AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR (T32)

Air National Guard Units; Saint Paul (MN); On-site; USD 81,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

Air National Guard Units in Saint Paul, Minnesota, is seeking an Aircraft Maintenance Coordinator (T32) to manage the total squadron maintenance program and direct the maintenance effort to ensure safety and readiness.

The role focuses on aircraft generation to meet mission requirements, with maintenance authority on airworthiness and coordination with the MOC, supervisors, and daily planning meetings. Requires a Ph.D. or equivalent education or 3 years of graduate study.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims.

Responsibilities

• Manage the total squadron maintenance program and direct the maintenance effort.
• Enforce safe maintenance practices and identify critical equipment items.
• Focus on aircraft generation to meet mission requirements and ensure airworthiness.
• Coordinate with MOC and supervisors to assign tasks and resolve shortages.
• Attend daily maintenance planning meetings and adjust plans as needed.

Education

Doctoral degree or 3 years grad study

Job description

THIS IS AN AIR NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION UNIT: 133rd AMX SQ LOCATION: Saint Paul, Minnesota SELECTING OFFICIAL: CMSgt Heath Trupe, 612.713.2711 AIR NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED Appointment is subject to 2 year trial period IAW EO 14284

Key Responsibilities

Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list A AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE COORDINATOR (T32), GS, 1101, 11, Responsible for the total squadron maintenance program, manages the overall direction of the maintenance effort, and enforces safe maintenance practices. In addition, responsible for identifying, assembling, and managing critical equipment items.

Priority is placed on aircraft supporting operational requirements, scheduled and unscheduled aircraft maintenance, and aircraft used for maintenance and/or operations training. The focus is on aircraft generation in order to meet mission requirements. Incumbent has maintenance authority on airworthiness of aircraft based on knowledge of aircraft systems and safety of flight concerns.

Ensures that a pilot pickup is accomplished for critical parts in order to expedite repairs of Not-Mission-Capable aircraft that receive the highest priority and depends on the critical need for the aircraft and its return to service. May verify Mission Capable (MICAP) requisitions. Participates in establishing the monthly and weekly maintenance plans.

Attends the daily maintenance planning meetings for the purpose of incorporating unscheduled maintenance into the weekly and daily maintenance plans. Evaluates workload requirements and makes changes to aircraft utilization schedules as required. Takes prompt and decisive action to make on-the-spot adjustments to maintenance repair priorities necessitated by unscheduled maintenance requirements. Controls and coordinates maintenance activity on the flightline.

Monitors aircraft maintenance in progress and evaluates estimated completion time against scheduling and planning requirements. Anticipates problems and directs changes of flightline activities in order to meet mission schedules. May be required to coordinate with supervisors to select workers and assign tasks to be performed. When necessary, initiates action to resolve personnel shortages and coordinates requirements with the Maintenance Operations Center (MOC).

Reviews work in progress or upon completion for compliance with policies and procedures. Ensures utilization of proper tools and equipment and adherence to technical data in performance of maintenance. Determines methods necessary to meet mission requirements including authorizing and directing cannibalization on assigned aircraft. Cannibalization actions will be coordinated with the MOC and Supply.

Ensures aircraft status is accurately reported in accordance with Air Force instructions, reports, and applicable supplements. Works closely with the expediter and MOC to ensure that actual aircraft status matches the aircraft status reported in the automated reporting system.

Understands, executes, and coordinates specific disaster control duties including the provisions contained Air Force instructions, with regard to movement of aircraft, support equipment, and evacuation of flightline personnel. Decisions will be made based on safeguarding personnel first, followed by protecting aircraft, equipment, and other resources. Maintains a current on-base disaster map with cordon overlay and appropriate checklists for use during disasters or exercises.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements & Education

EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M., if related You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements 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 $81415 – $105845/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-04.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Excepted' hiring path.