Aircraft ENGINE Mechanic; TITLE Security Clearance

Position: AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (TITLE 32) with Security Clearance
Duties
* Removes, installs, certifies, repairs, modifies, overhauls, and installs turboprop engines, reduction gear boxes, turbine modules, compressor modules, auxiliary power units, propellers and related propeller components.
* Performs maintenance on propulsion systems including troubleshooting and diagnosing defects, certifying, conducting bench checks, performing in-shop and on-equipment repairs and overhauls.
* Diagnoses malfunctions using computerized test equipment, schematic diagrams, technical publications and performs the appropriate repair according to the test results and analysis.
* Determines the extent of disassembly necessary to repair, overhaul, replace and certify all engine, propeller and auxiliary power unit parts.
* Cleans and inspects engine and propeller component parts such as turbines, gearboxes, blades, gears, bearings, etc.
* Assembles engines, propellers and auxiliary power units, adhering to prescribed procedures, torque values, safety methods and clearances.
* Troubleshoots propellers using electric and hydraulic test stands to check for proper operation and evidence of oil leakage.
* Operationally checks engines and propeller assemblies and auxiliary power units, by using the engine test cell facility to meet full power run checks on the engine and propeller assemblies and auxiliary power units.
* Modifies engines, propellers, auxiliary power units, and components in accordance with Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO) directives.
* Evaluates technical problems of repair, overhaul, modification and installation of aircraft propulsion systems.
* Solves maintenance problems and performs bench checks and test engine and propeller assemblies for serviceability.
* Performs operational checks of installed propellers, engines, auxiliary power units and sub-systems during aircraft maintenance ground runs in accordance with approved checklists.
* Employs test equipment such as computer borescope, fuel pressure gauges, air pressure gauges, and alignment fixtures.
* Operates, certifies, and maintains computerized engine test/trim automated systems (ETTAS) on the engine test cell.
* Evaluates, identifies and corrects problems on propeller and engine components causing vibration or impending failure using the ETTAS system, and vibration analyzer.
* Evaluates engine and propeller performance and accepts or rejects the individual components.
* Accomplishes operator maintenance on the aircraft and engine sound sup presser facility, test stands and various pieces of ground equipment, including the auxiliary power unit test cell.
* Performs dynamic propeller balancing and tests the propeller integrated synchophasing. Tests variable potentiometers, servo-motors, indicators and aircraft wiring.
* Performs aircraft full power runs and complete engine and propeller efficiency checks.
* Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of employment
* NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Air National Guard recruiter at prior to applying for this position.
* This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Missouri National Guard prior to the effective date of placement.
* 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.
* Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
* Individuals on incentive bonuses may be subject to recoupment or termination, contact the State Incentives Manager at Whiteman AFB at  or eph at  for any questions concerning recoupment or termination.
* May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
* Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
* Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination. Qualifications MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:
Selected candidate must currently be assigned to a military unit in the Missouri Air…