AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE MANAGER Job in Altus AFB, OK

Vacancy No. 4L-AFPC-12794928-966251-AMB Department Air Education and Training Command
Salary $105,383.00 to $137,000.00 Grade 13 to 13
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/5/2025 Close Date 9/15/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Altus AFB, OK


Summary

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Duties

SUMMARY
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Maintenance Division Chief with authority and responsibility for the efficient and effective management and execution of an aircraft maintenance workforce consisting of over 270 employees ranging in grades from GS-4 to GS-12 and WG-3 to WS-13. The Division Chief exercises supervisory responsibilities through a (GS-12) Superintendent, 3 (WS-13) Flight Chiefs, a (GS-7) Environmental Protection Assistant, a (GS-7) Training Technician, and 30 first and second-level supervisory positions ranging from WS-6 through WS-12. The workforce is comprised of highly skilled, supervisory and nonsupervisory personnel having divergent aircraft maintenance occupational specialties. The incumbent is the primary advisor to the Director of Maintenance and Wing Commander on maintenance activities relating to the primary mission of scheduled maintenance, repair, and equipment maintenance support for all assigned aircraft, associated equipment, asset repair cycle, higher headquarters requirements, and depot support activities.

DUTIES

  • Direct the aircraft maintenance operations program of the Maintenance Division.
  • Provides management solutions to special projects and programs assigned by senior leadership, and as deemed necessary by incumbent.
  • Plans, organizes, and oversees the activities of the Maintenance Division.
  • Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities.
  • Coordinate with Operations, Logistics Readiness, Wing Plans, Financial Management, and other organizations to establish maintenance support requirements.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
  • 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: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
  • This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
  • Disclosure of Political Appointments
  • The incumbent is considered the expert in the assigned aircraft and support equipment. This expertise is heavily relied upon by leadership on base and at higher headquarters in the management of airfield and scheduled aircraft maintenance operations.
  • “Confidential Statement of Employment and Financial Interests” is required.
  • May be required to work weekends, overtime, holidays, evenings, emergency call-back, etc.
  • Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
  • Access is required to information classified up to and including SECRET.
  • This is a key position. Incumbent must be removed from their military recall status if alternatives for filling the position during an emergency are not available.
  • Position has been evaluated against AFI 90-508, Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program and is designated non-testable.
  • Previous experience as an aircraft maintenance officer is highly desired.
  • Must obtain and maintain the secret security clearance.
  • In accordance with the Ethics in Government Act, 1978, the employee is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions, Equipment Facilities and Services, 1601.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-12, or equivalent (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or public sector). Example of Specialize experience includes Comprehensive knowledge of large, multi-engine aircraft maintenance requirements to include sortie generation, scheduled/unscheduled maintenance, back shop maintenance and maintenance data collection/analysis. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of maintenance support actions as they pertain to repair of aircraft, maintenance policies, procedures, and aircraft availability. Knowledge of various inspection maintenance; flow of aircraft and engines; and expert skill in ensuring engine, aircraft, and component time changes mirror repair cycle schedules and sortie generation. Experience in scheduled maintenance, repair and maintenance of the appropriate types of aircraft, and associated equipment. Comprehensive knowledge of scheduling practices involved in the coordination of weekly, monthly and yearly flying and maintenance programs. Knowledge of personnel management policies, practices, and procedures including the ability to adjust work operations to meet emergencies; change program or production requirements within available resources and with minimum sacrifice of quantity or quality of work; and establish program objectives or performance goals and assess progress toward their achievement. Expert knowledge in, and skill in applying principles, concepts, and practices of aircraft maintenance to plan, direct, and supervise activities of large scale aircraft maintenance organization and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of a highly diversified workforce through subordinate supervisors.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in­-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
  1. Comprehensive knowledge of large, multi-engine aircraft maintenance requirements to include sortie generation, scheduled/unscheduled maintenance, back shop maintenance and maintenance data collection/analysis.
  2. Comprehensive knowledge and understanding of maintenance support actions as they pertain to repair of aircraft, maintenance policies, procedures, and aircraft availability. Knowledge of various inspection maintenance; flow of aircraft and engines; and expert skill in ensuring engine, aircraft, and component time changes mirror repair cycle schedules and sortie generation. Experience in scheduled maintenance, repair and maintenance of the appropriate types of aircraft, and associated equipment. Comprehensive knowledge of scheduling practices involved in the coordination of weekly, monthly and yearly flying and maintenance programs
  3. Knowledge of personnel management policies, practices, and procedures including the ability to adjust work operations to meet emergencies; change program or production requirements within available resources and with minimum sacrifice of quantity or quality of work; and establish program objectives or performance goals and assess progress toward their achievement.
  4. Expert knowledge in, and skill in applying principles, concepts, and practices of aircraft maintenance to plan, direct, and supervise activities of large scale aircraft maintenance organization and mentor, motivate, and appraise the staff of a highly diversified workforce through subordinate supervisors.
  5. Skill in applying analytical and evaluative techniques to the identification, consideration, and resolution of issues or problems concerning efficiency and effectiveness of program operations.
  6. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, to gain cooperation from other through tact, courtesy, and diplomacy.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

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

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.

Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.

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Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.

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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How You Will Be Evaluated

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

Required Documents

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

  1. Online Application: Questionnaire
  2. Resume: For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient and you will not receive consideration for this position. If you are a current Federal employee or previous Federal employee, provide your pay plan, series and grade, i.e. GS-0301-09. Current Federal Civilian Employees should list any relevant performance related rating (given within the last three years) and/or incentive awards in your resume. Do NOT include photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, nor personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., on your resume. Your name MUST be included on your resume.
  3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
  4. Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
  5. Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).

OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).

How to Apply

The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/15/2025

To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12794928

To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.

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

1. Your Resume (your latest resume will be used to determine your qualifications). If you submit more than one copy of your resume, only the most recent (latest) version will be reviewed. The latest timestamp will be used to determine which version of your resume is "most recent."

  • It is your responsibility to check the status and timestamp of all documents you submit as part of your application.
  • If your resume includes photographs, inappropriate material, inappropriate content, or personal information such as age, gender, religion, social security number, etc., you will not be considered for this vacancy.
  • For qualification determinations your resume must contain hours worked per week (if part-time) and dates of employment (i.e., hours per week and month/year to month/year or month/year to present). If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as insufficient, and you will not receive consideration for this position.
2. A complete Application Questionnaire

3. Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.

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Agency contact information

Total Force Service Center
Address
Altus AFB
308 N First Street
Altus AFB, OK 73523
US

Next steps

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