Aircraft Mechanic Leader

Air National Guard Units • Portland, OR

12d • Onsite

About The Position

This National Guard position is for an AIRCRAFT MECHANIC LEADER, WL-8852-10, located in an Air National Guard Flying Wing, Logistics Directorate, Aircraft Maintenance Division, Accessories Element, Repair and Reclamation Shop. The primary purpose of this position is to lead three or more subordinates. In addition, performs journey level duties involving maintenance and repair of aircraft components such as wheels, tires, flight controls, canopies, and landing gear, both on and off aircraft systems. Also performs general heavy airframe maintenance beyond capability of other maintenance shops, as well as recovery and reclamation of damaged equipment, or crashed aircraft. This position requires military membership. It is designated for NGB Enlisted incumbents only. Incumbent performs duties necessary to accomplish maintenance and leader functions in support of programs essential to ANG daily operations, training, and readiness missions.

Requirements

• National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the 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.
• Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; shift work and/or overtime may be required.
• Federal employment suitability required and determined by a background investigation before appointment to position.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain the necessary security clearance for the position.
• Military Assignment Requirement: Open to Enlisted members only
• Military Rank/Grade Requirement: Minimum Rank TSgt/E-6 to Maximum Rank MSgt/E-7
• Compatible Military AFSC Requirement: 2A3X3
• This is not a cross training opportunity.
• Cross training opportunity - Applicants who do not possess the compatible AFSC will still be considered but must meet Specialized experience qualifications listed below.
• Must attend technical school for award of the AFSC within 12 months of hire.
• Applicants outside of the ORANG must submit documents showing award of AFSC such as a tech school certificate, Data Brief, vMPF rip, and/or DD214.
• Work involves the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, overhaul, and modification of fixed and rotary wing aircraft systems, airframes, components, and assemblies, where the work requires substantive knowledge of the airframe and aircraft mechanical, pneudraulic, and/or electrical systems and their interrelationships.
• Some work situations within this series may require varying levels of electronics knowledge.
• 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.
• Must have 24 months experience.
• In addition to journey-level experience or training equivalent to or exceeding the WG-10 or WU-10 grade level, positions at this grade level may include performing duties as a dedicated crew chief.
• Other positions may include responsibility for 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.
• Some positions may include coordinating the work of other journey-level workers in other trades to work simultaneously on the aircraft.
• Other positions may include serving as the technical authority to advise on, examine, and approve all airframe, mechanical, electrical, and pneudraulic repairs of assigned aircraft.
• In addition to the journeyman level knowledge, experience which demonstrates the ability to plan, organize, and lead the work of others in fields directly related the repair function of this occupational series.
• Must have the ability to perform administrative functions; to read and interpret a variety of technical publications used in the repair of supported equipment.
• The ability to provide guidance to others in work related directly to this occupational series.

Responsibilities

• On a regular and recurring basis, leads three or more aircraft mechanic subordinates in performing all phases of repair and reclamation on aircraft systems and equipment, utilizing lifting bags, cranes, hoists, slings, forklifts, and other heavy equipment.
• Monitors work of assigned personnel, sets the work pace, conveys work assignments, and assures that materials, tools, equipment, and stock are available. Coordinates and works with aircraft mechanics, and performs journey level work as required.
• Assures that assigned personnel are fully utilized and work is accomplished in accordance with established time frames and priorities. Checks work in progress and/or upon completion for compliance with the supervisor's instructions, appropriate technical orders, etc. Serves as a technical advisor by answering questions regarding appropriate procedures, policies, written instructions, and other directives. Assures that safety, housekeeping, security, and other environmental rules are followed.
• Advises the supervisor of overall work operations, status and progress of work, causes for delays, problems encountered, and individual performance (e.g., additional on-the-job training requirements for individual employees). As requested by the supervisor, provides functional planning for the inspection docks. On a daily basis, recommends adjustments in work schedules to provide optimum utilization of personnel in support of functional requirements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

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.
• Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
• 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