plans and communicate expectations.
• Foster partnership with customers reflecting policy and procedures.

Skills

CNC programming

Leadership

Blueprint reading

Problem solving

Tools

CNC machines

Job description

Come be a part of something big! Smart Minds, Cool Jobs and Awesome Rewards! Fueled by innovation, talent and ambition, the Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is seeking civilian professionals prepared to deploy war-winning capabilities on behalf of the United States Air Force.

The Air Force Civilian Service (AFCS) is looking for a Machinist Supervisor (WS-3414-11) to join the team at the 12th Maintenance Squadron, Joint Base San Antonio – Randolph AFB, Texas! In this position, you would exercise technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers in accomplishing trades and labor work for the Metals Technology Branch.

This is a full-time federal position that offers a rewarding and exciting career with exceptional pay and benefits! This position is being filled using direct hiring authorities and can close at any time.

WS-11 Annual Salary Range for JBSA Randolph $89,232 - $104,104

AIR FORCE CIVILIAN SERVICE BENEFITS

• 13 Sick Leave days
• Based upon length of employment… Starts at 13 days and earn up to 26 days.
• No Waiting Period to qualify for health insurance for you and your family.
• Immediate coverage by the Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS), part of a three-tiered systems which contains a Basic Benefits Plan, Social Security, and Thrift Savings Plan (TSP), similar to a 401(K).

QUALIFICATIONS

• US Citizenship is required.
• The employee will be required to obtain and maintain the appropriate level of security clearance.
• This is a drug testing position. The employee is subject to random drug testing.
• May be required to occasionally work overtime, rotating shifts, uncommon tours, and weekends on a very rare basis. The traditional shift for this vacancy is Monday through Friday, dayshift hours.
• The work will require the employee to drive a government motor vehicle. An appropriate government driver's license and the ability to determine color vision for runway operations (red, green, and white) will be required.
• At least 1-2 years of CNC programmer and/or operator experience at a minimum is highly desirable. Must be able to operate CNC and other typical machining equipment.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manages the on- and off-equipment aircraft structural repair, machine shop production, and aircraft welding operations for the Fabrication Flight, Metals Technology Section, 12th Maintenance Squadron.
• Incorporates concept/philosophy of balancing manpower, parts and equipment availability against established maintenance standards to ensure the maximum number of aircraft are available at all times to meet the flying schedule.
• Guides and motivates employees to streamline processes and design/create repairs for all assigned aircraft. Coordinates with aircraft engineers to determine the best solution to repair aircraft discrepancies.
• Participates with employees in the development of performance plans. Advises employees in advance of performance expectations and explains new work techniques as required.
• Creates an atmosphere of partnership with customers properly reflecting Maintenance Directorate policies and procedures.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILIITES

• Knowledge of a wide range of principles, processes, and techniques of trade(s) and/or craft(s) supervised and personnel management policies, practices, and procedures, including sexual harassment and Equal Employment Opportunity/ Equal Employment Treatment.
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints, diagrams, sketches, and technical specifications.
• Basic knowledge of requisition, documentation, problem analyzation and troubleshooting of T-6, T-7, and T-38, and aircraft systems involved in the removal and reinstallation prior to and after machining, and welding of aircraft.
• Knowledge of technical orders, regulations, manuals, and coordinating with engineers to perform the 107 process for technical assistance.
• Extensive knowledge of T-6, T-7, and T-38 aircraft machinist and aircraft welding, and heat treating and process standard AMS-2750.
• Basic knowledge of requisition, documentation, problem analyzation and troubleshooting of T-6, T-7, and T-38, aircraft systems involved in the removal and reinstallation prior to and after machining and welding of aircraft.

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Your application package (resume, supporting documents) will be used to determine your eligibility, and qualifications.

As of 27 September 2025, Federal agencies will only accept resumes up to two pages in length. To learn more about the new resume requirements visit https://afciviliancareers.com/resumetips/ OR https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/hiring-information/merit-hiring-plan-resources/agency-guidance-on-the-two-page-limit-on-resume-length/

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal work age. AFCS is an Equal Opportunity Employer.