USAJOBS · 3 months ago
TACTICAL AIRCRAFT MECHANIC
Belle Chasse, Louisiana, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$35.80/hr - $47.15/hr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Tactical Aircraft Mechanic for the 159th Fighter Wing of the Air National Guard. The role involves directing the maintenance efforts on assigned aircraft, ensuring airworthiness, and leading a team of mechanics in various aircraft operations and inspections.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
Security Clearance RequiredU.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Directs, monitors or performs overall maintenance, servicing, inspections and documentation for one or more aircraft
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 ensure 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
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
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
Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises and Operations Other Than War (OOTW)
Complies with safety, fire, security, environmental and housekeeping regulations
Performs other as duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
You must provide transcripts and/or other documentation as proof to support your Educational claims
National Guard Membership is required
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
Must maintain appropriate level of security clearance
Must possess experience or training that has provided the candidate with the skill to remove and replace aircraft parts, accessories, and components, and to make adjustments and settings according to established specifications; in the use of hand tools and test equipment
Must possess at least Eighteen (18) months of experience or training installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting, and functionally testing the various major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems on an aircraft during overhaul or modification; experience coordinating the work of other mechanics, and scheduling maintenance to ensure completion of critical actions and optimum workflow; must have the ability to instruct lower graded mechanics, military and other personnel in the disassembly and re-assembly of crash damaged engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulic components, and fuel controls sufficient for the exhibit to be returned to its shipping container
Must possess at least Thirty-Six (36) months of experience or training equivalent to or exceeding the WG-10 or WU-10 grade level, positions at this grade level may include performing duties as a dedicated crew chief; other positions may include responsibility for performing, 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; some positions may include coordinating the work of other journey-level workers in other trades to work simultaneously on the aircraft; other positions may include serving as the technical authority to advise on, examine, and approve all airframe, mechanical, electrical, and pneudraulic repairs of assigned aircraft
Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission
Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day
The duties and responsibilities of your 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
Benefits
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.
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