Aircraft Engine Mechanic

U.S. Army Reserve Command • Fort Knox, KY

13h • Onsite

About The Position

This is a military technician position with the Army Reserve Aviation Command, Aviation Support Facility (ASF) Knox East at Fort Knox, Kentucky. Applicants must be active members of the U.S. Army Reserve as Soldiers before a start date can be set. The role maintains and repairs rotary-wing aircraft engines and assemblies, including portions of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Candidates must demonstrate the ability to perform the work without more than normal supervision. The position requires a medical examination, participation in the Drug Abuse Testing Program, and may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a background investigation. A one-year probationary period applies. Salary is based on the local prevailing rate.

Requirements

• Active membership as a Soldier in the U.S. Army Reserve before a start date can be set.
• U.S. citizenship.
• Ability to maintain and repair rotary-wing aircraft engines, including portions of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems, and perform a variety of less complex maintenance functions without more than normal supervision.
• Pass a medical examination prior to employment.
• Subject to Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements.
• May be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Direct deposit of pay is required.

Responsibilities

• Repair and replace rotary-wing aircraft engines and assemblies.
• Conduct inspections to prevent equipment failure.
• Adjust installed components.
• Perform ground operational checks and functional tests.
• Inspect aircraft engines and analyze test results.
• Investigate malfunctioning equipment.
• Review technical publications and interpret manuals to complete work orders.
• Operate test equipment and perform maintenance.
• Apply FAA regulations.
• Translate inspection reports and update inspection schedules.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; eligibility depends on position type.
• Permanent Change of Station allowances may be authorized.
• Moving expenses may be authorized for eligible newly appointed Army Reserve Military Technicians.
• Recruitment, retention, or relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Advance in-hire rates, advanced leave accrual, and creditable service for leave accrual may be authorized.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed