AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (Title 32)

Army National Guard Units • North Kingstown, RI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service position for an Aircraft Mechanic (Title 32), PD# 0483000, within the RI AASF. The role is located in an Army Aviation Support Facility and involves the full range of aircraft maintenance duties, including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repair, and ground testing of assemblies, systems, and surfaces for military aircraft, both fixed and rotary wing.

Requirements

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Must be a member in the Rhode Island Army National Guard (RIARNG).
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Must not have been convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers.
• MILITARY GRADES: E-3 to E-6. Must indicate rank on resume.
• For Dual-Status Technician positions, service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required.
• Must be assigned to a compatible military AFSC/MOS and obtain/maintain all requirements of the AFSC/MOS.
• General Experience: Experience or training in removing and replacing aircraft parts, accessories, and components, and making adjustments and settings according to established specifications. Skilled in the use of hand tools and test equipment.
• Specialized Experience: Experience or training in installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting, and functionally testing major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems on an aircraft during overhaul or modification.
• Experience coordinating the work of other mechanics and scheduling maintenance.
• Ability to instruct lower graded mechanics, military and other personnel in the disassembly and re-assembly of crash-damaged aircraft components.

Nice To Haves

• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required.
• May be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Commitment to improving the efficiency of the Federal government.
• Passion for the ideals of our American republic.
• Commitment to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Responsibilities

• Perform inspections, functional checks, and preventive maintenance on assigned aircraft, including pre-inspection, daily inspection, pre- and post-flight inspections, and special inspections.
• Conduct checks on hydraulic, electrical, transmission, power systems, etc.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform unscheduled maintenance on assigned and transient aircraft.
• Perform the full range of repair and testing of aircraft systems, assemblies, and surfaces using various methods and equipment.
• Remove components and assemblies, repair or replace defective parts, and reassemble repaired items into the aircraft.
• Install, align, and make adjustments to major components and assemblies such as engines, propeller/rotors, transmissions, and hydraulic systems.
• Conduct ground functional tests of all aircraft systems.
• Service aircraft with oil, de-icing fluid, fuel, and hydraulic fluid.
• Launch and recover assigned and transient aircraft, performing inspections prior to takeoff.
• Inspect for conditions such as oil, fuel, and hydraulic leaks, cut lines, tires, and loose panels.
• May be required to perform additional duties such as firefighting, aircraft crash/rescue, and snow removal.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
• Access to a range of benefits designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position and whether it is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

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