ORDNANCE EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (Title 32)

Air National Guard Units; East Granby (CT); On-site; USD 54,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Air National Guard Units, Department of the Air Force, East Granby, CT, seeks a munitions support specialist. The role supports state taskings with backfill for active-duty Airmen, in a position that may last up to two years and requires membership in a compatible CTANG assignment.

Work encompasses munitions control, handling explosives, and maintaining compliance with UCML. Expect exposure to hazardous materials and strict safety protocols in all conditions.

Qualifications

• No substitution of education for specialized experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide munitions support to the state and designated agencies.
• Backfill an Airman on active duty; appointment not to exceed two years.
• Handle and maintain ordnance and munitions per UCML and safety protocols.
• Work indoors and outdoors under varying conditions; observe safety rules.

Job description

DUTY LOCATION: 103d Maintenance Squadron (103d MXS), East Granby, CT AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: Area 1: All currently employed full-time permanent and indefinite personnel of the CTANG. Area 2: All currently employed full-time temporary technician personnel and all current traditional members of the CTANG.

Key Responsibilities

Indefinite Appointment not to exceed two (2) years. The purpose of the indefinite appointment is to backfill an Airman on active duty. The indefinite appointment will be terminated within 30 days of return of the incumbent to the position. JOB SUMMARY: The primary purpose of this position is to provide munitions support to the state and designated agencies in support of their taskings. NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.

This is an excepted position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Connecticut Air National Guard. The major duties include, but are not limited to: Production Section is comprised of Precision Guided Munitions (PGM), Conventional Maintenance, Line-Delivery and Munitions Support Equipment Elements. Materiel Section is comprised of Operations, Inspections and Stockpile Management Elements.

The Systems Section is comprised of Munitions Control, Combat Plans, Mobility & Training and Plans & Scheduling Elements. Maintains hazardous waste and material according to applicable directives.

Assembles/Disassembles, adjust configuration, performs maintenance/test & repair, handles and transports ammunition, rockets, unguided and guided weapons and countermeasures, demolition material, and other types of conventional ordnance such as 40MM, Cluster Bomb Units (CBU), Guided Bomb Units (GBU), general purpose bombs, aircraft canon ammunition, missile systems, decoys, countermeasures to include LUU series flares and dispensers for loading on aircraft based on Unit Committed Munitions List (UCML) and Wings training requirements.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Works inside and outside; in inclement weather; on icy, wet, and slippery ramps and work stands; and in temperature and humidity extremes.

Subject to dangers from exposure to toxic fumes, high pressure air and fluids, fast actuating metal aircraft surfaces such as landing gears, speed brakes, engine noise, heat blast, intake suction; explosive munitions; chemical munitions, electrical voltage, cartridge actuating devices; liquid oxygen, fire or explosion of aircraft fuels, lubricants, paints and solvents.

Risk of cuts, bruises, scrapes, burns, respiratory irritation, explosions, and high voltage electrical shock. Wear of safety-toed boots, hearing, and eye protection is required. PHYSICAL EFFORT: There is frequent standing, bending, and working in tiring positions, although there is occasional sitting down at test consoles or workbenches. It is required to lift, push or pull a variety of items weighing up to 100 pounds or heavier weights with assistance.

Requirements & Education

No substitution of education for specialized experience.

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 $39.02 – $45.54/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-11-18.

Who is eligible to apply?

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