Aircraft Mechanic Supervisor

Air National Guard Units • Scotia, NY

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About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position with the 109th Airlift Wing. The Aircraft Mechanic Supervisor (WS-8852-10) supervises workers, directly or through subordinate leaders or supervisors, in performing the operations of a distinct organizational unit and also performs associated nonsupervisory work. The occupation and nonsupervisory grade level that best reflect the overall work supervised is Aircraft Mechanic, WG-8852-10.

National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state is required before the effective date of placement, and the selectee must wear the military uniform. The position may require irregular or overtime hours to support operations or contingencies. It may also require work outside the normal duty day. A two-year trial period may be required. Federal employment suitability is subject to a background investigation; for positions requiring a Secret or Top Secret clearance, the applicant must possess or be able to obtain the clearance within one year of appointment. This position is covered by the Lautenberg Amendment, which prohibits an individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence from performing its duties.

Applicants must meet the military-grade, general-experience, and specialized-experience qualifications. Education requirements are not applicable. The duties may significantly affect the environment, and the employee is responsible for maintaining awareness of environmental responsibilities under applicable legal and regulatory requirements and organizational needs.

Requirements

• National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard is required before the effective date of placement; the selectee must wear the military uniform.
• Military grade: enlisted.
• General experience or training removing and replacing aircraft parts, accessories, and components and making adjustments and settings according to established specifications.
• Skill in using hand tools and test equipment.
• At least 36 months of specialized experience beyond journeyman-level knowledge, including planning, directing, and organizing work assignments for lower-grade personnel; reviewing work requirements and setting priorities to meet deadlines; knowledge of the function's various lines of work; ability to supervise or potential to perform supervisory duties, including communicating knowledge of general supervisory concepts and shop processes; and adapting existing equipment and techniques to new situations.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• For positions requiring a Secret or Top Secret clearance, must possess or be able to obtain the clearance within one year of appointment.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• A valid state driver's license is required if the position requires operating motor vehicles.
• Must establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers to support a cooperative working environment and mission accomplishment.
• Must comply with the Lautenberg Amendment; an individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Direct deposit participation is mandatory.
• May be required to successfully complete a two-year trial period.
• Must maintain awareness of environmental responsibilities under applicable legal and regulatory requirements, organizational direction, and changing mission needs.

Responsibilities

• Supervise workers, directly or through subordinate leaders or supervisors, in accomplishing the operations of a distinct organizational unit.
• Perform associated nonsupervisory work.
• Plan, direct, and organize work assignments for lower-grade personnel.
• Review work requirements and establish priorities to meet deadlines.
• Apply knowledge of the various lines of work performed by the function and of shop processes.
• Adapt existing equipment and techniques to new situations.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package; eligibility and specific benefits depend on position type, and applicants are directed to contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

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