Munitions Controller

Plans and schedules the maintenance of live, inert, and dummy munitions, non-powered munitions support equipment, handling equipment, and facility inspection requirements. Executes command and control actions of ongoing explosives when assigned to the Control Section. Operates assigned systems to determine status of explosives assets and uses information for planning, scheduling and command/control actions. Ensures compliance with Performance Work Statement (PWS) and Quality and Safety Standards.

Principal Accountabilities

PLANNING/SCHEDULING RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides broad oversight of the Munitions Departments routine and contingency planning, workload and production scheduling according to contractual responsibilities.

• Oversees facilities, equipment, vehicle, and munitions resource status, capabilities and limitations that may impact mission accomplishment.

• Promptly informs Munitions Superintendent of problems and limiting factors.

• In coordination with Section supervisors, manages the awaiting maintenance (AWM). awaiting parts (AWP), and TCTO programs. • Reviews AWM/ AWP and TCTO programs weekly during the scheduling meeting.

• Plans, schedules and coordinates with munitions accountability and maintenance supply liaison on all TCTO requirements.

• Attends the Site’s TCTO planning and reconciliation meetings for munitions assets and equipment.

• Prepares consolidated yearly, quarterly, monthly munitions maintenance and inspection forecasts and weekly munitions maintenance and inspection schedules.

• Maintains the delayed discrepancy file (AWM/AWP) on munitions items and equipment.

• Coordinates with Munitions Accountability Section the status of actions taken for approved ADRs and the scheduled date of disposal/shipment.

• Consolidates data for recurring reports and prepares them for submission to the Munitions Superintendent.

• Attends monthly, weekly, and other scheduling meetings with the AEW Munitions Flight and incorporates the required support in the department’s workload planning schedule.

• Works necessary hours, to include stand-by duties, to support mission requirements during peacetime and combat contingencies.

CONTROLLER RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Evaluates demands when they arc received and translates requirements into prioritized support of the AEW AMMO

• Flight (AF); informs Munitions Superintendent in the event of scheduling conflicts.

• Establishes and maintains clear channels of communications and coordination with AEW AF.

• Performs direct-input in assigned systems and ensures documents are routed in accordance with document flow procedures.

• Manages keys and locks in accordance with AFI 21-201 for control of munitions structure keys.

• Maintains and uses Emergency Action Check sheets to include war/contingency plan execution notification, crash, fire, severe weather and explosive mishaps.

• Tracks work progress of explosive operations to maintain status of the work force.

• Notifies supporting activities before starting hazardous operations or evacuation/fire drills.

• Notifies the Fire Department of any hazard class division 1. 1 explosives movements outside the MSA or of changes in magazine contents affecting fire symbols or hazard symbols and document notification.

• Works necessary hours, to include stand-by duties, to support mission requirements during peacetime and combat contingencies.

• Performs other duties as assigned by the Munitions Superintendent/Munitions Control Section Supervisor.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Knowledge of the USAF Supply and Tech Order systems.

• Have a working know ledge of all munition’s functional areas, adapt well to stress and speak in a clear and concise manner.

• Computer literate.

• Normal color perception and depth of vision.

• Must be capable of qualifying for a host nation driver's license.

EXPERIENCE&EDUCATION

• Four years' experience on Military Munitions; combined experience on USAF storage, maintenance, and inspection procedures, for Munitions and MMHE.

• US Secret Security Clearance required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Physically capable of performing all required duties; capable of lifting 50 lbs. and perform extensive work using handling/lifting equipment.