AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (TITLE 32)

Air National Guard Units

Illinois

On-site

USD 34,000 - 54,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Air National Guard Units in Illinois seeks an Aircraft Engine Mechanic (Title 32) to certify performance, test, repair and modify turbine engines and propulsion system components on aircraft.

WG-8602-5/8/10 duties include troubleshooting engine malfunctions, analyzing data from schematics and CAMS, performing run-ups and disassembly/assembly of gearboxes and APUs. The position requires a Confidential security clearance with an application deadline of 2026-12-22.

Qualifications

Experience with aircraft turbine engines and propulsion systems.
Ability to interpret schematics, wiring diagrams and OEM specs.
Experience with diagnostic computers and related hardware.

Responsibilities

Troubleshoot malfunctioning engines and propulsion components.
Disassemble and reassemble gearboxes and APUs as required.
Interpret Engine Management trend data and diagnose anomalies.
Perform engine run operations and verify performance within safe limits.

Skills

Troubleshooting

Engine diagnostics

CAMS data entry

Job description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1635000 and is part of the IL 126, National Guard.

Key Responsibilities

As a AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (TITLE 32), WG-8602-5/8/10, you will certify acceptable performance, test, repair, trouble-shoot, operationally check and modify aircraft turbine and auxiliary power units, and associated propulsion system components.

Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Troubleshoot malfunctioning engines and interrelated propulsion system components, determines degree of disassembly or certification required, repairs or replaces defective components, diagnostic computers and associated hardware. Analyze malfunctions using schematic and wiring diagrams, blueprints, manufacturer's specifications, computer diagnostics data, inspection findings, trending data and aircrew debriefs.

Perform engine run operation on installed and uninstalled engines to troubleshoot malfunctions or verify findings. Troubleshoot, modify, repair, and perform sequential disassembly and assembly of gearboxes and auxiliary power units.

Perform evaluations that must be accomplished at critical points in the repair/build-up process using a variety of quality characteristics, consisting of complete systems or components and assemblies that undergo many steps in a repair process and have highly critical tolerances.

Perform test cell operation of engine and aircraft run up, analyzes operating parameters, makes final adjustments and verifies that engine is operating within acceptable parameters for safe operation in the aircraft. Perform scheduled and special evaluations on installed engines, auxiliary power units, and associated airframe-mounted systems.

Interpret Engine Management trend data and investigates trend anomalies to eliminate catastrophic engine failure or damage by the prediction and detection of adverse trends towards known failure modes before they occur. Requisition, process, and account for supply assets as required by the repairable processing system. Examine recurring malfunctions and initiate corrective actions by submission of quality deficiency or software deficiency reports.

Perform computer data entry of engine and component information such as component location, status and tracking information into the Core Automated Maintenance System (CAMS) for fighter aircraft, and G081, (CAMS for Mobility) for multi-engine transport aircraft.

Requirements & Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade.

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 $24.37 – $39.53/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Confidential security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-22.

Who is eligible to apply?

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