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ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC

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

Federal agencyWG-10
At a glance

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 Oct 2, 2026 — 16 days left.

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

Main duties

  • As a ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC, WG-6641-10, this position is located in an Air National Guard, Combat Air Force (CAF) Wing, Maintenance Group, Maintenance Squadron, Munitions Flight.
  • The purpose of this position is to provide munitions support to the state and designated agencies in support of their taskings.
  • This dual status technician position requires military membership.
  • Production Section is comprised of Precision Guided Munitions (PGM), Conventional Maintenance, Line-Delivery and Munitions Support Equipment Elements.
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About the role

This National Guard position is for a ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC, Position Description Number D2575000 and is part of the Oregon Air National Guard 142nd Wing, National Guard.

What you will do

  • As a ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC, WG-6641-10, this position is located in an Air National Guard, Combat Air Force (CAF) Wing, Maintenance Group, Maintenance Squadron, Munitions Flight.
  • The purpose of this position is to provide munitions support to the state and designated agencies in support of their taskings.
  • This dual status technician position requires military membership.
  • Production Section is comprised of Precision Guided Munitions (PGM), Conventional Maintenance, Line-Delivery and Munitions Support Equipment Elements.
  • Assembles/Disassembles, adjust configuration, performs maintenance/test & repair, handles and transports ammunition, rockets, unguided and guided weapons and countermeasures, demolition material, and other types of conventional ordnance such as 40MM, Cluster Bomb Units (CBU), Guided Bomb Units (GBU), general purpose bombs, aircraft canon ammunition, missile systems, decoys, countermeasures to include LUU series flares and dispensers for loading on aircraft based on Unit Committed Munitions List (UCML) and Wings training requirements.
  • Independently troubleshoots electrical/mechanical faults of integrated systems by thoroughly analyzing operating trends.
  • Perform Pre/Post Flight inspection and flight line return inspections.
  • Assigns Weapon Stock Number (WSN) and records builds and teardowns of complete rounds in the accountable property system of record (APSR).
  • Applies determined criteria utilizing fusing and arming systems; technical drawings; precision measuring tools and equipment; wiring diagrams; rigid specifications and close tolerances to examine ordnance systems using a variety of standard precision instruments, gauges and methods.
  • Performs maintenance on electrical, pneumatic, and high pressure air tanks subsystems and assemblies.
  • Configures Munitions Material Handling Equipment (MMHE) for mission support.
  • Delivers in a safe configuration, MMHE/munitions between assembly/staging areas and aircraft parking ramps.
  • Validates expenditure and movement documentation for munitions reconciliation and expenditure reporting.
  • Performs and certifies, armament and support equipment serviceability inspections.
  • Maintains and repairs MMHE for all work orders assigned to maintenance actions.
  • Performs inspections on armament, support, and associated test equipment using a wide variety of processes and techniques.
  • Troubleshoots electrical systems on support equipment for fault isolation IAW electrical wiring schematics, repairs/replaces as required.
  • Repairs/rebuilds hydraulic braking systems and surge brake components on MMHE to include fabrication/bending/routing of brake lines.
  • Prepares, maintains, and updates historical serviceability and maintenance records.
  • Establishes and maintains bench stock and operational stock program.
  • Interprets pilot deficiency reports for missile systems to independently establish repair procedures.
  • Repairs, maintains, and tests functionality and interconnections of electromechanical servo systems, pneumatic, hydraulic, mechanical, and electric motor systems in missile and decoy platforms.
  • Documents PGM serviceability in enterprise wide database Tactical Munitions Reporting System (TMRS) for equipment specialist review and trend data analysis.
  • Coordinates with Air Logistics Complex (ALC) Special Program Offices (SPO) with Time Compliance Technical Order (TCTO) reporting, software/mapping updates and deficiency reporting.
  • Materiel Section is comprised of Operations, Inspections and Stockpile Management Elements.
  • Manages allocations, stock levels, inventories, requisitions, and disposition of munitions.
  • Validates, maintains, and provides security of accountable/auditable records.
  • Ensures segregation of duties is maintained both physically and within the accountable property system of record (APSR).
  • Manages excess munitions program.
  • Coordinates scheduling of complete, custody, special munitions inventories and compiles inventory adjustment packages as required.
  • Notifies the Munitions Accountable Systems Officer (MASO) and munitions supervision if information or data suggests mismatches, negligence, fraud, or theft involving munitions accountability.
  • Implements forecasting and allocation procedures for munitions levels.
  • Coordinates with the Munitions Inspection and Storage/ Handling Elements prior to requisitioning assets for inclusion in the Master Storage Plan.
  • Establishes and maintains the munitions inspection program; approved marking, packaging, and seals; shelf and service life monitoring program; and certifies munitions residue for all munitions assets.
  • 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

No education requirement associated with 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, Disability Letter (Schedule A), Disability Letter (VA), License, OF-306, Form DD369 Police Record Check, PCS Orders, Performance Appraisal, Professional Certification, Proof of Enrollment, Resume, Separation Notice (RIF), SF-15, 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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