Aircraft Mechanic

Air National Guard Units • Stewart AFB, NY

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About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position for an Aircraft Mechanic (WG-8852-12), Position Description Number D1525000, with the 105th Airlift Wing. The position acts as crew chief and directs the total maintenance effort on individually assigned complex, high-performance military aircraft, from heavy multi-engine transports to advanced fighters and bombers. The mechanic provides detailed technical insight into each aircraft’s Mission Capability (MC) and develops and recommends actions to maintain Full Mission Capability (FMC). The position also prepares assigned aircraft for Aerospace Expeditionary Force/Wing operations around the world as part of the U.S. Air Force Total Force Mission.

The position requires National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state, and the selectee must wear the military uniform. Federal employment suitability is determined by a background investigation; a two-year trial period may be required. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. A valid state driver’s license is required when the position requires operating motor vehicles. For positions requiring a security clearance, the applicant must possess or be able to obtain one within one year of appointment.

Requirements

• National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state is required before the effective date of placement.
• Must wear the military uniform as a condition of employment.
• Must meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a two-year trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• A valid state driver’s license is required for positions requiring operation of motor vehicles.
• For positions requiring a security clearance, must possess or be able to obtain the clearance within one year of appointment.
• General experience or training must provide the skill to remove and replace aircraft parts, accessories, and components and make adjustments and settings according to established specifications.
• Must be skilled in using hand tools and test equipment.
• Must have 18 months of specialized experience in addition to journey-level experience or training equivalent to or exceeding the WG-10 grade level.
• Must be able to work in complex conditions under time or mission constraints, including all-weather and night operations.

Responsibilities

• Direct the total maintenance effort as crew chief for individually assigned aircraft.
• Assess and provide detailed technical insight into assigned aircraft’s Mission Capability (MC).
• Develop and recommend actions to maintain aircraft at Full Mission Capability (FMC).
• Prepare assigned aircraft for Aerospace Expeditionary Force/Wing operations around the world.
• Perform, coordinate, or oversee aircraft work and periodic inspections, independently or with other mechanics and workers.
• Coordinate work by journey-level workers in other trades working simultaneously on assigned aircraft.
• Serve as technical authority on airframe, mechanical, electrical, and pneudraulic repairs of assigned aircraft, where applicable.
• Work with, coordinate, and oversee subordinate aircraft mechanics.
• Review, train, and prepare to perform battle damage assessment and repair.
• Provide flight crews with technical guidance and assistance regarding observed discrepancies, in-flight characteristics, and system malfunctions.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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