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Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1525000 and is part of the NC ANG, National Guard (145 AMXS / Position Numbers 1071264). Responsibilities As an AIRCRAFT MECHANIC, WG-8852-12, you will direct, monitor or perform overall maintenance, servicing, inspections and documentation for one or more aircraft; work is performed in complex working conditions under time and/or mission constraints to include all weather and night operations; work with, coordinate and oversee the work of subordinate aircraft mechanics; coordinate and oversee the work of journey level workers in other trades working simultaneously on the assigned aircraft; review, train and prepare to perform battle damage assessment/repair; participate in mission generation/regeneration operations; direct multiple specialists in preparing aircraft for combat operations; expedite aircraft operations to include concurrent servicing, hot pit refueling and/or combat turns or integrated combat turns; perform preflight, postflight, thru flight, periodic, isochronal, phase, hourly and special inspections, as well as servicing, defueling, scheduled and unscheduled maintenance; serve as the technical authority to advise on, inspect and approve all airframe, mechanical, electrical/environmental, avionics, engine and pneudraulic repairs on assigned aircraft; work closely with the production control function to report current aircraft status, requests and coordinates specialist support for accomplishing maintenance exceeding sortie generation capabilities or time constraints; control and perform work assignments based upon priorities, workload, availability of parts, facilities, material and personnel; assign maintenance and repair functions to subordinate mechanics; coordinate with production control to direct short notice availability of the aircraft to accomplish work on delayed discrepancies and other scheduled maintenance to meet mission requirements; observe and inspect performance and work procedures to ensure compliance with applicable technical publications, directives and local policy; accomplish operational tests of aircraft systems and components; direct and perform the ground movement of aircraft; launch, recover, park and service aircraft; perform end of runway inspection; install, remove, inspect and adjust aerial delivery systems to mission requirements; diagnose and solve malfunctions of aircraft systems and components by utilizing a wide variety of complex state of the art computerized and/or non computerized diagnostic and precision equipment, by studying layout drawings, blueprints and wiring diagrams and by analyzing construction and operating characteristics of aircraft and their components; perform/oversee maintenance such as troubleshooting, removing, repairing, replacing, rigging, aligning, cleaning, painting and corrosion control; may be required to assist DEPOT level maintenance activities on individual assigned aircraft discrepancies; ensure all mission associated support (-21) equipment is available and serviceable for deployment and employment; ensure aircraft documentation and Maintenance Information Systems (MIS) accurately reflect the airworthiness of the Aircraft; provide technical guidance and assistance to flight crews regarding observed discrepancies and experienced in-flight characteristics and system malfunctions; perform in-process and final inspection of aircraft and components undergoing repair, overhaul and/or modification to verify and certify by signature adherence to work techniques, procedures and quality standards established by applicable publications; work is reviewed for adherence to maintenance policy independently to determine that the aircraft is prepared and safe for flight; must make decisions on a wide range of matters that may involve changes to past precedents to ensure completion of the mission; clear Red X symbols on aircraft forms, accomplishes or directs engine power runs, may taxi aircraft in accordance with applicable directives; evaluate and certify effectiveness of training by observation as the trainee performs the tasks; determine experience and skill level of assigned personnel. Maintains Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP) for assigned members; Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises and Operations Other Than War (OOTW); may be required to perform such additional duties as structural firefighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operation, maintenance of facilities and equipment or to serve as a team member on boards to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies; comply with safety, fire, security, environmental and housekeeping regulations; ensure that material and equipment are properly and safely protected and maintained.; perform other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Military Grades: Enlisted (E6/TSgt to E7/MSgt) Minimum Requirements: Experience or training that has provided the candidate with the skill to remove and replace aircraft parts, accessories, and components, and to make adjustments and settings according to established specifications. Must be skilled in the use of hand tools and test equipment. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: (Must have 18 months) Experience or training installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting and functionally testing the various major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems on an aircraft during overhaul or modification. Experience coordinating the work of other mechanics, and scheduling maintenance to ensure completion of critical actions and optimum workflow. Education Additional Information If you are a male applicant who was 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 be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).