POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC Job in Des Moines, IA

Vacancy No. IA-12789183-AF-25-103 Department Air National Guard Units
Salary $31.41 to $36.70 Grade 11 to 11
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 8/28/2025 Close Date 9/11/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Des Moines, IA


Summary

IOWA AIR NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION
This position is open to current on-board Title 5 and Title 32 employees of the 132d Wing, Des Moines, Iowa Air National Guard. Military membership is required.

LOCATION: 132d Wing, Des Moines, Iowa

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

This position is open to current on-board Title 5 and Title 32 employees of the 132d Wing, Des Moines, Iowa Air National Guard. Military membership is required.

Duties

As a POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC, WG-5378-11 your duties are below.

  1. Serves as shop chief exercising first level supervisory responsibility for control over work operations involving one or two subordinate AGR/technicians and three to five drill status guardsmen (DSG).The occupation and grade level which best reflect the nature of the overall work operation supervised is Powered Support Systems Mechanic WG-5378-10.Plans work schedules and sequence of operations for subordinates. Establishes shop deadlines and priorities on the basis of work schedules, methods, procedures, and priorities established by higher levels of supervision. Selects workers and assigns tasks to be performed. Explains work requirements, methods and procedures: instructs subordinates in new procedures; and provides advice when problems arise. Schedules and approves leave of subordinates. Recommends performance requirements and makes formal and informal performance appraisals. Counsels employees on problems; adjusts informal complaints through discussion with employees. Assures safety and security procedures are observed.
  2. Schedules and conducts on-the-job training and production work to be accomplished by DSG. Determines training aids and other reference data needed for training on drill weekends, and, as necessary, supplements or modifies existing guidance and training materials in order to meet training objectives. Evaluates effectiveness of training by observation and written oral examinations. Tailors production work assignments to be accomplished by drill status guardsmen based on their level of proficiency which normally ranges from apprentice to journeyman level. Maintains required training records. Adjusts work plans, assignments and methods as necessary to accomplish the work as effectively and economically as feasible.
  3. Installs, operates, maintains, repairs, and inspects aircraft arresting barriers, electrical power production plants and equipment, and uninterruptible power systems.
  4. Performs other duties as assigned. D0214

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Air National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 09/11/2025 . FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the How to Apply Section for detailed instruction on applying.

SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT: Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a clearance as required by this position. If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application must be made within 30 days of the start date. Failure to make application for the required security clearance will result in termination of employment.

Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS.

Military Rank Requirements: ENLISTED MEMBERS (E-5 to E-7)

Qualifications

In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Experience or training which demonstrates the knowledge of mechanical maintenance work; ability to read and use technical manuals, illustrations, diagrams and schematics, and skill in the use of equipment and hand tools used in troubleshooting, testing, and repairing equipment.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: WG-5378-11: Must haveexperience in the following:
  1. Experience or training removing, adjusting, replacing, cleaning, and installing parts, components, and accessories.
  2. Experience which provided working knowledge of mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic theory applying to powered support equipment and systems; and skill to replace, fit, install, and make adjustments.
  3. Experience which provided working knowledge of the makeup and operation of the various individual systems maintained and their interrelationships.
  4. Experience reading and interpreting parts lists, manufactures' repair manuals, diagrams, and electrical schematics.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

ENLISTMENT CASH BONUSES: Acceptance of a technician position may affect any bonus and/or educational assistance that may be applicable. Please contact your Education Office prior to accepting a position with the Iowa Army National Guard.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

If you are a male applicant 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 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

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.

Review our benefits

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 found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities required for this position:

  1. Knowledge of the mechanical and electrical makeup and operation of powered support systems including their major mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic components.
  2. Skill in troubleshooting and repairing diesel, gasoline and/or multi-fuel engines :gearing and governing components for controlling, changing, or transferring speed and power; hydraulic and pneumatic systems and controls: and combustion powered generators.
  3. Ability to completely disassemble, reassemble, overhaul, and adjust to specifications the systems worked on.
  4. Knowledge of the principles of electricity, including generation, conversion, transformation, distribution, and utilization; kind, capacity, and purpose of high and low voltage circuits, circuit breakers, switches, fuses, regulators, relays, instruments, and meters associated with electric generation and distribution; interpretation of instrument and meter readings; wiring diagrams, schematic drawings, blueprints, and technical orders: and techniques of operating and maintaining internal combustion engines, generators, uninterruptible power systems, and aircraft arresting barriers.

Required Documents

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

  1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
  2. Additional Supporting Documents (if applicable): Cover Letter, Transcripts, DD 214, SF-50, ect. .

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

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/.

Agency contact information

Christopher Powders
Address
IA 132nd Wing
3100 McKinley Ave
Des Moines, IA 50321-2799
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.


Note: We cannot accept applications on behalf of Federal Agencies. Application instructions are listed within the Job Description.


© 2006-2025, exclusive of U. S. government job opportunity announcements