Aircraft Mechanic

Quick Facts

• Role: Aircraft Mechanic (military technician style position in a National Guard context)

Description

Perform the full range of aircraft maintenance duties for military fixed- and rotary-wing aircraft, including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repairs, inspections, and ground testing. Carry out pre-inspection, daily inspection, pre- and post-flight inspections, and special inspections such as fuel contamination checks and oil sampling. Diagnose and perform unscheduled maintenance on assigned and transient aircraft, and may support emergency-response and other assigned duties.

Requirements

• Membership in the Colorado Army National Guard or eligible to transfer into the COARNG
• Military grade E-3 through E-7
• At least 18 months of specialized experience in each of the following:
  • Installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting, and functionally testing aircraft major/minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems during overhaul or modification
  • Coordinating the work of other mechanics and scheduling maintenance to complete critical actions and optimize workflow
  • Instructing lower-graded mechanics and personnel in the maintenance and repair of Army aircraft and sub-systems
• Able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance
• Required to wear the military uniform
• May be required to complete a probationary period
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory
• Submit all required documentation
• If operating a motor vehicle: valid state driver’s license
• Resume must be 2 pages or less and must detail how you meet each specialized experience, including mm/yy “from-to” dates and descriptions (do not copy verbatim)

Benefits

Federal employee benefits are available; eligibility depends on the position type and whether it is full-time, part-time, or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for specific benefit details.