A job with Air National Guard Units in Portland, Oregon. It pays $38.87–$45.35 per hour (annualised at 2,087 hours) at grade WG-10. Applications close on Nov 16, 2026 — 15 days left.
- Working pattern
- On site
- Who can apply
- Excepted service, National Guard and reserves
- Clearance
- Secret
Main duties
- As an AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC, WG-8268-10, this technician position serves as a Pneudraulic System Mechanic within a fuel systems shop responsible for inspection, repair and maintenance of aircraft fuel cells and in-flight refueling systems.
- Utilizing extensive knowledge of fuel systems maintenance practices and procedures, incumbent troubleshoots the systems and determines extent and type of preventive and/or repair maintenance required and performs all necessary repairs, installation and operational checks.
- Utilizing electrical wiring diagrams, blueprints, schematics and technical publications, determines extent and type of preventative and/or repair maintenance required.
- Performs organizational and intermediate maintenance on aircraft fuel systems components, and equipment to include fuel cells, drop tanks, regulators, pumps, relief valves and fuel accessories.
Full details
About the role
This National Guard position is for an AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC, Position Description Number D0097000 and is part of the Oregon Air National Guard 142nd Wing, National Guard.
What you will do
- As an AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC, WG-8268-10, this technician position serves as a Pneudraulic System Mechanic within a fuel systems shop responsible for inspection, repair and maintenance of aircraft fuel cells and in-flight refueling systems.
- Utilizing extensive knowledge of fuel systems maintenance practices and procedures, incumbent troubleshoots the systems and determines extent and type of preventive and/or repair maintenance required and performs all necessary repairs, installation and operational checks.
- Utilizing electrical wiring diagrams, blueprints, schematics and technical publications, determines extent and type of preventative and/or repair maintenance required.
- Performs organizational and intermediate maintenance on aircraft fuel systems components, and equipment to include fuel cells, drop tanks, regulators, pumps, relief valves and fuel accessories.
- Also performs required maintenance RC- activities associated with time compliance technical orders (TCTC) involving aircraft fuel systems, in-flight refueling systems and related components.
- Connects power sources, and using cockpit controls, gauges and additional precision instruments, performs operational and functional checks of in-flight refueling, single point refueling and fuel transfer systems and related valves, pumps, switches, selectors, and control devices.
- Performs leak check of aircraft fuel systems by visual inspection or by removal of panels and dye tracing fuel leaks.
- Determines serviceability of fuel cell sealant and replaces it when required.
- Examines faulty components and determines feasibility of repair, replacement and/or need for submitting unsatisfactory reports.
- Repairs, reassembles, and installs fuel system components and performs operational tests using bench and other related test equipment.
- Diagnoses and overhauls fuel accessories by disassembling, cleaning, and examining parts for corrosion, scratches, cracks or other damage.
- Replaces gaskets and worn parts, reassembles accessories, adjusts and tests to insure proper operation in accordance with standards in technical data.
- Controls entry into fuel cell repair areas.
- Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations such as ORI.
- IG and DE 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.
- 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.
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 (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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