This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT SURVIVAL FLIGHT EQUIPMENT REPAIRER (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1867000 and is part of the Oregon Air National Guard 142d Wing, National Guard.

Duties

As a AIRCRAFT SURVIVAL FLIGHT EQUIPMENT REPAIRER (TITLE 32), WG-4818-10, this position provides diagnostic, analytical, calibration, investigative research, troubleshooting, in-depth inspections, quality control inspections, certification, testing, evaluation, and maintenance or overhaul of all Aircrew Flight Equipment and aircrew chemical defense equipment. Provides formal academic classroom and technical instruction to all pilots/aircrew on all initial and continuation instruction to ensure aircrew survival ability under peacetime or combat operations. Responds and participates as an Air Force aircraft mishap board representative in investigating flight support equipment failures/malfunctions associated with mishaps. (1) Ensures all aircrew flight equipment meets strict airworthiness criteria and that it will sustain combat operations/readiness by inspecting, testing, calibrating, certifying, diagnostic evaluating, troubleshooting, repairing/replacing, assembling and disassembling all Aircrew Flight Equipment, aircrew chemical/biological defense equipment, and aircraft ejection/non-ejection systems. (a) Aircrew Flight Equipment includes the following items: Specialized Flying Helmets with sophisticated Helmet-Mounted devices; Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System; multiple Laser Eye Protection Systems; Night Vision Goggles; Night Vision evasion scopes; Survival Kit/Vest; electronic signaling devices; SARSAT/SATCOM communication transceivers; Quick Draw electronic surveillance and interrogation equipment; Base Station-2 SARSAT/SATCOM CSAR chart plotter; Personnel Locator Beacons; Global Positioning Systems; Infrared Signaling Devices; Rescue Strobe Lights; Pyrotechnics; Combined Advanced Technology Enhanced Design "G" Ensemble (COMBAT EDGE) system; Multiple Oxygen Mask Systems; and multiple Life Sustaining Flotation Systems (Life Rafts/Life Preservers). (b) Utilizes a variety of complex state of the art diagnostic testers/systems/specialty tools. (c) Performs assembly, disassembly, and inspection serviceability of Joint Helmet Mounted Cueing System, Helmet Mounted Display Units, Night Vision Goggles, Panoramic Night Vision Goggles, Electro-Optical Systems, and Recovery Survival Radios. (d) Conducts in-depth and quality control inspections to diagnose the nature and extent of equipment malfunction and to determine whether equipment may be economically repaired or declared unserviceable. (e) Complies with safety, fire, security, and housekeeping regulations. (f) Performs inspections and recharges compressed oxygen and CO2 cylinders in excess of 1800 pounds per square inch. Exposed to extremely high level of noise when performing maintenance on oxygen and CO2 cylinders. (g) Performs required inspections and repair on all parachutes, survival equipment, flotation equipment, fabric leather, and rubber and aircrew personal flying equipment as prescribed in appropriate technical publications. (h) Cleans, repairs, and packs complicated multiple personnel, cargo and deceleration parachutes. (i) Operates, repairs and maintains sewing machines, punch presses and other related equipment. (j) Performs technical order compliance and modifications on parachutes. (2) Conducts formal academic classroom and technical instruction for all pilots, aircrew, passengers (aircraft maintenance personnel, dignitaries, civilian search and rescue agencies, etc.). This training is provided in preparation for initial and recurring sorties for all aircrew. Certifies initial and continuation training of aircrew and other personnel. Assists Survival, Evasion, Resistance, and Escape (SERE) field instructors for pilot/aircrew members for all survival training. (3) Utilizes, maintains, and updates multiple computer main frame programs/data bases to analyze, troubleshoot, schedule, and maintain inspection and accountability reports/documentation on all aircrew/aircraft life support and aircrew chemical-biological defense equipment. (4) Manages, monitors, and conducts inventories of all Aircrew Flight Equipment munitions/ammunition assets, forecasts time change requirements, removes and installs all munitions, and transports via Military/Commercial Aircraft and/or vehicles. (5) Maintains certification and remains proficient in handling, shipping, storing, and ordering multiple hazardous materials. (6) Manages a comprehensive Aircrew Flight Equipment mobility package required to sustain bare base operations under surge type conditions. (7) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• The duties of this job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; shift work and/or overtime may be required.
• Federal employment suitability required and determined by a background investigation before appointment to position.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain the necessary security clearance for the position.
• Compatible Military AFSC Assignments: 1P0X1
• Cross training opportunity - Applicants who do not possess the compatible AFSC will still be considered but must meet Specialized experience qualifications listed below. Must attend technical school for award of the AFSC within 12 months of hire.
• Military Grades: Enlisted members (Min rank SRA - Max rank TSgt)
• Applicants outside of the ORANG must submit documents showing award of AFSC such as a tech school certificate, Data Brief, vMPF rip, and/or DD214.
• The position requires the incumbent attend water and land survival schools, the Life Support instructor course, and the aircraft accident reporting course.
• Must be certified and remain current in Occupational Safety Health Administration (OSHA).
• The incumbent must be able to obtain materials handling license(s) for equipment utilized in the assignment.

Qualifications

Areas of Consideration: Area 1 - Current permanent and indefinite T32 technicians of the Oregon ANG. Area 2 - Current permanent and indefinite T5 employees of the Oregon ANG. Area 3 - Current service members in the Oregon ANG. Area 4 - Individuals in the active duty US Air Force, Air Force Reserve, or Air National Guard. Area 5 - US Citizens eligible to meet the military requirements for membership in the Oregon ANG. GENERAL and SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Work involved in the inspection, maintenance and adjustment of aircrew life support equipment. Workers are required to maintain appropriate accountability documentation of life support equipment. Work also involves continuation training to aircrews in the use of aircrew life support equipment. Experience or training which demonstrates the applicants knowledge of materials and equipment used in the line of work (helmets, torso harness assemblies, parachutes, survival equipment). Ability to understand written instructions and to use reference materials and manuals. Must have at least 18 months experience or training which has demonstrated knowledge of aviation life support equipment. Experience reading and interpreting military manuals. Experience in supply procedures and property accountability. Experience collecting information and presenting it to various sized groups. Experience in planning a functional shop maintenance program is essential.

Education

If you are using education to qualify for this position, you must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your educational claims.

Contacts

• Address Oregon Air National Guard 142d Wing 6801 NE Cornfoot Rd Portland, OR 97218 US
• Name: Emma Prosser
• Phone: (971) 355-3308
• Email: [email protected]