Aircraft Ordnance Systems Mechanic

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command • Barksdale AFB, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position. ARTs are part of the regular career civil service and enjoy all the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service. In addition, ARTs are required to maintain their active membership in the AF Reserve unit where assigned. ARTs receive on average one weekend of military training per month. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART) Small Shop Chief no more than 25% of the time and to perform the same duties as other journey level mechanics assigned to the section and to train reservists in the accomplishment of tasks set forth herein.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• The incumbent must obtain and retain the appropriate security clearance level designated for the position.
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP). The employee is subject to random drug testing.
• Employee must maintain current certifications
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Must be a current member of the AF Reserve or willing/qualified to join
• Ability To Do The Work Of An AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS MECHANIC Without More Than Normal Supervision
• Knowledge of egress and jettison systems used on assigned aircraft and the practices, methods, and processes necessary to test, troubleshoot, inspect, modify and repair them.
• Knowledge of a variety of technical data such as manufacturers handbooks and specifications, technical orders, operating instructions and special instructions relative to explosive or incendiary device and safety precautions related thereto.
• Ability to use canopy blow testers, specialized test gauges, push/pull spring scales, voltmeters, ohm meters, external power supplies, feeler gauges, inside and outside micrometers, vernier calipers, simulated initiators, vacuum pump, altimeters, hundredth second timer clock, and torque wrenches.
• Ability to read and interpret instructions, specifications, and blueprints.
• Ability to use special and standard test equipment, gauges, and hand tools.
• Ability to troubleshoot egress and jettison systems on operational aircraft and aircraft undergoing repair, overhaul, and modification.
• Must satisfactorily complete a pre-employment physical before entrance on duty, unless otherwise exempt.
• AFSC: 2A6X3
• The incumbent is required to meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements.
• The incumbent's regular assignments are primarily ART duties; however, the incumbent may also be assigned non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations.
• If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement.
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Incentive for Student Loan Repayment Program may be offered.

Responsibilities

• Performs small shop chief duties over the journey level mechanics in the section no more than 25% of the time.
• Accomplishes scheduled inspections of egress systems.
• Troubleshoots egress and jettison systems on operational aircraft and aircraft undergoing repair, overhaul, and modification.
• Performs operational (or simulated operational) tests of egress and canopy jettison systems to ensure proper operation of all components using canopy blow testers, specialized test gauges, and push/pull spring scales.
• Complies with safety requirements and complies with security regulations, directives, and policies.
• Removes and installs personnel and drogue parachutes and survival kits.
• Makes necessary inspection of same to ensure proper fit and installation.
• Serves as team leader of employees from other organizations when these employees augment egress/jettison work.
• Stores and controls explosives/incendiary materials for organization.

Benefits

• All the benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service.
• 15 days active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay.
• 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.
• Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more.

What This Job Offers

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