Job opening: AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS MECHANIC
Salary: $32 - 37 per hour
Published at: Jul 03 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
THIS IS AN INDIANA NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION
This position is part of the IN 122nd Fighter Wing, Indiana National Guard under Position Description Number D1736P01.
If you would like the complete list of duties, please contact the POC of this announcement.
Duties
Operates, analyzes performance, troubleshoots, inspects, installs, maintains, overhauls, repairs and modifies operational ordnance system(s) and subsystems.
Analyzes performance and isolate malfunctions to individual subsystems and or components.
Removes, repairs, installs, inspects and conducts operational performance checkout of aircraft ordnance and isolates malfunctions and identifies if failures are in specific LRU’s, aircraft weapons, etc.
Loads/unloads, positions and safeties air munitions using applicable technical data and handling equipment.
Conducts off-equipment troubleshooting and functional checks of electronic weapons control systems to ensure proper manual/electrical release and fire sequence.
Ensures all munitions are inventoried at the start and completion of the work shift.
Coordinates with loading standardization and the weapons element supervisor for all load crew-training requirements.
Maintains and reviews publication files of applicable technical orders, regulations, manuals and local directives.
Provides hands-on training instruction to lower graded personnel concerned with the repair of the electronic ordnance systems within the aircraft.
May be delegated authority to clear Red X on aircraft forms
May be required to inspect, troubleshoot, test and maintain the Aerial Gunnery Target System.
Processes and accounts for due in from maintenance (DIFM) supply assets and ensure materials and equipment are properly stored.
Adjusts, installs and removes cartridges and squibs for tanks and pylons and chaff/flare systems.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- National Guard Membership is required. If you are not sure if 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 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.
- 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.
- This position is INDEFINITE NTE 24 months, with possible extension up to 60 months, and permanent potential.
Qualifications
MILITARY GRADES: E4 through E7
COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS: **AS LISTED IN REMARKS**
The policy to have a compatible MOS/AFSC has been suspended. When reinstated, you will have one year to meet the qualifications of this position or meet the requirements in the guidance set by NGB.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates the applicant's ability to repair malfunctions of ordnance equipment and components. Ability to use sketches, electrical diagrams, technical specifications and engineering drawings. Experience which demonstrates skill in the use of test equipment to make electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic checks.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training in planning and layout of repair sequence and ability to complete modification, repair and installation of ordnance systems. Experience in diagnosing and troubleshooting malfunctions and determining remedy where complex relationships exist. Experience in hand tools and a limited number of measuring equipment. Experience in the use of a variety of test equipment. Experience in interpreting technical directions, blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams and manufacturer's specifications. Must have at least 12 months of experience equivalent to the next lower grade level.
**FWS POSITIONS ONLY**: Specialized Experience Requirements for NGB Federal Wage System Positions for claiming civilian job experience: Creditable experience must have been performed at least 30 consecutive days and be properly documented.
Experience in the same line of work can only be credited on the basis of a regular 40-hour workweek. Hours per week MUST be documented on resume to receive any credit.
PLEASE READ THIS CAREFULLY AS THE FOLLOWING HAS CHANGED
Indiana National Guard (INNG) Federal Technicians will wait 18 months after being selected for a new position before applying for another position within the INNG. If you meet the requirements listed below, you will need to submit a signed Exception to Policy (ETP) memorandum with your application to be considered for the position. If you have questions about applicability, send an email explaining your situation to the HRO Staffing inbox listed below.
If you are a Tenure 0 Temporary employee (your position has a not-to-exceed date), you do not need an ETP memo.
If you became a new employee through a USAJobs announcement within the last 18 months, you will need an ETP memo.
If you received a promotion, reassignment, or grade reduction through a USAJobs announcement within the last 18 months, you will need an ETP memo.
If you require an ETP memorandum, you can download the template here: https://armyeitaas.sharepoint-mil.us/sites/NGIN-J1HR/SitePages/Technician-Staffing.aspx
The memorandum will be written by you, the employee, and signed by your supervisory chain up to the Director level. Directors and Supervisors will submit the signed memorandum for final review to the HRO Staffing inbox:
[email protected]
The Human Resources Officer (HRO) is the final approval for all ETP waivers. If approved, the memorandum will be returned to you and then submitted with your application.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Contacts
- Address IN 122nd Fighter Wing
3005 Ferguson Road
Fort Wayne, IN 46809
US
- Name: INNG STAFFING
- Phone: 317-247-3300 74011
- Email: [email protected]
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