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Aircraft Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic Security Clearance

Job in Scott Air Force Base, Illinois, 62225, USA
Listing for: Department of the Air Force
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-06-25
Job specializations:
  • Trades / Skilled Labor
    Heavy Equipment Mechanic, Maintenance Technician / Mechanic
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC with Security Clearance
Location: Scott Air Force Base

Duties The primary purpose of this position is: to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART) to test, troubleshoot, repair and modify aircraft pneudraulic systems and a variety of major aircraft systems, their assemblies, and components. DUTY 1:
Conducts scheduled periodic maintenance inspections on all hydraulically operated systems on aircraft. Makes visual inspection on all systems possible by checking such items as reservoir fluid level, brake pucks for clearance, visual conditions of lines, shock struts for fluid and height of piston level, accumulators for air pressure, removing filters and cleaning or replacing. DUTY 2:
Troubleshoots all hydraulic systems on both local and transient aircraft. Using portable test equipment diagnoses any malfunctions. Disassembles systems to extent needed, makes adjustments or repairs, and replaces parts or entire systems to correct any malfunctions. DUTY 3:
Performs inspection and troubleshooting on a variety of major aircraft systems, their assemblies, and components. DUTY 4:
Positions, maintains, disassembles, repairs, and reassembles major aircraft systems, their assemblies, and components. DUTY 5:
Utilizes safety practices and procedures and complies with security regulations, directives, and policies. Requirements Conditions of employment
* U.S. Citizenship Required
* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).
* 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
* 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.
* Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret Clearance.
* This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
* Performs other related duties as assigned.
* AFSC: 2A6X5 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-8200 Fluid Systems Maintenance Family

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-8200 Fluid Systems Maintenance 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 PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS 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. Ability to follow oral and written instructions, ability to read and interpret a variety of technical data, ability to install aircraft pneudraulic systems, equipment or accessories, ability to use a variety of test and measurement equipment, ability to test complete pneudraulic systems. ability to overhaul, repair or fabricate aircraft pneudraulic equipment, ability to calibrate aircraft pneudraulic equipment, ability to troubleshoot aircraft pneudraulic equipment of moderate complexity, ability to clean work area and/or job site upon completion of work, ability to rig, function test, or troubleshoot systems;

determine when they are operating properly or whether portions of the system should be repaired or replaced; and the type and extent of adjustment and alignment needed.
2. Skill in the use of standard hand and power tools of the trade.
3. Comprehensive knowledge of…
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