Aircraft Mechanic NA-10
$ 24 - $ 28 / month
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- Performs a wide range of major and minor maintenance and inspection work on general aviation aircraft frames, systems, and their components, including high performance aircraft.
- Performs removal, troubleshooting, analysis, repairs, rebuild, modification, installation, replacement, adjustments, alignments, rigging, torques, disassembly, functional operations and checks on major assemblies, subassemblies, and their components.
- Makes repairs to a variety of systems, assemblies, and surfaces such as hydraulic, oil, fuel, and pressurizations systems, landing gear assemblies, ailerons, and flaps.
- Use a variety of conglomerate and sensorial diagnostic and precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, etc. to ensure proper functionality and airworthiness.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
- Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- A one year probationary period may be required.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
- Subject to satisfactory completion of all required pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, paragraph 2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation and a physical examination.
- Must maintain a current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant license.
- Possess a valid driver’s license as required by local/state or military regulations.
- Must maintain knowledge of current applicable FAA regulations.
- Must frequently handle objects weighing up to 20 and occasionally 50 pounds with/without assistance.
- This position is covered by the DA Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program. Incumbent is required to sign DA Form 5019-R.
- This position has critical safety or security responsibilities and as such has been designated as a testing designated position (TDP).
- As a condition of employment, incumbent of a TDP is subject to a random drug test that occurs without suspicion that a particular individual is using illegal drugs.
Qualifications
- Must have experience that demonstrates the ability to perform maintenance on a variety of General Aviation aircraft with little to no supervision.
- In addition to knowledge of a wide variety of parts, components, and less complex assemblies, must possess knowledge of the makeup, operation, installation, and adjustment of a wide array of aircraft systems and assemblies such as fuel and hydraulic systems, flight control systems, instrumentation systems, engine(s), landing gear assemblies, airframe, and control surfaces.
- Must possess skills and abilities to function test and/or troubleshoot aircraft systems; determine when they are operation properly or whether portions of the system must be repaired or replaced; and the type and extent of adjustment and alignment needed.
- Must be able to successfully use appropriate tools and test equipment to maintain and test aircraft operability.
- Must have skill in reading and understanding data and settings from the cockpit instruments and gauges.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Initial Cut-Off Date:
- Thursday, March 6, 2025 applications must be received by 11:59 PM (EST). Applications received by the Initial Cut-Off Date will be reviewed and possibly referred to the Selecting Official. Subsequent referrals to the Hiring Manager will occur as additional vacancies become available or at the request of the Hiring Manager.
- The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is worldwide. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
- If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 p.m. by 04/30/2025 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
- Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position.
- All FWS employees are entitled to overtime work for work in excess of 8 hours in a day or in excess of 40 hours in the administrative workweek, whichever provides the greater benefit to the employee.
- Incentives will not be paid.
- Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.
- It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, click or copy and paste this URL: ).
- Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
- Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.
- Benefits
Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities.
Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance. For additional details regarding these benefits, please click the link below.
Conditions of Employment
- Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
- Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
- A one year probationary period may be required.
- Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
- Subject to satisfactory completion of all required pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3, paragraph 2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation and a physical examination.
- Must maintain a current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant license.
- Possess a valid driver’s license as required by local/state or military regulations.
- Must maintain knowledge of current applicable FAA regulations.
- Must frequently handle objects weighing up to 20 and occasionally 50 pounds with/without assistance.
- This position is covered by the DA Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program. Incumbent is required to sign DA Form 5019-R.
- This position has critical safety or security responsibilities and as such has been designated as a testing designated position (TDP).
- As a condition of employment, incumbent of a TDP is subject to a random drug test that occurs without suspicion that a particular individual is using illegal drugs.
Qualifications
- Must have experience that demonstrates the ability to perform maintenance on a variety of General Aviation aircraft with little to no supervision.
- In addition to knowledge of a wide variety of parts, components, and less complex assemblies, must possess knowledge of the makeup, operation, installation, and adjustment of a wide array of aircraft systems and assemblies such as fuel and hydraulic systems, flight control systems, instrumentation systems, engine(s), landing gear assemblies, airframe, and control surfaces.
- Must possess skills and abilities to function test and/or troubleshoot aircraft systems; determine when they are operation properly or whether portions of the system must be repaired or replaced; and the type and extent of adjustment and alignment needed.
- Must be able to successfully use appropriate tools and test equipment to maintain and test aircraft operability.
- Must have skill in reading and understanding data and settings from the cockpit instruments and gauges.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Initial Cut-Off Date:
- Thursday, March 6, 2025 applications must be received by 11:59 PM (EST). Applications received by the Initial Cut-Off Date will be reviewed and possibly referred to the Selecting Official. Subsequent referrals to the Hiring Manager will occur as additional vacancies become available or at the request of the Hiring Manager.
- The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is worldwide. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.)
- If you are unable to apply online, you may submit your application package using a manual application method. Please contact the NAF Human Resources Office or representative listed on this job announcement to request a copy of the manual application form. All completed manual application forms (along with resume and other supporting documentation) must be received no later than 3:00 p.m. by 04/30/2025 in order to process your application in a timely manner. Please note that neglecting to respond to the job related questions may result in an ineligible rating.
- Payment Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
- This is a federal wage schedule (FWS) position.
- All FWS employees are entitled to overtime work for work in excess of 8 hours in a day or in excess of 40 hours in the administrative workweek, whichever provides the greater benefit to the employee.
- Incentives will not be paid.
- Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility.
- It contains additional information applicants may find useful when applying for our jobs. (To view the kit, click or copy and paste this URL: ).
- Additional referrals may be made from this vacancy announcement for up to 90 days after the closing date.
- Applications are valid for 90 days after submission date. Applicants will be referred to selecting officials as additional vacancies occur.