AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (ACCELERATED HIRE)

U.S. Army; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic team as an Aircraft Mechanic in a vital role supporting the California National Guard. This position offers a unique opportunity to work on aircraft maintenance, ensuring that essential military operations run smoothly. You will be responsible for performing mechanical repairs, using hand tools, and following precise instructions to maintain aircraft integrity. This role emphasizes teamwork and skill development, providing a pathway for career advancement within the military structure. If you have a passion for aviation and mechanical work, this is your chance to contribute to a critical mission while gaining valuable experience.

Benefits

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive

PCS Relocation Costs

Military Uniform Provided

Direct Deposit Participation

Qualifications

• Experience in removing and replacing aircraft parts and components.
• Skilled in using hand tools for mechanical repairs.

Responsibilities

• Perform mechanical repairs under supervision and follow detailed instructions.
• Coordinate maintenance work and instruct lower-graded mechanics.

Skills

Aircraft Maintenance

Mechanical Skills

Ability to Interpret Instructions

Knowledge of Equipment Assembly

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Military Training in Aircraft Maintenance

Tools

Common Hand Tools

Test Equipment

Job description

This AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (ACCELERATED HIRE) position is located within a National Guard aircraft maintenance organization and is part of the CA JFHQ SAO.

This is an open until filled announcement. The announcement will be posted until all positions have been filled. Applications will be reviewed every 30 days, and you will receive an email regarding your application status when reviewed.

Duties

Requirements

CALIFORNIA NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the California National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. If you are interested in joining the California National Guard, please contact a California National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. https://state.nationalguard.com/california

Compatible Military Assignment and Grade are required. Military technicians must be assigned to a military position in the same unit which they are employed or, in a unit that is supported by the employing activity. Military technicians must hold the military grade specified for the position.

Priority Areas(s) of Consideration:

Priority consideration is first given to the areas below.

• AREA I= Current California National Guard employees who are serving on a Permanent/Indefinite/Temporary appointment.
• AREA II= Current California National Guard members.
• AREA III= Current military members of the Air Force/Army National Guard, Air Force/Army Reserve or Air Force/Army Active Duty. (Applicants who are currently in other Air/Army branches and NOT currently a member of the California National Guard (CNG) must become a member of a compatible unit of assignment within the Army CNG prior to federal assignment).

Military Grades: E-1 through E-9

Recruitment/Relocation

Recruitment/Relocation Incentive MAY BE authorized, subject to funding and approval.

PCS

Relocation Costs MAY BE authorized subject to provisions of the Joint Travel Regulation, funding, and an agency determination that a Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move is in the Government's best interest.

Must maintain appropriate level of security clearance.

Must wear appropriate military uniform including required grooming standards.

Must maintain a compatible military unit, grade, and job assignment as required by current directives.

Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Security Clearance: at a minimum a National Agency Check is required.

Qualifications

General Experience: Possess experience or training that has provided the skill to remove and replace aircraft parts, accessories, and components, and to make adjustments and settings according to established specifications; Skilled in the use of hand tools and test equipment.

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (ACCELERATED HIRE), WG-8852-05 (Trainee): Must have at least 6 months experience using common hand tools in making repetitive mechanical repairs under close supervision; Experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the simpler and routine duties of the trade.

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (ACCELERATED HIRE), WG-8852-08 (Trainee): Must have at least 12 months experience using common hand tools to make mechanical repairs; Experience removing and installing aircraft parts, components, and accessories with detailed guidance; Experience in following detailed instructions in making routine, recurring repairs and modifications to aircraft parts, subassemblies, and components, e.g., jacking and leveling aircraft, installing and adjusting engines, landing gear assemblies, instrument panels, and flight control systems.

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (ACCELERATED HIRE), WG-8852-10: Must have at least 18 months specialized experience installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting, and functionally testing the various major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems on an aircraft during overhaul or modification; Experience coordinating the work of other mechanics, and scheduling maintenance to ensure completion of critical actions and optimum workflow; Ability to instruct lower graded mechanics, military and other personnel in the disassembly and re-assembly of crash damages engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulic components, and fuel controls sufficient for the exhibit to be returned to its shipping container.

TRAINEE POSITION: Applicants not meeting full qualifications for the WG-10 position indicated above may be considered for WG-05 or WG-08 trainee, if qualified. Statement-of-Difference of qualification requirements for each are indicated. If appointed as trainee, the selectee may be non-competitively promoted to WG-08 and WG-10 upon meeting full qualifications and recommendations of supervisor.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies:

• Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc.
• Aircraft Maintenance
• Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.
• Mechanical