Aircraft Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic Security Clearance

Position: AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC with Security Clearance
Location: Grissom Air Force Base

Duties The primary purpose of this position is: to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART) involved in the removing, installing, troubleshooting, interrogating, overhauling, adjusting, testing, modifying, calibrating, and repairing of complex integrated aircraft pneudraulic systems and equipment on board conventional/nuclear certified aircraft supported by the organization and to provide training to and evaluation of all assigned personnel, e.g., Active Duty, Reservist, Civilians, Contractors and foreign military as required in the accomplishment of duties set forth herein.

DUTIES: DUTY 1:
Conducts scheduled/unscheduled maintenance and periodic inspections on all pneudraulically operated systems on/off aircraft in accordance with established procedures. Performs visual inspections during calendar/hourly inspections (phase/isochronal, Home Station Checks, Hourly Post Flight, etc.), by inspecting such items as reservoir fluid level, brake pucks/carbon disks for clearance/serviceability, visual conditions of lines, shock struts for fluid and height of piston level, accumulators for air/nitrogen pressure, removing filters and cleaning or replacing.

DUTY 2:
Performs troubleshooting of complex integrated pneudraulic systems of related on/off equipment for assigned and/or transient aircraft to include support equipment. Utilizes portable and bench test equipment to diagnose malfunctions. Disassembles, assembles, and overhauls system components in accordance with established procedures to make adjustments and/or repairs. DUTY 3:
Performs off-equipment maintenance and bench checks to support the repair cycle. Disassembles pneudraulic system components by removing items such as: covers, poppets, springs, seals, pistons, valves and valve seats, etc. Inspect pneudraulic components for wear, tear, scratches, cracks and damages utilizing precision measuring equipment to determine serviceability and repair/replace as required. DUTY 4:
Utilizes safety practices and tool control procedures to maintain a safe and clean work area. Strictly adheres to safety procedures and regulations and promptly reports any observed or identified violations in accordance with established guidelines. Promptly halts activities where unsafe actions are observed and reports accidents, injuries and/or safety violations to the supervisor. Prepares/executes effective training plans to maximize training for all assigned personnel, e.g., Active Duty, Reservist, Civilians, Contractors and foreign military.

Complies with required instruction, guidance and/or training and provides instruction, guidance and training to others while maintaining personal qualifications. DUTY 5:
Reviews, verifies and documents aircraft forms, component forms/tags and Maintenance Information Systems (MIS) to reflect maintenance actions performed on and off equipment. Documents/recommends methods to improve equipment performance, technical data, and maintenance procedures by reporting malfunctions, initiating product quality deficiency reports both on equipment and in technical data, and assists in design changes as necessary. May include aircrew debriefing to determine the nature of system malfunctions.

Requirements Conditions of employment
* U.S. Citizenship is required
* Must be a current member of the AF Reserve or willing/qualified to join
* 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:  
* Males must be registered for Selective Service, see (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below).
* Total salary varies depending on location of position
* 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
* Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
* Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
* Direct Deposit:
All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
* AFSC: 2A6X4 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 Group.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG 8200-Fluid Systems Maintenance Group. 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…