AIRCRAFT MECHANIC with Security Clearance - Westfield, MA, United States - Department of the Air Force

Description

Duties (1) Directs, monitors or performs overall maintenance, servicing, inspections and documentation for one or more aircraft
Work is performed in complex working conditions under time and/or mission constraints to include all weather and night operations
Works with, coordinates and oversees the work of subordinate aircraft mechanics
Coordinates and oversees the work of journey level workers in other trades working simultaneously on the assigned aircraft
Reviews, trains and prepares to perform battle damage assessment/repair
Participates in mission generation/regeneration operations
Directs multiple specialists in preparing aircraft for combat operations
Expedites aircraft operations to include concurrent servicing, hot pit refueling and/or combat turns or integrated combat turns
Performs preflight, postflight, thru flight, periodic, isochronal, phase, hourly and special inspections, as well as servicing, defueling, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance
Serves as the technical authority to advise on, inspect and approve all airframe, mechanical, electrical/environmental, avionics, engine and pneudraulic repairs on assigned aircraft
Works closely with the production control function to report current aircraft status; requests and coordinates specialist support for accomplishing maintenance exceeding sortie generation capabilities or time constraints
Controls and performs work assignments based upon priorities, workload, availability of parts, facilities, material and personnel
Assigns maintenance and repair functions to subordinate mechanics
Coordinates with production control to direct short notice availability of the aircraft to accomplish work on delayed discrepancies and other scheduled maintenance to meet mission requirements
Observes and inspects performance and work procedures to insure compliance with applicable technical publications, directives and local policy
Accomplishes operational tests of aircraft systems and components
Directs and performs the ground movement of aircraft
Launches, recovers, parks and services aircraft
Performs end of runway inspection
Installs, removes, inspects and adjusts aerial delivery systems to mission requirements
Makes diagnoses and solves malfunctions of aircraft systems and components by utilizing a wide variety of complex state of the art computerized and/or non computerized diagnostic and precision equipment, by studying layout drawings, blueprints and wiring diagrams and by analyzing construction and operating characteristics of aircraft and their components
Performs or oversees maintenance such as troubleshooting, removing, repairing, replacing, rigging, aligning, cleaning, painting and corrosion control
(2) Ensures aircraft documentation and Maintenance Information Systems (MIS) accurately reflect the airworthiness of the Aircraft
Provides technical guidance and assistance to flight crews regarding observed discrepancies and experienced in-flight characteristics and system malfunctions
Performs or assists in aircrew debriefing when required
(3) Performs in-process and final inspection of aircraft and components undergoing repair, overhaul and/or modification to verify and certify by signature adherence to work techniques, procedures and quality standards established by applicable publications
Completed work is reviewed for adherence to maintenance policy independently to determine that the aircraft is prepared and safe for flight
Due to the nature of operations tempo, must make decisions on a wide range of matters that may involve changes to past precedents to ensure completion of the mission
Clears Red X symbols on aircraft forms, accomplishes or directs engine power runs, may taxi aircraft in accordance with applicable directives
(4) Plans, develops and conducts training during the technician work week to a multi facet workforce comprised of from 3 to 8 assigned military positions
Training sessions are designed to provide instructions in techniques of repair and maintenance of aircraft and related equipment
Conducts and certifies Cross Utilization Training (CUT) of non WG-88XX series Aircraft Mechanics to meet mission requirements
Selects the appropriate instructional method, utilizing either formalized classroom or practical on-the-job method of instruction
Evaluates and certifies effectiveness of training by observation as the trainee performs the task(s)
(5) Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises and Operations Other Than War (OOTW)
May be required to perform such additional duties as structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operation, maintenance of facilities and equipment or to serve as a team member on boards to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies
(6) Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements Conditions of Employment

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED

If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Favorable background check is required.
• Incumbent must possess or be able to acquire the appropriate level security clearance for this position

Qualifications *This is an indefinite position, tenure 3, with a time limit determined by the needs of the agency
Any permanent military technician who is selected for this position will become tenure 3
The selectee will receive the same benefits and entitlements as the tenure 1 employee, but will be considered tenure 3 for purposes of reduction in force
If a permanent resource becomes available, incumbent may be converted to a permanent appointment without competition

• Military Grades:

ENL:

A1C-TSGT Compatible Military Assignments:

AFSC:
2A3X3 *All applications will be considered regardless of Branch AFSC*AREA OF CONSIDERATION : Open to current members of the Massachusetts Air National Guard and those eligible/willing to transfer/enlist

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED :
This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard
Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform
Acceptance of an excepted service position Constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment
Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement
If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a Massachusetts Army National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position


GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Must have experience, education or training which it has provided me with the skill to remove and replace aircraft parts, accessories, and components, and to make adjustments and settings according to established specifications
I am skilled in the use of hand tools and test equipment


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least 18 months experience coordinating, and/or overseeing the work and any periodic inspections to be done on an aircraft whether it is alone, or with the assistance of other mechanics and/or workers
This may include coordinating the work of other journey-level workers in other trades to work simultaneously on the aircraft
This also may include serving as the technical authority to advise on, examine, and approve all airframe, mechanical, electrical, and pneudraulic repairs of assigned aircraft
PART-


TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE :
Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work
You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of months/years


VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE :

Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g.

, professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social)
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience
Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency ( )
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application
MILITARY INCENTIVES -BONUSES AND STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM : If you are selected for this position, you may lose your eligibility for your National Guard Enlistment/Reenlistment Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program incentives
In order to avoid losing your incentive eligibility, you should check with your incentives manager prior to accepting an offer for the position
For M-Day/Traditional personnel who are currently receiving incentives to include Bonuses and th