Aircraft Engine Mechanic

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command; Satellite Beach (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command is seeking an Aircraft Engine Mechanic (ART) to perform maintenance and overhaul tasks. The role requires interpreting manuals, applying technical orders, and adhering to safety standards.

The position supports Unit Training Assemblies on select weekends and may involve travel for temporary assignments. Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance and meet the quality level of experience per OPM standards.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of installation, operation, and repair of gas turbine or reciprocating aircraft engines and accessory systems.
• Knowledge of engine repair practices to select methods and adapt procedures for new engines.
• Ability to repair and rework engine parts and replace electrical/hydraulic components.
• Skill in using measuring instruments such as engine analyzers and test benches.
• Ability to interpret technical orders, manuals, and maintenance documents.
• Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions, diagnose issues, and disassemble engines to locate defects.

Skills

Engine installation

Engine repair practices

Troubleshooting

Measuring instruments

Technical orders interpretation

Safety and regulations

Tools

Test benches

Job description

QUALIFICATIONS

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C for WG-8600 - Engine Overhaul Family.

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-8600 - Engine Overhaul Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of an Aircraft Engine Mechanic without more than normal supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS

• 1: Knowledge of the installation, operation, and repair of gas turbine or reciprocating aircraft engines and accessory systems. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of documentation procedures.
• 2: Knowledge of engine repair practices to identify and correctly choose between alternative methods and trade techniques, adapt accepted repair procedures to new or unfamiliar engines or accessory systems, to anticipate required tools and parts, and to set up the work area.
• 3: Ability to repair and rework engine parts and components and replace accessories such as portions of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.
• 4: Skill in the use of measuring instruments such as vibration analyzers, pyrometers, engine analyzers, engine diagnostic computer systems, data transfer sets, and test benches.
• 5: Knowledge in the interpretation, certification and use of technical orders, manufacturers' manuals, engine records, maintenance bulletins, and other technical information.
• 6: Ability to troubleshoot engine malfunctions, interpret trouble reports or observed instrument readings, appearances, etc., make a tentative diagnosis; select needed tools and test equipment; and disassemble the engine or accessory system to locate the defect.

OTHER SIGNIFICANT FACTS

• 1: This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) enlisted position. The incumbent is required to meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. Work schedule will be aligned to allow the incumbent to fully participate in Unit Training Assemblies (UTA) weekends. The incumbent's regular assignments are primarily ART duties; however, the incumbent may also be assigned non-ART duties, generally not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities.
• 2: Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• 3: The incumbent must obtain and retain the appropriate security clearance level designated for the position.
• 4: This is a testing designated position (TDP). The employee is subject to random drug testing.
• 5: May be required to fly in commercial and military aircraft to perform temporary/permanent duty assignments and or to support Air Expeditionary Force (AEF) contingencies.
• 6: May be required to obtain special certification training (i.e., Red X, engine run, etc.).
• 7: The incumbent may be required to work overtime to meet workload demands. May be subject to shift work and uncommon tours of duty.
• 8: Performs other duties and shop details, as assigned.
• 9: May be required to work overtime, rotating shifts, uncommon tours, weekends, etc.
• 10: The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license may be required.

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS

The work requires moderate to strenuous effort. Must stand, stoop, bend, and reach for extended periods of time. Frequently handles items weighing up to 20 pounds and often lift and carry assemblies weighing up to 50 pounds. Hoists, hand trucks, lifts, and other employees are available to assist when handling heavy or awkward items. May be required to climb steps and ladders and stand on slippery or inclined surfaces.

ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS

Work is performed in hanger areas, outdoors, in parked aircraft, and sometimes in hazardous noise areas. Exposed to extremes in heat, cold, humidity and inclement weather. Must work in confined areas and in awkward positions. Exposed to dirt, grease, and aircraft fluids, oil, hy