Aircraft Inspector

Army National Guard Units • Forbes AFB, KS

12h • Onsite

About The Position

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for an AIRCRAFT INSPECTOR, Position Description Number D0392000 and is part of the KS AASF 1, National Guard. The Aircraft Inspector will provide inspection and certification of maintenance performed on assigned aircraft.

Requirements

• KANSAS NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
• Must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance within one year of appointment.
• Incumbent is subject to uncommon tours of duty, rotational shift assignments and wartime duty, for which compensatory time off will be granted.
• May be required to fly in military or commercial aircraft for TDY purposes.
• Eligible for NGB Non-Aviator Flying Status when designated to participate in Army Maintenance Test Flights.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Military Grades: E-5 through E-9
• Military Compatibility: 15 Series
• Experience or training that has provided the candidate with the skill to remove and replace aircraft parts, accessories, and components, and to make adjustments and settings according to established specifications.
• Must be skilled in the use of hand tools and test equipment.
• In addition to journey-level experience or training equivalent to or exceeding the WG-10 grade level, positions at this grade level may include performing duties as a dedicated crew chief.
• Experience or training in the use of common hand tools to make mechanical repairs.
• Experience removing and installing aircraft parts, components, and accessories with detailed guidance.
• Experience in following detailed instructions in making routine, reoccurring repairs and modifications to aircraft parts, subassemblies, and components, e.g., such as jacking and leveling aircraft, installing, and adjusting engines, landing gear assemblies, instrument panels, and flight control systems.

Nice To Haves

• If you are currently receiving a military bonus, prior to applying for or accepting a T32 Technician position please verify with your education/retention and services office to ensure your bonus will not be negatively affected.
• Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Provide inspection and certification of maintenance performed on assigned aircraft.
• Performing, coordinating, and/or overseeing the work and any periodic inspections to be done on an aircraft whether it is alone, or with the assistance of other mechanics and/or workers.
• Coordinating the work of other journey-level workers in other trades to work simultaneously on the aircraft.
• Serving as the technical authority to advise on, examine, and approve all airframe, mechanical, electrical, and pneudraulic repairs of assigned aircraft.

Benefits

• 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.
• Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

What This Job Offers

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