A job with Air National Guard Units in Portland, Oregon. It pays $32.42–$42.68 per hour (annualised at 2,087 hours) at grade WG-08. Applications close on Sep 25, 2026 — 8 days left.
- Working pattern
- On site
- Who can apply
- Excepted service, National Guard and reserves
- Clearance
- Secret
Main duties
- As an AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS MECHANIC, WG-6652-8/10, this position is located in the Egress Shop of the Aerospace Systems Section, Field Maintenance Branch, Maintenance Division.
- The primary purpose of this position is to perform on and off equipment maintenance on aircraft egress systems, such as aircraft ejection seats, extraction and escape systems, egress components of jettison canopies, explosive components of escape hatches and doors, and egress trainers.
- Troubleshoots, installs, removes, repairs, modifies, adjusts, inspects, and tests such components as regulators, flow indicators, actuator motors, thruster and positioning mechanisms, seat actuators, catapult guide rails, ejection seats, rocket packs, and canopies, etc. Inspects for safety, serviceability and maintainability of systems prior to installation, removal, repair, or adjustments of components and insures proper installation and positioning of safety pins, initiators, simulators, and de-arming mechanisms.
- Visually inspects ballistic lines, tubes, hoses, and linkage for damage, deterioration, restrictions, and security of connections and mounting, and performs corrective maintenance as required.
Full details
About the role
This National Guard position is for an AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS MECHANIC, Position Description Number D0115000 and is part of the Oregon Air National Guard 142nd Wing, National Guard.
What you will do
- As an AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS MECHANIC, WG-6652-8/10, this position is located in the Egress Shop of the Aerospace Systems Section, Field Maintenance Branch, Maintenance Division.
- The primary purpose of this position is to perform on and off equipment maintenance on aircraft egress systems, such as aircraft ejection seats, extraction and escape systems, egress components of jettison canopies, explosive components of escape hatches and doors, and egress trainers.
- Troubleshoots, installs, removes, repairs, modifies, adjusts, inspects, and tests such components as regulators, flow indicators, actuator motors, thruster and positioning mechanisms, seat actuators, catapult guide rails, ejection seats, rocket packs, and canopies, etc. Inspects for safety, serviceability and maintainability of systems prior to installation, removal, repair, or adjustments of components and insures proper installation and positioning of safety pins, initiators, simulators, and de-arming mechanisms.
- Visually inspects ballistic lines, tubes, hoses, and linkage for damage, deterioration, restrictions, and security of connections and mounting, and performs corrective maintenance as required.
- Stores egress explosives IAW AFOSH standards.
- Inspects pressurization system air pressure gauges for sufficient pressure and bottles and regulators for general condition and serviceability.
- Checks canopy and capsule structure and associated seals, latches, and locks for damage and security.
- Installs and maintains Jet Assistance Take Off (JATO) systems when applicable.
- Isolates the malfunction and takes necessary corrective action.
- Positions, repairs, and adjusts required aerospace ground equipment, such as rail extensions, hoists, sling, dollies, and trailers used in performing maintenance tasks.
- Performs installation, modification, and repair of aircraft egress systems.
- Solves unusual installation and maintenance problems by studying layout drawings, schematic and wiring diagrams, applicable technical publications, and analyzing construction and operating characteristics of egress systems.
- Selects proper maintenance and repair procedures and corrects the malfunction and/or defective equipment.
- Diagnoses recurring malfunctions and recommends corrective action by initiation of Quality Deficiency Reports, proposed modifications, or other appropriate action.
- Performs Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO'S) related to egress systems.
- Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations such as ORI, IG and UE inspections, mobility, and command support exercises.
- May be required to perform such additional duties as structural firefighting, 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.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
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. Qualified candidates will be assigned to a quality category.
The quality categories are: 1. Highly Qualified: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements for this position. 2.
Qualified: Candidates in this category meet the minimum education and/or experience requirements for this position.
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, Police Background Check - DD369, Military Record Review (vMPF) Rip for AFSC and rank verification., 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 (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 can be as many pages as needed to accurately reflect your experience.
- 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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