Aircraft Mechanic with Security Clearance

Position: AIRCRAFT MECHANIC with Security Clearance
Location: Hoonah

Duties The primary purpose of this position is: to serve as the aircraft dedicated inspection dock coordinator performing such duties as being technical authority, having custody of an assigned aircraft, with primary responsibility for performing, and/or overseeing the maintenance and periodic inspections to the assigned aircraft. DUTY 1:
Serves as Inspection Dock coordinator of assigned aircraft, responsible for performing, coordinating, and/or overseeing maintenance, positioning, troubleshooting and servicing on the aircraft. DUTY 2:
Repairs and maintains aircraft. DUTY 3:
Performs troubleshooting:
Tests and checks, or oversees such actions by others, with test equipment and standards. DUTY 4:
Certifies work produced under the USAF Technical Order Program. DUTY 5:
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 (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).
* A security clearance may be required
* If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at:  
* This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
* Position may be subject to random drug testing
* Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidays
* Shift work and emergency overtime may be required
* Employee must maintain current certifications
* Disclosure of Political Appointments
* Must be a current member of the AF Reserve or willing/qualified to join
* Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
* Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
* Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
* Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
* Direct Deposit:
All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
* Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
* Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. 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 for WG-8800 Aircraft Overhaul Family.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-8800 Aircraft 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 perform the work of an AIRCRAFT MECHANIC with little to no 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:
1. Knowledge of the theory, operation, and integration of all mechanical, pneudraulic, electrical, electronic, and other operating systems of a variety of aircraft, knowledge of the startup, operation, shutdown, and emergency procedures for the systems and the aircraft; symptoms of normal and abnormal operation; and the inter-relationships between operating systems.
2. Knowledge of associated trades such as Sheet metal, painting, aircraft electrical, electronics, and aircraft engine work.
4. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures.
3. Knowledge of supply procedures, the publication order system, tool, equipment and material accounting and security and documentation procedures.
4. Skill to check all functional and support systems, operate engine(s), determine what systems are malfunctioning; and search repair directives, technical orders, blueprints and manuals to determine repairs needed.
5. Skill in the use of all tools of the trade, test equipment, test stands, power sources, cockpit instruments, gauges, and controls, improper operation of aircraft systems, components and parts.
6. Ability to analyze guidelines, maintenance modification orders, to determine material, equipment and personnel needs and to perform technical reviews of guides to locate discrepancies or propose improvements to methods or specifications. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONT'D: 1. Performs other related duties as assigned. 2. May be required to work…