Powered Support Systems Mechanic -WG-5378-10

Air Force Test Center; Eglin Air Force Base (FL); On-site; USD 68,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation incentive

Job summary

Air Force Test Center at Eglin AFB, FL, is seeking a Powered Support Systems Mechanic to install, inspect, operate, maintain, and repair electrical power production equipment and aircraft arresting systems.

The role requires experience with AC/DC electrical systems, testing equipment, and a focus on mission accomplishment. Relocation incentives may apply; involves on-base duties with potential overtime.

Qualifications

• Understand AC and DC electrical systems.
• Proficient in troubleshooting electrical power systems.

Responsibilities

• Install, inspect, maintain, operate, and repair electrical generators and aircraft arresting systems.
• Inspect equipment to ensure contractor work meets contract specifications.
• Repair components such as generator controls, engine control modules, circuit boards, and related parts.
• Operate power distribution panels and automatic transfer switches.
• Schedule maintenance and testing inspections with customers.
• Troubleshoot complex repair scenarios in electrical power systems.

Skills

Electrical systems

AC/DC knowledge

Troubleshooting

Tools

Test equipment

Job description

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NO 6-MONTH WAIT! Recently retired and/or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. The 180-day waiting period has been waived for AFTC to hire recently retired and/or retiring service members.

Full Time / 37347 / WG-5378-10 / Powered Support Systems Mechanic / 96 TW / 96 CEG / 796CES / CEOFP / EGLIN AFB, FL.

The primary purpose of this position is to install, operate, inspect, maintain, and repair electrical power production equipment and associated components, electrical distribution equipment, engines, and aircraft arresting systems.

Announcement Closes: 11 Sep 2026.

Typical 2026 salary range: $68,328 to $79,869 per year (includes Locality)

Areas of Consideration (AOC): Department – wide (DoD)

Incentives:

This position MAY be eligible for a relocation incentive.

Desired Skills:

Requesting experienced and highly motivated technician.

Reliable and dedicated to mission accomplishment.

Possess understanding of both AC and DC electrical systems.

Completion of or experience with operating and maintaining Aircraft Arresting Systems.

Major Duties:

Install, inspect, maintain, operate, and repair electrical generators and aircraft arresting systems.

Inspect and check equipment installed by contractor to determine contract compliance.

Repair and replace components such as generator controls, engine control modules, circuit boards, starter motors, batteries, and lubrication, fuel, intake and exhaust systems.

Operate a variety of automatic transfer switches, automated switchgear, and power distribution panels.

Change fuel, oil, air filters, belts, and lube oil.

Schedule maintenance and testing inspections with customers.

Troubleshoot electrical power support systems such as electrical generating plants and automatic transfer switches of various design and manufacture.

Analyzes and interprets blueprints, wiring schematics, control panel diagrams, technical manuals, and manufacturer's manuals.

Troubleshoot complex repair situations involving electrical control circuits, locates shorts, and inspects wiring using variety of test equipment and tools.

Maintain, inspect, repair, diagnose, remove and replace aircraft arresting systems.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest
• This is a designated random Drug Testing Position.
• Must be able to pass a preemployment physical.
• Position requires the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth.
• Must have a valid drivers license. Emergency overtime/shift work may be required.

Rafael Gomez-Hiring Manger [e-mail] Henry Patrick- HRL [e-mail]

ADHERENCE TO APPLICABLE HAF/AFMC/AFTC STRATEGIC HIRING GUIDANCE IS REQUIRED