THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT MECHANIC, Position Description Number D2194000 and is part of the PA State Army Aviation Office, National Guard. 1 or more Position(s) may be hired against this Announcement.

Duties

As an AIRCRAFT MECHANIC, WG-8852-11, you will perform Quality Assurance (QA) inspections and evaluations of unit or facility performed unmanned aircraft system maintenance and repair, in support of organizational, intermediate, and/or depot maintenance on the entire RQ-7B "Shadow" equipment set assigned to the unit or facility. Inspections are performed in working areas such as flight-lines, field sites or hangars, and support shops. Inspects mechanical and hydraulic interface systems to armament systems for proper installation and correct alignment. Review work order requests and inspects for correctness and proper format to ensure completeness and audit capability. Serve as the Primary Point of Contact for the notification, reporting, and implementation of all Aviation and Ground Safety messages as they pertain to the assigned unit equipment. Function as the primary UAS maintenance liaison between the State Army Aviation officials, ARNGRC (ARNG-AV), NGB, PM-UAS, and Aviation and Missile Command (AMCOM) personnel for issues pertaining to UAS maintenance parts, repairs and documentation issues. Conduct compliance inspections of UAS maintenance forms and records and monitors files of required forms and records applicable to specifications. Ensure that Government property is controlled and properly maintained. Provide technical assistance on all UAS maintenance matters to UAS operators, UAS maintenance crews or contractor support personnel. Operate light utility motor vehicles, up to two and a half ton, to transport self and others to worksites that are remote from the immediate shop facility, between installation airfields, or emergency repair sites when required. Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• 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.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• 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

APPOINTMENT STATUS: EXCEPTED This is a Dual Status Excepted Service Technician position in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard. AREA OF CONSIDERATION: Bargaining Position AOC 1: NG Employees working at the location specified AOC 2: NG Employees of the Pennsylvania National Guard *NOTE: Accessioning into this position is contingent upon verification of Secret Security Clearance Military Grades: Warrant Officer: WO1-CW3 Enlisted: E1-E9 Supervisor for this position is CW3 Reed 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: Applicant must indicate 18 months of 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. QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience, training, and education must show possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position to be filled. SPECIAL NOTE: Per the Merit Promotion and Placement Plan (MP3) if there are more than 15 qualified applicants for each position, by category, a KSA board will be convened in accordance with Chapter 4 of the MP3. PCS STATEMENT: PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION COSTS WILL NOT BE PAID FOR THIS POSITION. The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs is a diverse team of professionals who strengthen our commonwealth by serving our veterans and partners while preparing military personnel to safeguard our way of life. We do not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factors.

Contacts

• Address PA State Army Aviation Office Bldg S-0-47 Annville, PA 17003-5003 US
• Name: HRO PA-STAFFING
• Email: [email protected]