AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC

About the role

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION THAT REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP.

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC, Position Description Number PDD1636000 and is part of the Mississippi National Guard.

What you will do

• As a AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC, WG-8602-10, you will maintain, troubleshoot, remove, repair, install, certify, test and perform operational checks on the turboprop engines, propellers, and associated propulsion system components.
• 1) Removes, installs, certifies, repairs, modifies, overhauls, and installs turboprop engines, reduction gear boxes, turbine modules, compressor modules, auxiliary power units, propellers and related propeller components as required.
• Performs maintenance on all propulsion systems including troubleshooting and diagnosing defects, certifying, conducting bench checks, performing in-shop and on-equipment repairs and overhauls.
• Diagnoses malfunctions using computerized test equipment, schematic diagrams, technical publications and performs the appropriate repair according to the test results and analysis.
• Determines the extent of disassembly necessary to repair, overhaul, replace and certify all engine, propeller and auxiliary power unit parts.
• Cleans and inspects engine and propeller component parts such as turbines, gearboxes, blades, gears, bearings, etc. Assembles engines, propellers and auxiliary power units, adhering to prescribed procedures, torque values, safety methods and clearances.
• Troubleshoots propellers using electric and hydraulic test stands to check for proper operation and evidence of oil leakage.
• Operationally checks engines and propeller assemblies and auxiliary power units, by using the engine test cell facility to meet all full power run checks on the engine and propeller assemblies and auxiliary power units.
• (2) Modifies engines, propellers, auxiliary power units, and components in accordance with Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO) directives; removes and installs engine quick change kits; prepares engines for installation and installs engine and propeller assemblies on aircraft.
• Evaluates technical problems of repair, overhaul, modification and installation of aircraft propulsion systems.
• Solves all types of maintenance problems and performs bench checks and test engine and propeller assemblies for serviceability.
• (3) Performs operational checks of installed propellers, engines, auxiliary power units and sub-systems during aircraft maintenance ground runs in accordance with approved checklists.
• Employs test equipment such as computer borescope, fuel pressure gauges, air pressure gauges, and alignment fixtures.
• Utilizes special tools and precision measuring equipment, high-pressure hydraulic test equipment, and electronic test equipment.
• (4) Performs isochronal and special evaluations on engines, propellers and auxiliary power units.
• Interprets certification findings and determines adequacy of corrective action.
• Certifies installed and repaired engines for compliance with technical publications.
• Performs fixed and mobile test stand functions (which may include maintenance of engine test cell facility); installs special test equipment; performs pre-operational and post operational checks.
• Operates engines and propellers and records test data.
• Operates, certifies, and maintains computerized engine test/trim automated systems (ETTAS) on the engine test cell.
• Evaluates, identifies and corrects problems on propeller and engine components causing vibration or impending failure using the ETTAS system, and vibration analyzer.
• Evaluates engine and propeller performance by computing engine torque and specific fuel consumption.
• Monitors engine RPM and turbine inlet temperatures.
• Evaluates engine and propeller performance and accepts or rejects the individual components.
• Removes engine and propeller from test stand and prepares units for aircraft installation or storage.
• Accomplishes operator maintenance on the aircraft and engine sound suppresser facility, test stands and various pieces of ground equipment, including the auxiliary power unit test cell.
• Performs dynamic propeller balancing and tests the propeller integrated synchophasing.
• Tests variable potentiometers, servo-motors, indicators and aircraft wiring.
• (5) Performs aircraft full power runs and complete engine and propeller efficiency checks.
• Clears Red X symbol documentation on engine and propeller related components.
• (6) Prepares man-hour data collection and required forms for input into the Core Automated Maintenance System (CAMS) or the G081 (AFI 22-2101, CAMS for Mobility).
• Reviews and assists in maintaining Technical Orders (TOs) and other technical publications and directives pertinent to the element.
• (7) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Participation in direct deposit is MANDATORY.
• For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
• For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret), the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
• Ability 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; overtime may be required.
• 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.

Education

No substitution of education for specialized experience.

How you will be evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience.

If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Documents you must provide

• DO NOT USE A MOBILE DEVICE TO SUBMIT APPLICATION DOCUMENTS 1.
• RESUME Your resume MUST BE IN PDF document format.
• The resume maybe submitted in any writing format but must support the specialized experience described in this announcement.
• To avoid plagiarism, DO NOT copy and paste the positions description or qualifications from this announcement into your resume.
• YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FOR PLAGIARISM.
• If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
• For qualifications determinations your resume must contain SALARIES, HOURS WORKED PER WEEK, AND THE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification and you may not be considered for this vacancy.For qualifications determinations your resume must contain SALARIES, HOURS WORKED PER WEEK, JOB DUTIES AND THE DATES OF EMPLOYMENT FOR EACH JOB.
• Example: $55,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2001-July 2009 or January 2001-present.
• DETAILED description of your experience and qualifications.
• If your resume does not contain this information, your application will be marked as incomplete, and you will not receive consideration for this position.
• If you are unable to provide the required documents, it is your responsibility to inform the hiring agency before the job closes.

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

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 (***).