AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC

Air National Guard Units; Port Hueneme (CA); On-site; USD 63,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Air National Guard Units in Port Hueneme, CA, is seeking an Aircraft Engine Mechanic (WG-8602-10) to maintain, troubleshoot, repair and certify turboprop engines and propulsion components. This is a permanent, excepted service position within the Air National Guard, with a Secret clearance and a posted hourly pay range.

The role involves performing operational checks on engines, propellers, and related systems, with opportunities to select within the 90-day eligibility window.

Qualifications

• Maintains, troubleshoot, remove, repair, install, certify, test, and perform operational checks on turboprop engines, propellers, and propulsion components.

Responsibilities

• Maintain turboprop engines and propulsion system components.
• Troubleshoot malfunctions and perform diagnostic tests.
• Remove and reinstall engine parts as required.
• Repair damaged components and certify performance.
• Test engines and ensure compliance with required standards.

Skills

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Repair

Installation

Certification

Testing

Job description

This AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC position, is located in an Air National Guard Aviation Wing, Maintenance Group, Maintenance Squadron, Propulsion Element, (Jet Engine Intermediated Maintenance (JEIM) and the Hush House) and is part of the CA 146 AW.

Key Responsibilities

THIS IS A T32 EXCEPTED SERVICE, PERMANENT POSITION. The primary purpose of the AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC, WG-8602-10, is to maintain, troubleshoot, remove, repair, install, certify, test and perform operational checks on the turboprop engines, propellers, and associated propulsion system components. May make additional selections within 90 days of eligible(s) issuance.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Air National Guard Units, Department of the Air Force.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $45.99 – $53.66/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-06.

How many openings are available?

There are 2 openings for this position.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Nguard' hiring path.

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