AIRCRAFT MECHANIC

Clarification from the agency

Open to onboard NDARNG Federal Employees (Area I)

The purpose of this position is to act as the Aircraft Mechanic (Crew Chief) with responsibility for managing the operational readiness of one or more aircraft, and proficiency training of supported aviation unit personnel. Responsibilities include detailed technical oversight of individual aircraft's level of mission capabilities and projection of maintenance requirements to maintain individual aircraft operational readiness.

• Manages, monitors or performs overall maintenance, servicing, inspections and documentation for one or more highly technical, high performance military aircraft.
• Performs preflight, thru flight, and post-flight inspections and scheduled or unscheduled maintenance.
• Serves as the technical authority to identify and advise on requirements for airframe, mechanical, electrical/environmental, avionics, engine, and pneudraulic repairs on assigned aircraft.
• Observes and inspects performance of other workers work to insure compliance with applicable technical publications, directives and local policy.
• Oversees ground movement of aircraft.
• Ensures all aircraft documentation accurately reflects status and airworthiness of assigned aircraft.
• Clears Red X status symbols on aircraft forms for work performed by others.
• Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and support exercise.
• Complies with safety, fire, security, environmental, and housekeeping regulations.
• Ensures material and equipment are properly and safely maintained and protected.

Conditions of employment

• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the ND Army National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• 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.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• You must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• 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.
• The incumbent is required to climb, stand, stoop, bend, stretch and work in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Frequently lifts parts and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds. Occasionally lifts and carries items weighing over 50 pounds.
• The incumbent works inside and outside in inclement weather, on icy or slippery ramps, aircraft surfaces and work stands, and in temperature and humidity extremes.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Irregular and/or compensatory hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.

Qualifications

PCS STATEMENT: PERMANENT CHANGE OF STATION COSTS WILL NOT BE PAID FOR THIS POSITION.

NDNG Areas of Considerations (T32 Excepted Service)
***Area I: All onboard NDARNG Federal Employees (Tenure 1 & 2)***
Area II: All onboard NDARNG Federal Employee (Tenure 3)
Area III: All NDNG military members
Area IV: All Military Members
Area V: All U.S. Citizens

MILITARY GRADES: Enlisted
COMPATIBILE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS: ECMF: 15, 91, 92, 94

QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE
Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.
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 below. 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.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicant must possess the experience or training that has provided the candidate with the skill to use hand tools and test equipment, the skill to remove and replace aircraft parts, accessories, components, and to make adjustments and settings according to established specifications.


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant must possess the required 36 months of specialized experience which includes: 1) Experience or training installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting, and functionally testing the various major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems on an aircraft; 2) Experience scheduling maintenance to ensure completion of critical actions and optimum workflow; 3) Skill to serve as the technical authority to advise on, examine, and approve all airframe, mechanical, electrical, and pneudraulic repairs of assigned aircraft.

Airframe and Powerplant Certification preferred.

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):

• Planning and Evaluating
• Aircraft Maintenance
• Technical Problem Solving

There are tools to assist with resumes and the federal application process located on the NDNG public website which will help with applying for jobs through USA Jobs - https://www.ndguard.nd.gov/job-opportunities.

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
NOTE:Ensure you have removed social security numbers from all documentation.

1. YOUR RESUME MUST HAVE COMPLETE INFORMATION. Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/DD/YYYY; and total hours worked per week). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified, and you will no longer be considered for this position.

2. A copy of your most recent SF 50.

3. Other Supporting Documents. The following supporting documents may be required to support your claim: Transcripts, SF 50, Certifications, Course completion certificates, at least three work related references, separate sheet for justifications to competency statements if not addressed within your resume. Applicant may be asked to provide last three performance appraisals (if available).

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