AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC SUPERVISOR (Title 32)

Air National Guard Units; Tulsa (OK); Remote; USD 52,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Air National Guard Units in Oklahoma seeks an Aircraft Engine Mechanic Supervisor (Title 32) to oversee the Propulsion Element on the night shift and supervise maintenance personnel. The role includes planning schedules, coordinating with units, and enforcing safety standards within a National Guard aviation setting.

Applicants must meet federal standards for specialized experience and may work on readiness evaluations and exercises; a Secret clearance is required for this position.

Qualifications

• There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.

Responsibilities

• Plans weekly or monthly work schedules and sequence of operations based on established schedules and policies.
• Assigns tasks and explains work requirements, methods and procedures to subordinates.
• Instructs subordinates on new procedures and assists on difficult problems; reviews progress and implements corrective actions.
• Coordinates with other units and ensures safety regulations and housekeeping standards are observed.
• Performs non-supervisory work as needed and participates in readiness evaluations and exercises.

Job description

AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC SUPERVISOR (Title 32)

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC SUPERVISOR (Title 32), Position Description Number D1808000 and is part of the OK 138th Fighter Wing, Oklahoma Air National Guard.

Key Responsibilities

This position is located in an Air National Guard Aviation Wing, Maintenance Group, Maintenance Squadron, Propulsion Element. The purpose of this position is to supervise workers at ANG units which have a validated and approved night shift operation, either directly or through one or more subordinate leaders in accomplishing the work of the Propulsion Element and to perform associated non-supervisory work.

This position works directly for the WS-8602-10, Aircraft Engine Mechanic Supervisor. The occupation and non-supervisory grade level which best reflects the nature of the overall work operations supervised is Aircraft Engine Mechanic, WG-8602-10. DUTIES: Planning. Plans weekly or monthly work schedules and sequence of operations. Establishes deadlines and priorities based on established general schedules, methods and policies.

Determines skills, materials and equipment required to do the work. Participates in the initial planning of current and future work schedules and development of budget requests. Provides workload data, estimates, information on staffing needs, and recommendations as the scheduling of projected work. Work Direction. Assigns tasks to be performed. Explains work requirements, methods, and procedures.

Instructs subordinates on new procedures or methods and provides assistance on difficult or new problem areas. Reviews work in progress or on completion. Makes adjustments as necessary to effectively and economically accomplish the work. Notes and investigates work related problems and independently implements corrective actions which can be taken without affecting work operations controlled by other supervisors. Assures that equipment and materiel is available when needed.

Coordinates work with other work units. Administration. Recommends and participates in the selection of personnel to fill vacancies. Schedules and approves leave of subordinates. Sets performance requirements and makes formal and informal performance appraisals. Determines training needs of subordinates and arranges for its accomplishment. Counsels with employees regarding work related problems.

Adjusts informal complaints through discussions with employees and union representatives. Takes informal corrective action on conduct or performance problems. Initiates proposals for disciplinary action where needed. Works to achieve the objectives of government-wide programs and policies, e.g., equal employment opportunity and labor management relations. Promotes the participation of subordinates in programs such as the suggestion program, cost reduction program, etc.

Ensures that regulations governing safety and housekeeping are observed. Maintains production reports and records. Periodically reviews position descriptions of subordinates for currency and accuracy. Initiates or participates in review and improvement of work methods, organizational features, and the structuring of positions to eliminate unnecessary positions and achieve optimum content in those remaining. Performs the non-supervisory work of the Propulsion Element.

Implements safety regulatory requirements. Ensures that subordinates wear appropriate safety equipment and follow pertinent safety precautions. Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises.

Performs such additional duties as structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operation, maintenance of facilities and equipment, and/or serves as a team member to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies.

Requirements & Education

There is no substitution of education for specialized experience for this position.

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 $37.99 – $44.32/hr.

Is this position remote or telework eligible?

This position is eligible for telework.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-26.

Who is eligible to apply?

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