Aircraft Engine Mechanic

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command • Andrews AFB, MD

7d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are part of the regular career civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service. In addition, ARTs are required to maintain their active membership in the AF Reserve unit where assigned. ARTs receive on average one weekend of military training per month. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART), technical authority responsible for coordinating the work of other journey-level workers to perform/advise scheduled or unscheduled inspections, repairs, replacements, troubleshoot, documentation, build-up and tear down, flightline maintenance and operational runs of aircraft propulsion systems installed or uninstalled, and to provide training to all assigned reservist personnel as required in the accomplishment of duties set forth herein. Determine when nature and scope of repair involve other trades, e.g., aircraft mechanics, electricians, electronics mechanics, sheet metal/structural repair or integrated systems mechanics and coordinate the work of these individuals with the other trades.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• A security clearance may be required
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement.
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Position may be subject to random drug testing
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Must be a current member of the AF Reserve or willing/qualified to join
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• AFSC: 2A6X1C
• In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C for WG-8600 - Engine Overhaul Family.
• Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-8600 - Engine Overhaul Family.
• Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying.
• Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
• The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of an Aircraft Engine Mechanic without more than normal supervision.
• Knowledge of the installation, operation, and repair of gas turbines or reciprocating aircraft engines and accessory systems.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Knowledge of engine repair practices to identify and correctly choose between alternative methods and trade techniques, adapt accepted repair procedures to new or unfamiliar engines or accessory systems, to anticipate required tools and parts, and to set up the work area.
• Knowledge of documentation procedures.
• Knowledge in the interpretation, certification and use of technical orders, manufacturers' manuals, engine records, maintenance bulletins, and other technical information.
• Skill in the use of measuring instruments such as vibration analyzers, pyrometers, engine analyzers, engine diagnostic computer systems, data transfer sets, and test benches.
• Ability to troubleshoot engine malfunctions, interpret trouble reports or observed instrument readings, appearances, etc., make a tentative diagnosis; select needed tools and test equipment; and disassemble the engine or accessory system to locate the defect.
• Ability to repair and rework engine parts and components and replace accessories such as portions of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
• This is a testing designated position (TDP). The employee is subject to random drug testing.
• May be required to fly in commercial and military aircraft to perform temporary/permanent duty assignments and or to support Air Expeditionary Force (AEF) contingencies.
• May be required to obtain special certification training (i.e., Red X, engine run, etc.).
• The incumbent may be required to work overtime to meet workload demands.
• May be subject to shift work and uncommon tours of duty.
• Performs other duties and shop details, as assigned.
• May be required to work overtime, rotating shifts, uncommon tours, weekends, etc.
• The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required.

Nice To Haves

• Must be a current member of the AF Reserve or willing/qualified to join

Responsibilities

• Serves as technical authority to perform/coordinate/oversee troubleshooting and analysis of gas turbine engines to determine air worthiness of propulsion systems installed on aircraft on the flight-line and uninstalled in back shop and test cell capacities.
• Coordinates, oversees and performs the disassembly, repair, overhaul, inspection and reassembly of aircraft propulsion systems, sub-assemblies, and components.
• Skilled/certified in the operation and maintenance of diagnostic test equipment, on-board electronic equipment, a variety of special equipment, hand, measurement and power tools.
• Enforces and complies with safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work area.
• Certify, utilize and enforce the work produced under the USAF Technical Order Program and applicable commercial aircraft/propulsion manuals.
• Removes or installs entire propulsion systems from/on aircraft, test cell and maintenance stand working as a member or leader of a team.
• Maintain, inspect, operate and certify test cell and hush house.
• Prepare effective training plans to maximize training for assigned personnel.
• Perform Engine Health Management (EHM) program duties and properly document propulsion system maintenance in historical records and the Maintenance Information System (MIS).

Benefits

• All the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service.
• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

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