AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC

AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): McGuire AFB, New Jersey

Salary Range: $33.54 - $39.18 Per Hour

Job Summary: This job opportunity is for an AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC, position description D1635000, within the 108th AMXS of the New Jersey Air National Guard. This vacancy announcement is a Title 32, Excepted Service position. The primary purpose of this position is to certify acceptable performance, test, repair, trouble-shoot, operationally check and modify aircraft turbine and auxiliary power units, and associated propulsion system components.

Major Duties:

• As an AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC, WG-8602-10, you will: Troubleshoot, modify, repair, and perform sequential disassembly and assembly of gearboxes and auxiliary power units Analyze malfunctions using schematic and wiring diagrams, blueprints, manufacturer's specifications, computer diagnostics data, inspection findings, trending data and aircrew debriefs Requisition, process, and account for supply assets as required by the repairable processing system Perform engine run operation on installed and uninstalled engines to troubleshoot malfunctions or verify findings Perform other duties as assigned

Qualifications: General Experience: Experience or training that has provided the ability to perform assembly and disassembly operations and make prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories in accordance with technical specifications, procedures and requirements.Experience using hand and power tools common to the trade. Specialized Experience: At least 18 months experience training performing standard: Assembly and disassembly operations and making prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories Maintenance overhaul, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of aircraft engines, engine components, and power trains for fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft Determining maintenance needed from work orders, inspection reports, historical record, and by own diagnosis

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/.

Application Deadline: 2025-12-08