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AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR

Air National Guard Units · Department of the Air Force · Portland, Oregon

Federal agencyGS-11
At a glance

A job with Air National Guard Units in Portland, Oregon. It pays $80,465$104,610 per year at grade GS-11. Applications close on Sep 21, 2026 — 5 days left.

Working pattern
On site
Who can apply
National Guard and reserves
Clearance
Secret

Main duties

  • As a AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR, GS-1101-11, this position is located within an Air National Guard flying unit, Aircraft Generation Squadron.
  • Its purpose is to serve as the Aircraft Maintenance Coordinator, with responsibility for the overall maintenance effort on the flightline to include work operations performed by two or more distinct organizational units and controlled by a number of separate supervisors.
  • The position does not have supervisory duties or responsibilities.
  • Responsible for the total squadron maintenance program, manages the overall direction of the maintenance effort, and enforces safe maintenance practices.
The original posting

Full details

About the role

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR, Position Description Number D1528000 and is part of the Oregon Air National Guard 142nd Wing, National Guard.

What you will do

  • As a AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR, GS-1101-11, this position is located within an Air National Guard flying unit, Aircraft Generation Squadron.
  • Its purpose is to serve as the Aircraft Maintenance Coordinator, with responsibility for the overall maintenance effort on the flightline to include work operations performed by two or more distinct organizational units and controlled by a number of separate supervisors.
  • The position does not have supervisory duties or responsibilities.
  • Responsible for the total squadron maintenance program, manages the overall direction of the maintenance effort, and enforces safe maintenance practices.
  • In addition, responsible for identifying, assembling, and managing critical equipment items.
  • Priority is placed on aircraft supporting operational requirements, scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, and aircraft used for maintenance and/or operations training.
  • The focus is on aircraft generation in order to meet mission requirements.
  • Incumbent has maintenance authority on airworthiness of aircraft based on knowledge of aircraft systems and safety of flight concerns.
  • Ensures that a pilot pickup is accomplished for critical parts in order to expedite repairs of Not-Mission-Capable aircraft that receive the highest priority and depends on the critical need for the aircraft and its return to service.
  • May verify Mission Capable (MICAP) requisitions.
  • Participates in establishing the monthly and weekly maintenance plans.
  • Attends the daily maintenance planning meetings for the purpose of incorporating unscheduled maintenance into the weekly and daily maintenance plans.
  • Evaluates workload requirements and makes changes to aircraft utilization schedules as required.
  • Takes prompt and decisive action to make on-the-spot adjustments to maintenance repair priorities necessitated by unscheduled maintenance requirements.
  • Controls and coordinates maintenance activity on the flightline.
  • Monitors aircraft maintenance in progress and evaluates estimated completion time against scheduling and planning requirements.
  • Anticipates problems and directs changes of flightline activities in order to meet mission schedules.
  • May be required to coordinate with supervisors to select workers and assign tasks to be performed.
  • When necessary, initiates action to resolve personnel shortages and coordinates requirements with the Maintenance Operations Center (MOC).
  • Reviews work in progress or upon completion for compliance with policies and procedures.
  • Ensures utilization of proper tools and equipment and adherence to technical data inperformance of maintenance.
  • Determines methods necessary to meet mission requirements including authorizing and directing cannibalization on assigned aircraft.
  • Cannibalization actions will be coordinated with the MOC and Supply.
  • Ensures aircraft status is accurately reported in accordance with Air Force instructions, reports, and applicable supplements.
  • Works closely with the expediter and MOC to ensure that actual aircraft status matches the aircraft status reported in the automated reporting system.
  • Understands, executes, and coordinates specific disaster control duties including the provisions contained Air Force instructions, with regard to movement of aircraft, support equipment, and evacuation of flightline personnel.
  • Decisions will be made based on safeguarding personnel first, followed by protecting aircraft, equipment, and other resources.
  • Maintains a current on-base disaster map with cordon overlay and appropriate checklists for use during disasters or exercises.
  • Performs other duties as assigned. *The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position's official duties.
  • For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialists at the bottom of the announcement.

Education

TO QUALIFY ON EDUCATION ALONE: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related If you are using education to qualify for this position you must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims.

To receive credit for education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the education requirements for this position.

How you will be evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your supporting documentation will used to determine eligibility. Your rating will be based on both your entire application package as well as the responses to the assessment questionnaire.

Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully.

Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Documents you must provide

  • Detailed resume (2 page maximum) showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
  • Supporting documentation that show you meet the military rank and AFSC requirements if necessary (Applicants outside of the ORANG must submit documents showing award of AFSC such as a tech school certificate, Data Brief, vMPF rip, and/or DD214).
  • Transcripts, license, or certification that you meet the education requirements if necessary.
  • The following items may be submitted as supporting documentation: Cover Letter, DD-214/ Statement of Service, Diploma/ GED, License, OF-306, Form DD369 Police Record Check, PCS Orders, Performance Appraisal, Professional Certification, Proof of Enrollment, Resume, Separation Notice (RIF), SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action, Supplemental Application, and Transcript RESUME REMINDER - Your 2 page resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title, Duties (should not be copied and pasted from the announcement or PD and be as detailed as possible), Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2018 to April 2021), Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week), and Series and Grade (applicable for all Federal positions you have held).
  • Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions in the assessment by addressing your work experience in detail.
  • Resumes must be limited to 2 pages.
  • Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications.
  • To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title.
  • If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy.
  • We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications.
  • Using the USA Jobs resume builder is highly encouraged.

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.

If you have any additional questions, please contact the HR personnel listed below. Mr. Edward Chitwood Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office *** DSN 355-3303 *** Mrs. Emma Prosser Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office *** DSN 355-3308 *** Mr. Brandon Webb Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office *** DSN 355-3053 ***

Additional information

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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