AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC Jobs

Aircraft Engine Mechanic

Duties

• Troubleshoots one or more types or models of malfunctioning conventional and/or modified aircraft engines on the flight line, in test cells, or maintenance shops.
• Disassembles, repairs, and reassembles aircraft engines, their assemblies, and components.
• Uses a variety of hand and power tools.
• Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work area.

Requirements Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• May be required to work overtime, rotating shifts, uncommon tours, weekends, etc.
• Subject to assist/work in any shop/section within the Maintenance Flight as needed with appropriate training.
• Work occasionally requires travel away from the normal duty station to include travel via commercial and military means for the purpose of temporary duty assignments.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• The duties of this position require the employee to operate a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required along with any additional driver/operator certifications.
• Employee is required to obtain and maintain a Secret Security clearance.
• Work may also be performed outside on the flight line; in well-ventilated production area; and in classrooms during some training sessions.
• Incumbents are required to wear safety shoes and other protective equipment when on the flight line and in hangar when performing certain maintenance tasks.

Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-8600 Engine Overhaul Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of an AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC without more than normal supervision. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

• Knowledge of installation, operation, and repair of a variety of conventional and modified aircraft engines and accessory systems to troubleshoot, maintain, repair and/or test different types of engines; identify and correctly choose between alternative methods and trade techniques; adapt accepted repair procedures to new or unfamiliar engines or accessory systems; anticipate required tools and parts; set up the work area; determine degree of disassembly necessary, and the extent of rework required.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
• Skill in the use of diagnostic and on-board electronic equipment and systems, automated test equipment, standard and precision measuring instruments such as vibration analyzers, pyrometers, and test benches, and use computer terminals or personal computers to obtain reference materials, and to update operational and maintenance records.
• Ability to read and interpret technical orders, manufacturers' manuals, maintenance bulletins, complex multi-view blueprints, schematic drawings, and other technical information.
• Ability to troubleshoot engine malfunctions, interpret trouble reports or observed instrument readings, appearances, etc.; make a tentative diagnosis; select needed tools and test equipment; and disassemble the engine or accessory system to locate the defect.
• Ability to adapt emerging technology and use new tools, test devices, digital diagnostic equipment, and engine analysis software in the repair and rework of engine parts and components and replace accessories such as portions of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: The work requires moderate to strenuous effort. Must stand, stoop, bend, reach, climb, and crawl. Frequently handles items weighing up to 20 pounds and occasionally lifts and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds. Hoists, hand trucks, lifts, and/or other employees are available to assist when handling heavy or awkward items. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed in clean, well-lighted, and well-ventilated production areas. May work outside or inside areas that are drafty and noisy, such as aircraft hangars. Stands on concrete, metal, or hard composition floors for long periods of time. Frequently exposed to grease, oils, fuels, and solvents; to noise from drills and hammers; and to the possibility of cuts, bruises, and injury due to falls from scaffolds, ladders, or aircraft surfaces.