Duties
As an AIRCRAFT MECHANIC, WG-8852-10 (w/addend), you will perform inspections, functional checks, and preventive maintenance on assigned aircraft to include phase inspection, daily inspections, pre and post flight inspections and such special inspections; conduct checks on hydraulic, electrical, transmission, power systems, etc.; troubleshoot, diagnose, and perform unscheduled maintenance on assigned and transient aircraft; perform full range of repair and testing of aircraft systems, assemblies and surfaces; diagnose and identify problem areas and determine extent of repairs required; remove components and assemblies, repair or replace defective parts and components and reassemble repaired items into aircraft; install, align, and make adjustments to major components and assemblies such as engines, propeller/rotors, transmissions, hydraulic systems, etc.; conduct ground functional test of aircraft systems; service aircraft with oil, de-icing fluid, fuel, and hydraulic fluid; launch and recover assigned and transient aircraft; perform inspections prior to takeoff; inspect for conditions such as oil, fuel, and hydraulic leaks, cut lines, tires and loose panels; incumbent may be required to maintain Airframe (A) and Power plant (P) certification (license) by the Federal Aviation Agency (FAA).
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):
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/12690991
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.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
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.