THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (Title 32), Position Description Number D1068000 and is part of the AR ARNG AASF, National Guard. NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED

Duties

-- Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctioning engines utilizing all available test equipment to determine degree of disassembly, repair, modification and adjustment needed. Removes and disassembles aircraft engines in order to perform necessary maintenance. Inspects engine components using visual, magnetic, fluorescent, dye-penetrant, and digital inspection equipment such as video borescope and ultra sonic listening devices. Analyzes inspection findings to determine extent of repairs required. With the aid of diagrams, schematics and technical publications, makes necessary repairs and modifications. Assembles and installs engines adhering to prescribed procedures, safety practices and technical requirements. -- Performs periodic and special inspections on engines. Inspects installed, repaired and modified engines and components to insure compliance with technical publications. Evaluates inspection findings to determine adequacy of repairs, modification, or corrective actions. Conducts tests of repaired components using bench mock-ups and related test equipment. Installs special test equipment on the aircraft engine and perform pre-operational and post-operational checks. Evaluates engine performance by computing fuel consumption, monitoring RPM, analyzing exhaust gas temperatures and monitoring engine vibrations. -- Performs engine trim in accordance with applicable directives. Adjusts, aligns and calibrates engine and components to insure maximum operating efficiency and consistency with design characteristics. Employs a variety of test equipment and instruments such as engine pressure-ratio-indicator, exhaust-gas temperature test equipment, fuel flow meter, air pressure indicator, Aircraft Vibration Analyzer (AVA), and flight line digital test equipment. Evaluates engine performance and accepts or rejects engine repair. -- Must have knowledge of applicable technical manuals and other publications pertaining to aircraft engines such as Electronic Technical Manuals (ETM) and ULLS-A computer files. Maintains a library of pertinent regulations as required. Evaluates justification documentation for unsatisfactory item reports and practicality of proposed modification requests. Records and maintains test data on appropriate log sheets. Assists in identifying stock numbers for required repair parts or in the requisitioning of bench stock materials, parts and equipment as required. -- When on National Guard Bureau (NGB) Flying Status orders, may participate in aerial flights, which are defined by applicable Army publications for Maintenance Test Flights. Serves as a member of the flight crew for the purpose of observing, recording, and diagnosing malfunctions with digital test equipment, or otherwise assisting in determining the performance of aircraft engine components. -- Acquires and maintains currency and proficiency on test equipment and procedures in support of modernized aircraft. -- Performs proficiency training, as required, and evaluates training effectiveness. -- Performs required travel to accomplish assigned duties and the organizational mission. -- Assists authorized firefighters in the performance of fire/crash rescue duties as needed. -- Assists with maintenance work within the Logistics function to accomplish mission requirements. -- Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training that has provided the ability to perform assembly and disassembly operations and make prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories in accordance with technical specifications, procedures, and requirements. Experience using hand and power tools common to the trade. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: - Experience or training performing standard, routine assembly and disassembly operations and making prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories. Experience or training performing maintenance overhaul, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of aircraft engines, engine components, and powertrains for fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft. Experience determining maintenance needed from work orders, inspection reports, historical records, and diagnosis.

Contacts

• Address AR ARNG AASF Bldg 7300-Camp Robinson North Little Rock, AR 72199-9600 US
• Name: AR HRO Customer Service
• Email: [email protected]