AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (Title 32)

AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (Title 32)

Department: Department of the Air Force

Location(s): Peoria, Illinois

Salary Range: $31.5 - $36.74 Per Hour

Job Summary: THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (Title 32), Position Description Number D1636000 and is part of the IL 182 AW, National Guard.

Major Duties:

• As an AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (Title 32), WG-8602-10, you will you will maintain, troubleshoot, remove, repair, install, certify, test and perform operational checks on the turboprop engines, propellers, and associated propulsion system components. Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Remove, install, certify, repair, modify, overhaul, and install turboprop engines, reduction gear boxes, turbine modules, compressor modules, auxiliary power units, propellers, and related components. Perform maintenance on all propulsion systems including troubleshooting, diagnosing defects, certifying, conducting bench checks, and performing in-shop and on-equipment repairs and overhauls. Determine the extent of disassembly necessary to repair, overhaul, replace, and certify engine, propeller, and auxiliary power unit parts. Assemble engines, propellers, and auxiliary power units by adhering to prescribed procedures, torque values, safety methods, and clearances. Modify engines, propellers, auxiliary power units, and components in accordance with Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO) directives. Diagnose malfunctions using computerized test equipment, schematic diagrams, and technical publications, then perform appropriate repairs. Evaluate technical problems of repair, overhaul, modification, and installation of aircraft propulsion systems. Perform operational checks of installed propellers, engines, auxiliary power units, and subsystems during aircraft maintenance ground runs. Interpret certification findings and determine adequacy of corrective action. Evaluate engine and propeller performance by computing torque, specific fuel consumption, RPM, and turbine inlet temperature. Employ test equipment such as computer borescope, fuel pressure gauges, air pressure gauges, and alignment fixtures. Utilize special tools and precision measuring equipment, high-pressure hydraulic test equipment, and electronic test equipment. Perform dynamic propeller balancing and test propeller integrated synchophasing. Test variable potentiometers, servo-motors, indicators, and aircraft wiring. Review and assist in maintaining Technical Orders (TOs) and other technical publications and directives pertinent to propulsion systems. Interpret diagrams, blueprints, wiring schematics, and technical publications to perform repair and maintenance. Prepare man-hour data collection and required forms for input into automated maintenance systems (CAMS/G081). Provide on-the-job training and conduct formal classes of instruction in repair and maintenance of engines, propellers, auxiliary power units, and related equipment. Evaluate effectiveness of training through observation, written tests, and oral examinations.

Qualifications: AREA OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position, Title 32 Excepted Service (32 U.S. Code § 709), will be in the following manner and sequence: The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG. The SECOND area of consideration will be all current Federal Employees. The THIRD area of consideration will be all Federal re-employment eligible. The FOURTH area of consideration will be applicants willing to become T32 Dual Status Technicians and gain ILNG membership. The FIFTH area of consideration will be U.S. Citizens. Military Grades: Enlisted Only - Minimum rank requirement of SrA & May not exceed the rank of TSgt. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: WG-10 Level - MUST possess experience or training performing standard assembly and disassembly operations and prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, assemblies, and accessories. Experience or training in maintenance overhaul, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of aircraft engines, components, and powertrains for fixed and/or rotary-wing aircraft. Experience determining maintenance needs from work orders, inspection reports, historical records, and diagnosis. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. 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 above. 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.

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/12840390 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: 2026-11-25