POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC with Security Clearance - Portland, OR, United States - Department of the Air Force

Description

Duties As a POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC, WG , this position is located in the Aerospace Ground Equipment Section at ANG Flying Activities and mission support units
The primary purpose of this position is to accomplish maintenance on electronically controlled powered support equipment containing highly complex digital devices and integrated circuits
(1) Responsible for the accurate interpretation of numerous manufacturer drawings, specifications, operating instructions, and test procedures, to troubleshoot, calibrate, align and repair a variety of highly complex pieces of powered support equipment
This includes identifying, repairing or replacing numerous electronic (both digital and analog) components
It also includes the repair of composite materials and state of the art gas compressor turbines and electronically controlled engines
Troubleshoots, repairs, adjusts and aligns down sized powered support equipment
Uses a variety of sophisticated testers, such as analyzers, digital meters, oscilloscopes and other measuring devices to determine repair requirements
Corrects unusual maintenance problems, by interpreting a variety of technical data such as tables, charts, formulas, color codes, wiring diagrams, and schematic symbols
Does circuit analyses, considers integrated circuit relationships, and applies electronic principles in order to fault-isolate and repair the various digital devices contained in highly complex powered support equipment
(2) Performs inspections, preventive maintenance, servicing, repair, and adjustments on complex rotary diesel engines
(3) Must independently determine work sequences, specifications, and special procedures to be used to fault-isolate and repair unusual problems in various pieces of powered support equipment
Conducts classes to train maintenance personnel in operations, test procedures, and troubleshooting requirements of highly complex powered support equipment
(4) Performs intermediate-level maintenance on powered support equipment and non-powered AGE
This includes working on cryogenic equipment, engine and generator changes, removing, repairing, and overhauling of accessories, and rebuilding of units
Engine rebuilding such as removal and replacement of crankshafts, pistons, and other integral parts
Replaces, checks and adjusts valves, bearings, cams, clutches, bushings, springs, armatures, pushrods, exhaust manifolds, tubing, hose and defective wiring
Diagnoses gas turbine malfunctions, using visual and auditory senses, test equipment and applicable technical publications; makes repairs, removes, disassembles and assembles components and sub-systems
(5) Troubleshoots, repairs, overhauls, modifies and operates aerospace ground equipment such as AC and DC power generators, various types of internal combustion engines, air compressors, blowers, hydraulic test stands, cabin leakage testers, portable diesel engine driven generators, emergency lighting units, de-icers, heaters, load banks, hydrostatic testers, cryogenic carts, decontamination units, thermal bath, vacuum pumps, flow meters, lavatory service trailers, air conditioners and various pieces of non-powered AGE
Performs required TCTOs and other modifications on powered support equipment
Performs corrosion control duties such as inspection, cleaning, stripping, sanding, priming and painting of AGE
Performs inspections, calibration and repair on test and shop equipment
(6) Performs maintenance data collection, and prepares other required forms
Maintains Technical Orders, Technical Order Files, commercial technical publications and other directives pertinent to the section
Submits Technical Order Improvement Reports, Material Deficiency Reports and suggestions when required
Ensures that all waste products are properly disposed of and the effective waste minimization processes are used
(7) Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluation such as ORI, IG and UE inspections, mobility, and command support exercises
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 operator, maintenance of facilities and equipment, or serve as a member of a team to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies
(8) Participates and assists in conducting the necessary safety program for the Aerospace Ground Equipment activity
(9) Performs other duties as assigned
Requirements Conditions of Employment

• National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• U.S

citizenship is required.

• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968

An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

• The duties of this job may significantly impact the environment

You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

• Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; shift work and/or overtime may be required.
• Federal employment suitability required and determined by a background investigation before appointment to position.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain the necessary security clearance for the position.

Compatible Military AFSC Assignments: 2A6X2.

• Cross training opportunity - Applicants who do not possess the compatible AFSC will still be considered but must meet Specialized experience qualifications listed below

Must attend technical school for award of the AFSC within 12 months of hire.

Military Grades:
Enlisted members, minimum rank is A1C/E-3 and maximum rank is TSgt/E-6
Applicants outside of the ORANG must submit documents showing current (or previously held) military grade such as a Data Brief, vMPF rip, and/or DD214

Qualifications Areas of Consideration:
Area - Current permanent and indefinite T32 technicians of the Oregon ANG
Area - Current permanent and indefinite T5 employees of the Oregon ANG
Area - Current service members in the Oregon ANG
Area - Individuals in the active-duty US Air Force, Air Force Reserve, or Air National Guard
Area - US Citizens eligible to meet the military requirements for membership in the Oregon ANG
GENERAL and


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Work involves the maintenance and repair of powered ground and similar support equipment used for aircraft ground servicing; missile, aircraft, air control, and radar installations powered support; field combat support; engineering and construction project support; and general utilities, including standby and emergency power generating systems
Experience or training which demonstrates the knowledge of mechanical maintenance work; ability to read and use technical manuals, illustrations, diagrams and schematics, and skill in the use of equipment and hand tools used in troubleshooting, testing and repairing equipment
Must have at least 18 months experience or trainingremoving, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing parts, components, and accessories
Experience which provided working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory applying to powered support equipment and systems; and skill to replace, fit, install, and make adjustments
Experience which provided working knowledge of the makeup and operation of the various individual systems maintained and their interrelationships
Experience reading and interpreting parts lists, manufactures' repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics
Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement

Additional information Alternate Application Methods:
Current AGR members (Oregon ANG only) intending to remain AGR must submit the following: 1) NGB Form 34-1, Application for Active Guard/Reserve (AGR) - Position Announcement number and position title must be annotated on this form
2) Current Report of Individual Personnel (RIP) - In lieu of a RIP, applicant may provide a printout from the Virtual MPF (VMPF)
Documents must show your ASVAB scores
3) Copy of current physical fitness assessment
4) AF Form 422, Notification of Air Force Member's Qualification Status
For cross training opportunities (refer to Conditions of Employment above), AGR applicants should reference the qualifications needed to enter the AFSC being hired for described in the current Air Force Enlisted or Officer Classification Directory
Complete application packet should be in a single PDF format document with the Announcement Number and Last Name ONLY as the file name (example: OR-AF-24-0XX Last name) Please email completed packages to the personnel listed below
Please include the complete announcement number and last name in the subject line
The following applies to

Bargaining Unit Positions:
Bargaining unit positions within the Oregon National Guard that are represented by AFGE, local 2986 (AFL-CIO)

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 ( ).

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