AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (Title 32)

This National Guard position is for an AIRCRAFT MECHANIC, Position Description Number NGD1366000 and is part of 114 MXS. This is a Permanent, Title 32, Dual-Status position. AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: - Members of the South Dakota Air National Guard.

Qualifications

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Selected individual must be assigned to a compatible military position in the following AFSC upon date of hire: AFSC 2A3X3, 2A5X1, 2A5X2, 2A5X4, 2A3X7. Aptitude scores can be checked on the vMPF or at the Customer Service in the Force Support Squadron and physical profile in the medical squadron. Military grade inversion within the full-time work force is not permitted. The military grade of the full time supervisor must equal or exceed the military grade of personnel supervised. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training that has provided the candidate with the skill to remove and replace aircraft parts, accessories, and components, and to make adjustments and settings according to established specifications. Must be skilled in the use of hand tools and test equipment. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 18 months experience in the KSAs listed below. Experience or training installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting and functionally testing the various major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems on an aircraft during overhaul or modification. Experience coordinating the work of other mechanics, and scheduling maintenance to ensure completion of critical actions and optimum workflow. Must have the ability to instruct lower graded mechanics, military and other personnel in the disassembly and re-assembly of crash damaged engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulic components, and fuel controls sufficient for the exhibit to be returned to its shipping container. Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities (KSAs): Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a separate sheet(s) addressing the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) and how they relate to work experience, education or training Knowledge and ability to troubleshoot aircraft systems, diagnose malfunctions, and determine their remedies. Skill to initiate necessary documentation of aircraft maintenance actions using 781 series forms and IMDS computer based data system. Knowledge and ability to train 2A3X3 personnel on aircraft maintenance procedures. Skill in organizing time daily, weekly, and monthly to meet job requirements, schedules, and work center additional duties.