AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (Title 32) Job in Peoria, IL

Vacancy No. IL-12791971-AF-25-047 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $25.11 to $36.74 Grade 5 to 10
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/28/2025 Close Date 8/27/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Peoria, IL


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (Title 32), Position Description Number D1636000 and is part of the IL 182 AW, National Guard.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

This is an open continuous announcement. Initial cutoff will be 26 SEPTEMBER 2025. Recruitment will continue through the announcement closing date until the position is filled.

Duties

As an AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (Title 32), WG-8602-5/8/10, you will maintain, troubleshoot, remove, repair, install, certify, test and perform operational checks on the turboprop engines, propellers, and associated propulsion system components.

Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list:

  • Remove, install, certify, repair, modify, overhaul, and install turboprop engines, reduction gear boxes, turbine modules, compressor modules, auxiliary power units, propellers, and related components.
  • Perform maintenance on all propulsion systems including troubleshooting, diagnosing defects, certifying, conducting bench checks, and performing in-shop and on-equipment repairs and overhauls.
  • Determine the extent of disassembly necessary to repair, overhaul, replace, and certify engine, propeller, and auxiliary power unit parts.
  • Assemble engines, propellers, and auxiliary power units by adhering to prescribed procedures, torque values, safety methods, and clearances.
  • Modify engines, propellers, auxiliary power units, and components in accordance with Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO) directives.
  • Diagnose malfunctions using computerized test equipment, schematic diagrams, and technical publications, then perform appropriate repairs.
  • Evaluate technical problems of repair, overhaul, modification, and installation of aircraft propulsion systems.
  • Perform operational checks of installed propellers, engines, auxiliary power units, and subsystems during aircraft maintenance ground runs.
  • Interpret certification findings and determine adequacy of corrective action.
  • Evaluate engine and propeller performance by computing torque, specific fuel consumption, RPM, and turbine inlet temperature.
  • Employ test equipment such as computer borescope, fuel pressure gauges, air pressure gauges, and alignment fixtures.
  • Utilize special tools and precision measuring equipment, high-pressure hydraulic test equipment, and electronic test equipment.
  • Perform dynamic propeller balancing and test propeller integrated synchophasing.
  • Test variable potentiometers, servo-motors, indicators, and aircraft wiring.
  • Review and assist in maintaining Technical Orders (TOs) and other technical publications and directives pertinent to propulsion systems.
  • Interpret diagrams, blueprints, wiring schematics, and technical publications to perform repair and maintenance.
  • Prepare man-hour data collection and required forms for input into automated maintenance systems (CAMS/G081).
  • Provide on-the-job training and conduct formal classes of instruction in repair and maintenance of engines, propellers, auxiliary power units, and related equipment.
  • Evaluate effectiveness of training through observation, written tests, and oral examinations.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • IAW The Fair Chance Act, Agency employees may not request criminal history information at the point of initial application, upon receipt of an application, or prior to, during or after a job interview. If an Optional Form (OF) 306, Declaration of Employment is submitted prior to the point of a conditional offer, questions related to background information section may not be asked.
  • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the Illinois National Guard and in the military grade listed in the announcement. This is required prior to the effective date of placement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership,please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
  • 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.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
  • This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
  • Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Recruitment and relocation incentives may be available for this position.
  • PCS expenses may be authorized.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.

Qualifications

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position, Title 32 Excepted Service (32 U.S. Code § 709), will be in the following manner and sequence:

  • The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG.
  • The SECOND area of consideration will be all current Federal Employees.
  • The THIRD area of consideration will be all Federal re-employment eligible.
  • The FOURTH area of consideration will be applicants willing to become T32 Dual Status Technicians and gain ILNG membership.
  • The FIFTH area of consideration will U.S. Citizens.


Military Grades: Enlisted Only - Minimum rank requirement of SrA and may not exceed the rank of TSgt.


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: WG-10 Level - MUST possess experience or training performing standard assembly and disassembly operations and prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, assemblies, and accessories. Experience or training in maintenance overhaul, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of aircraft engines, components, and powertrains for fixed and/or rotary-wing aircraft. Experience determining maintenance needs from work orders, inspection reports, historical records, and diagnosis. WG-08 Level - MUST possess experience or training performing routine disassembly and assembly operations on aircraft engines and components. Experience working independently on limited assembly tasks and assisting higher-grade repairers on more complex operations. Experience conducting basic inspections of engine parts for wear, damage, or defects and replacing or reconditioning parts as required. Experience assembling subassemblies of limited complexity (e.g., rotors, stator cases, combustion chambers, augmentors/afterburners) in accordance with specifications. WG-05 Level - MUST possess 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.


Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Education

Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone. No substitution of education for experience is permitted for this occupational series and grade.

Additional information

  • 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).

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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):

  • Ability to Interpret Instructions, Specifications, etc. (Includes Blueprint Reading)
  • Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, and Repair, etc.
  • Technical Practices (Theoretical, Precise, Artistic)
  • Use of Measuring Instruments

Required Documents

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

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS: Your resume that clearly demonstrates experience that meets the requirements of this position. Your resume must contain identifiable information such as your name, address, and phone number. It should also show your work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed.

  • If you are currently an onboard ILNG technician, then you MUST include your most recent SF-50.

Other supporting documents (as applicable):
  • Certifications
  • DD-214
  • NGIL Form 73
  • Official Transcript (Copy) - Required if using for substitution of experience.

https://www.il.ngb.army.mil/Portals/30/Documents/Jobs/NGILForm73.pdf?ver=2019-05-01-161908-260

*NGIL Form 73 - Illinois National Guard Technician Program Supplement to Application for Dual Status (DS), to reflect military qualifications.

Complete and accurate data is essential to ensure fair evaluation. Applicants with no military qualifications must submit form stating "not applicable" and signature on page 2 of the NGIL Form 73.

Documents NOT accepted: photographs, copies of position descriptions, training certificates, performance ratings, awards, and letters of appreciation.

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/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12791971

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

Ashley Jackson
Address
IL 182 AW
2416 S Falcon Blvd
Peoria, IL 61607
US

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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