Aircraft Engine Mechanic

Air National Guard Units•Meridian, MS

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted-service position with the Mississippi National Guard that requires membership in the National Guard in a compatible military assignment. The selectee must wear the military uniform. The position is classified as Aircraft Engine Mechanic, WG-8602-10, Position Description Number PDD1636000, and requires military membership in grades E1–E6. The mechanic maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, modifies, tests, certifies, and performs operational checks on turboprop engines, propellers, auxiliary power units, and associated aircraft propulsion components. Work includes in-shop and on-equipment maintenance, engine and propeller assembly and installation, test-stand operation, aircraft ground runs, performance evaluations, and maintenance documentation. The mechanic uses technical publications, computerized diagnostic systems, specialized test equipment, precision measuring tools, and approved procedures to identify defects, complete corrective actions, and determine whether components are serviceable. The position may require work outside normal duty hours, including overtime. Direct deposit is mandatory. A valid state driver's license is required when the duties require operating motor vehicles. For positions requiring a Secret or Top Secret clearance, the applicant must possess or be able to obtain the clearance within one year of appointment. The employee is responsible for maintaining awareness of environmental responsibilities under applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment is required; the selectee must wear the military uniform.
Military grade must be E1–E6.
At least 18 months of documented experience or training performing standard, routine assembly and disassembly of aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories and making prescribed modifications.
Experience or training performing maintenance overhaul, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of aircraft engines, engine components, and powertrains for fixed- and/or rotary-wing aircraft.
Experience determining required maintenance from work orders, inspection reports, historical records, and diagnosis.
General experience or training providing the ability to assemble and disassemble aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories and make prescribed modifications in accordance with technical specifications, procedures, and requirements.
Experience using hand and power tools common to the trade.
Establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers and contribute to a cooperative work environment.
Participate in direct deposit.
Possess a valid state driver's license if the position requires operating motor vehicles.
For a position requiring a Secret or Top Secret clearance, possess or be able to obtain the clearance within one year of appointment.
No substitution of education for specialized experience.
If required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, be registered to be eligible for appointment.

Responsibilities

Remove, install, certify, repair, modify, and overhaul turboprop engines, reduction gear boxes, turbine and compressor modules, auxiliary power units, propellers, and related components.
Troubleshoot and diagnose propulsion-system defects using computerized test equipment, schematic diagrams, technical publications, bench checks, and test results; determine the disassembly and repair required.
Clean, inspect, assemble, and repair engine, propeller, and auxiliary power unit parts in accordance with prescribed procedures, torque values, safety methods, and clearances.
Troubleshoot propellers using electric and hydraulic test stands; perform operational checks of engines, propellers, and auxiliary power units using an engine test cell.
Modify propulsion systems and components in accordance with Time Compliance Technical Order directives; remove and install engine quick-change kits and prepare and install engine and propeller assemblies on aircraft.
Evaluate and resolve maintenance problems involving repair, overhaul, modification, and installation of aircraft propulsion systems; perform bench checks and test assemblies for serviceability.
Perform operational checks of installed propulsion systems and subsystems during aircraft maintenance ground runs using approved checklists and specialized test equipment.
Perform isochronal and special evaluations; interpret certification findings, assess corrective actions, and certify installed and repaired engines for compliance with technical publications.
Operate fixed and mobile test stands, install special test equipment, conduct pre- and post-operational checks, operate engines and propellers, and record test data.
Operate, certify, and maintain computerized engine test/trim automated systems (ETTAS); identify and correct vibration or impending-failure problems using ETTAS and a vibration analyzer.
Evaluate engine and propeller performance, including computing engine torque and specific fuel consumption and monitoring engine RPM and turbine inlet temperatures; accept or reject components based on evaluation.
Remove engines and propellers from test stands and prepare them for aircraft installation or storage; perform operator maintenance on aircraft and engine sound-suppresser facilities, test stands, ground equipment, and auxiliary power unit test cells.
Perform dynamic propeller balancing and test integrated synchrophasing; test variable potentiometers, servo-motors, indicators, and aircraft wiring.
Perform aircraft full-power runs and engine and propeller efficiency checks; clear Red X documentation for engine- and propeller-related components.
Prepare man-hour data and required forms for entry into CAMS or G081; review and assist with maintaining applicable Technical Orders, technical publications, and directives.
Perform other duties as assigned.