Aircraft Mechanic

Army National Guard Units • Joint Base Lewis-McChord, WA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Washington Army National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Unit Technician position, classified as WG-8852-10, located at Army Aviation Support Facility 1, Joint Base Lewis-McChord, Washington. The appointment is permanent and in the excepted service. The position is advertised as enlisted and may be used to fill one or more vacancies.

The Aircraft Mechanic performs inspections, functional checks, preventive and unscheduled maintenance, troubleshooting, diagnosis, repairs, and testing on assigned and transient aircraft. Work includes servicing aircraft, inspecting and maintaining aircraft systems and components, and launching and recovering aircraft. The mechanic may also perform additional duties such as firefighting, aircraft crash response and rescue, and snow removal. Other temporary, minor, or incidental tasks may be assigned.

This position requires Washington Army National Guard membership, a compatible military assignment, and attainment of MOS 15T within one year of appointment. The selected applicant must meet the stated experience and employment conditions, including maintaining the required security clearance and driver's licenses. The position may occasionally require work outside normal duty hours, and overtime may be required.

Requirements

• Military grades: PFC/E3 through SFC/E7.
• Must be assigned to a compatible military position and attain MOS 15T within one year of appointment; applicants need not already hold the MOS or be assigned to the position to apply.
• Must maintain membership in the Washington Army National Guard for continued employment.
• Must have a valid Washington state driver's license and military driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain a Government Travel Card and attend schools deemed necessary by the supervisor.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Must complete Army Avoidance Course training when starting work if required as a person who drives Army-owned or leased vehicles.
• Must be registered for Selective Service if a male born after December 31, 1959, when applicable.
• Must not have a qualifying conviction under the Lautenberg Amendment that would prohibit performing the position's duties.
• Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers.
• Must have general experience or training removing and replacing aircraft parts, accessories, and components, making adjustments and settings to specifications, and using hand tools and test equipment.
• Must have at least 18 months of specialized experience or training installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting, and functionally testing major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic aircraft systems during overhaul or modification.
• Must have experience coordinating other mechanics' work and scheduling maintenance to complete critical actions and support workflow.
• Must be able to instruct lower-graded mechanics, military personnel, and others in disassembling and reassembling crash-damaged engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulic components, and fuel controls so the exhibit can be returned to its shipping container.
• High school diploma or GED required; education cannot substitute for specialized experience.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• May occasionally work outside normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• Must maintain awareness of environmental responsibilities under applicable legal and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities

• Perform pre-inspection, daily, pre-flight, post-flight, and other required inspections on assigned aircraft, including fuel contamination checks, oil sampling, and inspection of onboard emergency equipment.
• Conduct checks on aircraft hydraulic, electrical, transmission, power, and other systems.
• Troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform unscheduled maintenance on assigned and transient aircraft.
• Repair and test aircraft systems, assemblies, and surfaces using test equipment, visual checks, and instruments to identify problems and determine repair needs.
• Remove components and assemblies; repair or replace defective parts and components; and reinstall repaired items.
• Install, align, and adjust major components and assemblies, including engines, propeller/rotors, transmissions, and hydraulic systems, assisting specialists as required.
• Adjust related systems that may be affected by repairs and conduct ground functional tests of aircraft systems.
• Service aircraft with oil, de-icing fluid, fuel, and hydraulic fluid.
• Launch and recover assigned and transient aircraft and perform inspections before takeoff.
• Inspect aircraft for oil, fuel, and hydraulic leaks, cut lines, tire issues, and loose panels.
• May perform firefighting, aircraft crash/rescue, snow removal, and other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available; eligibility depends on position type and other factors.
• Certain incentives may be available subject to funding and approval, but are not guaranteed.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED