This National Guard position is for an AIRCRAFT MECHANIC, Position Description Number NGD1063000 and is part of AASF. This is a Title 32, Dual-Status position. AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: - A Title 32 dual-status permanent employee (tenure group 1, 2 or 3) of the South Dakota Army National Guard. - A Title 5 permanent employee (tenure group 1, 2 or 3) with South Dakota Army National Guard military membership.

Duties

As an AIRCRAFT MECHANIC, WG-8852-12, you will: This position is located in the Logistics function of an ARNG Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF). The AASF provides Aviation Unit Maintenance (AVUM), Aviation Intermediate Maintenance (AVIM), and aviation maintenance training for supported units. The purpose of this position is to act as the Aircraft Mechanic (Crew Chief) with responsibility for managing the operational readiness of one or more aircraft, and proficiency training of supported aviation unit personnel. Responsibilities include detailed technical oversight of individual aircraft's level of mission capabilities and projection of maintenance requirements to maintain individual aircraft operational readiness.

Requirements

• National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Qualifications

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the 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. MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Enlisted up to SGM/E9. Military grade inversion within the full-time work force is not permitted. The military grade of the full time supervisor must equal or exceed the military grade of personnel supervised. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training that has provided the candidate with the skill to remove and replace aircraft parts, accessories, and components, and to make adjustments and settings according to established specifications. Must be skilled in the use of hand tools and test equipment. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 18 months experience in the KSAs listed below. Experience or training 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. Must have the ability to instruct lower graded mechanics, military and other personnel in the disassembly and re-assembly of crash damaged engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulic components, and fuel controls sufficient for the exhibit to be returned to its shipping container. Knowledge, Skill, and Abilities (KSAs): Applicants are strongly encouraged to submit a separate sheet(s) addressing the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs) and how they relate to work experience, education or training. Knowledge to resolve problems and devise solutions when aircraft are not at home station. Skill in troubleshooting, repairing, maintaining, servicing, inspecting, and modifying aircraft. Knowledge of aircraft systems and components in electrical, fuel, hydraulic, environmental and mechanical principles. Knowledge of technical orders, maintenance regulations and management operating procedures.

Contacts

• Address SD AASF 4750 GUARD ROAD RAPID CITY, SD 57703 US
• Name: Angela Sharpe
• Phone: (605) 737-6659
• Email: [email protected]