Aircraft Engine Mechanic (Title 32)

Air National Guard Units • Salt Lake City, UT

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This National Guard position is for an Aircraft Engine Mechanic (Title 32), WG-8602-5/8/10, Position Description Number D163500, with the 151 MXS in Salt Lake City, Utah, as part of the Utah Air National Guard. Priority is given to current military members of the Utah Air National Guard. Military membership in the Utah Air National Guard and a compatible military assignment are required; applicants who are not current members must be eligible for immediate membership. The selecting supervisor is SMSgt Joshua Sayers.

The mechanic troubleshoots, repairs, modifies, tests, and evaluates aircraft engines, propulsion components, gearboxes, auxiliary power units, and related systems. The position includes engine runs and test-cell operations, trend analysis, final work certification, and aircraft flight-safety clearance. The mechanic also records engine and component information in maintenance systems, provides technical instruction, investigates recurring malfunctions, and may manage hazardous materials. The position involves preparing for and participating in readiness evaluations and exercises, as well as other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Military membership in the Utah Air National Guard is required, with a compatible military assignment before the effective date of placement; nonmembers must be eligible for immediate membership.
• Compatible military assignment: AFSC 2A6X1; enlisted grade must be between E2 and E6.
• For positions requiring motor-vehicle operation, a valid state driver's license is required.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Medical screening will be completed upon selection for hire.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Resume must detail relevant duties and experience for each position and include employment dates in MM/YYYY format and total hours worked per week.
• General experience: experience or training performing assembly and disassembly and prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories according to technical specifications and procedures, and using trade hand and power tools.
• WG-05 specialized experience: experience using common hand tools to make repetitive mechanical repairs under close supervision and perform simpler routine trade duties.
• WG-08 specialized experience: experience removing and installing components and accessories with detailed guidance and following detailed instructions to make minor aircraft-engine, subassembly, and component repairs and modifications.
• WG-10 specialized experience: experience performing routine assembly and disassembly and prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, assemblies, and accessories; maintaining, overhauling, troubleshooting, testing, and repairing engines, components, and power trains for fixed- and/or rotary-wing aircraft; and determining maintenance needs from work orders, inspection reports, historical records, and personal diagnosis.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot malfunctioning engines and interrelated propulsion-system components; determine required disassembly or certification; and repair or replace defective components, diagnostic computers, and related hardware.
• Analyze malfunctions using schematics, wiring diagrams, blueprints, manufacturer specifications, computer diagnostic data, inspection findings, trend data, and aircrew debriefs.
• Operate installed and uninstalled engines to troubleshoot malfunctions or verify findings.
• Troubleshoot, modify, repair, and sequentially disassemble and assemble gearboxes and auxiliary power units.
• Perform engine test-cell operations and aircraft run-ups; analyze operating parameters, make final adjustments, and verify safe operating condition.
• Perform scheduled and special evaluations of installed engines, auxiliary power units, and associated airframe-mounted systems.
• Interpret engine-management trend data and investigate anomalies to detect adverse trends and help prevent engine failure or damage.
• Certify completed work and critical engine-build measurements, documenting by signature that work and tolerances are correct.
• Certify aircraft as safe for flight by clearing Red X and other Red symbols.
• Verify compatibility of engine components.
• Enter engine and component location, status, and tracking information into CAMS for fighter aircraft and G081 for mobility aircraft.
• Provide instruction in repair and inspection techniques for aircraft engine components and related equipment.
• Investigate recurring malfunctions and initiate corrective action through quality-deficiency or software-deficiency reports.
• Serve as hazardous materials manager as required and follow applicable state and federal rules for reclamation, storage, and transportation of hazardous materials.
• Prepare for and participate in readiness evaluations and exercises, including ORIs, IG inspections, Unit Effectiveness Inspections, and mobility and command support exercises.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees receive access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type, and applicants are advised to contact the hiring agency for details.
• Potential for incentive pay.

What This Job Offers

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