AIRCRAFT MECHANIC - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY Job in Robins AFB, GA

Vacancy No. AFMC-13072470-CRB-FLYER Department Department of the Air Force Headquarters
Salary $23.13 to $34.89 Grade 5 to 10
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 9/28/2026 Close Date 12/4/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Robins AFB, GA


AIRCRAFT MECHANIC - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

Department of the Air Force
Department of the Air Force Headquarters
WR-ALC

Summary

The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment.

To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.

Duties

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Performs troubleshooting on a variety of major aircraft systems, their assemblies, and components.

Disassembles, repairs, and reassembles major aircraft systems, their assemblies, and components.

Accomplishes operational and maintenance record keeping, both manual and automated, associated with
aircraft maintenance and repair.

Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a
safe and clean work area.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Security clearance requirements are based upon actual position being filled.
  • Locations are not negotiable. The actual duty locations available may be located on the Air Force Civilian Service website.
  • Random drug testing may be required depending upon the position being filled.
  • Supervisory requirements may be required depending upon the position being filled.
  • Promotion potential may be authorized depending upon position being filled.
  • For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please go to https://afciviliancareers.com/find-a-job/
  • This Job Opportunity Announcement (JOA) will be used to form a pool of qualified applicants who will be considered for direct hire vacancies as they become available.
  • Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1, 2, or 3-year probationary OR trial period.
  • Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
  • Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
  • May be required to work overtime, rotating shifts, uncommon tours, weekends, etc.
  • The duties of this position require the employee to operate a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

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WG-8800 Aircraft Overhaul Family
Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element)
Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair etc.
Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic)
Use of Measuring Instruments
Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading)
Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment
Trouble shooting

Ideal Candidate:
Should complete Aviation Maintenance (A&P) Training from an accredited Vocational/Technical College or University or related Military technical training.

Must be able to install, adjust, align, troubleshoot, and perform final functional and operational tests on a variety of major aircraft systems, their assembles, and components such as airframe, landing gear, power plant, gear boxes, pumps, and hydraulic, pressurization, utility, fuel, oil, pneumatic, and flight control systems.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

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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.

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.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal 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.

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Required Documents

Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable.

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How to Apply

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Click APPLY NOW to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50).

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Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

Agency contact information

Michael Weddington
Phone
478-472-5230
Email
michael.weddington@us.af.mil
Address
EHA DHA
550 C Street West
JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
US

Next steps

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Department of the Air Force Headquarters

WR-ALC Mission: Dedicated to providing depot maintenance, engineering support, and software development to major weapon systems. Check out the WR-ALC's mission videohere!

An Air Force Civilian Service career offers everything you could want in a job: quality of life, career growth opportunities, job security, competitive compensation and benefits, work life balance, an Award-Winning Workplace, and perhaps most importantly, personal satisfaction of service. Former military? You can continue to serve the Air Force as a civilian after your active-duty career!

Agency contact information

Michael Weddington
Phone
478-472-5230
Email
michael.weddington@us.af.mil
Address
EHA DHA
550 C Street West
JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
US

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