AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC Job in McGuire AFB, NJ

Vacancy No. NJ-12567430-AF-24-149 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $33.54 to $39.18 Grade 10 to 10
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/24/2024 Close Date 11/24/2024
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
McGuire AFB, NJ


Summary

This job opportunity is for an AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC, position description D1635000, within the 108th AMXS of the New Jersey Air National Guard. This vacancy announcement is a Title 32, Excepted Service position.

The primary purpose of this position is to certify acceptable performance, test, repair, trouble-shoot, operationally check and modify aircraft turbine and auxiliary power units, and associated propulsion system components.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

This vacancy announcement is for a Dual-Status Technician position which requires active membership in the New Jersey National Guard (uniformed military service). Official appointment is not effective until membership within the New Jersey National Guard is confirmed by the gaining Human Resources Office.

Duties

As an AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC, WG-8602-10, you will:

  • Troubleshoot, modify, repair, and perform sequential disassembly and assembly of gearboxes and auxiliary power units
  • Analyze malfunctions using schematic and wiring diagrams, blueprints, manufacturer's specifications, computer diagnostics data, inspection findings, trending data and aircrew debriefs
  • Requisition, process, and account for supply assets as required by the repairable processing system
  • Perform engine run operation on installed and uninstalled engines to troubleshoot malfunctions or verify findings
  • Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Areas of Consideration: CAT 4:

  • Individuals eligible for membership in the New Jersey National Guard
Military Grades: A1C/E-3 to SSgt/ E-5


Selectee has one (1) year to obtain required AFSC

Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.

Additional Requirements:
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service

Qualifications

General Experience:
Experience or training that has provided the ability to perform assembly and disassembly operations and make prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories in accordance with technical specifications, procedures and requirements.Experience using hand and power tools common to the trade.

Specialized Experience:
At least 18 months experience training performing standard:
  • Assembly and disassembly operations and making prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories
  • Maintenance overhaul, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of aircraft engines, engine components, and power trains for fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft
  • Determining maintenance needed from work orders, inspection reports, historical record, and by own diagnosis

Education

There are no education requirements for this vacancy announcement

Additional information

Security Clearance

Must be able to obtain a Secret Clearance within 1(One) Year of appointment.

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

IF YOU COPY AND PASTE ANY PORTION OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT, YOUR RESUME WILL BE DISQUALIFIED

For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Selectee(s) must be within the military grade(s) listed in this job announcement prior to the effective date of placement into the technician position. (Applicant(s) (Enlisted) who are over grade must clearly state, in their resumes, their intentions to willingly take a reduction in grade)

Bonuses

For Title 32 Dual-Status Positions: Military Bonuses and Student Loan Repayment Program: If you are selected for this position, you should always check with your servicing incentive manager to verify how accepting this position will affect your entitlement prior to considering an offer of employment.

Telework

The option to telework is subject to the supervisor/branch chief and Director's approval.

NOTE: If the individual selected is currently on a Title 10 or Title 32 tour no action can be taken until he/she is released from tour

"Our agency supports the Federal Labor Relations Authority (FLRA) policies on labor relations, ensuring that all dual status T-32 technicians can engage with authorized union representation if they choose to do so."

Benefits

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

The agency's Human Resources Office may request additional documentation to support any military requirements or pre-requisites.

Administration and Management, Mechanical, Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic), and Technical Problem Solving

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your Resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates of employment and duties performed. Your full name, address, civilian email address and current telephone number must be on your resume. YOU ARE REQUIRED TO DOCUMENT IN YOUR RESUME EVIDENCE THAT SUPPORTS YOUR ELIGIBILITY AND QUALIFICATION CLAIMS. To avoid plagiarism, DO NOT copy and paste the positions description or qualifications from this announcement into your resume. YOU WILL BE DISQUALIFIED FOR PLAGIARISM Your resume must show relevant experience where you worked, job title, duties and accomplishments, employer's name and address, supervisor's name and phone number, starting and end dates (Mo/Yr.), hours per week & salary. Incomplete resumes will result in the applicant not being considered for the position.

Example:

$65,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2010-July 2019 or January 2006-present........DETAILED description of your experience and qualifications. If your resume does not contain this information, your application will be marked as incomplete, and you will not receive consideration for this position.

2. Your most recent (non-award) Standard Form 50 (SF50). (if applicable) Prior/current Federal employees are required to submit their most recent SF 50 with their packet. The SF-50(s) must reflect the highest grade and step held in Federal Service that demonstrates one year time in grade.

3. Proof of Certification, License, Clearance cert, SRB, ORB, RIP and unofficial transcripts (with credit hours, degree completion status, etc..) for all requisite certification requirements as outlined within this job opportunity announcement. (If applicable)

4. Supporting documentation for all Veterans' Preference claims i.e., DD 214, SF-15, Medical Information, etc. (if applicable)

If you are claiming veteran's preference, you MUST submit the appropriate documentation. Failure to do so WILL result in the loss of veteran's preference. - 10-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a signed SF-15, "Application for 10-Point Veterans' Preference" plus the supporting documentation as required by the SF-15. - 5-Point Veterans' Preference: You MUST submit a copy of your DD-214 which includes Character of Service (usually Member-4 copy). If you are currently active duty, you may submit written documentation (certification) from your branch of service certifying that you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty under honorable conditions no later than 120 days after the date the certification is signed. The certification should also include when your terminal leave will begin, your rank and dates of active-duty service.

Acceptable documentation for claiming Vet Pref:

https://www.fedshirevets.gov/job-seekers/veterans-preference/#content

Determine your eligibility for Veterans' Preference in hiring

elaws - Veterans' Preference Advisor (dol.gov)

PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resumes, supporting documents, official transcripts (copies) if needed, licenses, SF 50 etc.) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully prior to the announcement closing. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Human Resources WILL NOT modify, change or add anything to your application packet after the closing date. Human Resources WILL NOT divulge if you are qualified or not for the position. Incomplete packets will not be considered for the position.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

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Agency contact information

Michael Hirschfeld
Address
NJ 108th AMXS
Bldg 3324
McGuire AFB, NJ 08641
US
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Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.


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