AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC
What you'd do
This job opportunity is for an AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC, position description D1635000, within the 177TH MAI SQ of the New Jersey 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 aircraft engines Analyze malfunctions using schematic and wiring diagrams, blueprints, manufacturer's specifications, computer diagnostics data, inspection findings, trending data, technical orders, 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
What you need to qualify
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 12 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
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