Military

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC - TITLE 32

Air National Guard Units ยท Department of the Air Force
๐Ÿ“ Robins AFB, Georgia WG-12 $32 - $37/hr
Posted: Jun 9, 2026 Deadline: Jun 30, 2026 (Closes in 15 days)

About This Position

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This position is for a Aircraft Mechanic, Position Description Number D1525000, located within the Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Robins AFB, Georgia. This is a full-time, Excepted Permanent, dual status position which requires Georgia Air National Guard Membership. Area of Consideration: Current members of the Georgia Air National Guard.

Qualifications

Each applicant must fully substantiate (in her/his own words) that they meet the requirements of the specialized experience listed below; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this vacancy. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. IF YOU DO THIS YOU WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THE VACANCY.

Please ensure that you have included beginning and ending dates (month and year) for all jobs listed on your resume. Military Grades: E3-E5 Compatible Military Assignments: AFSC: 2A5X1 General Experience: Must possess experience 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: Candidate must have 18 months specialized experience 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. Must have the ability to instruct lower graded mechanics, military and other personnel in the disassembly and re-assembly of crash damaged engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulic components, and fuel controls sufficient for the exhibit to be returned to its shipping container.

Physical Effort: Work assignments require moderate to strenuous effort. The mechanic is required to climb, stoop, crawl, and stand for significant time periods. He/she is regularly required to lift parts and equipment weighing up to 20 pounds, occasionally lifting and carrying items to 50 pounds, with assistance as required.

Working Conditions: Work is performed in hanger areas, and on parking ramps, both inside and outside of the aircraft. Work areas are typically noisy. Work is carried out in weather extremes involving cold, wind, rain, snow, and heat.

Work is often carried out in confined spaces and awkward positions. Dirt, dust, grease, and aircraft fluids are a common problem. Hazardous gasses and fluids such as Hydrozine, jet fuel, solvents, Halon, and the like are prevalent.

Scaffolds, ladders, and aircraft surfaces can become slick and dangerous, resulting in cuts, bruises, falls, and strains. Incumbents are subject to injury from numerous moving parts such as flight control surfaces, loosened components, etc. Workers are exposed to hot exhaust blast and intake suction.

Ramps are active and noisy, with vehicles, aircraft and support equipment moving constantly.

Major Duties

As an Aircraft Mechanic, WG-8852-12, you will: Perform inspections, functional checks, and preventive maintenance on aircraft to include periodic, phase, hourly, preflight, postflight, calendar, thru-flight, and special inspections such as fuel contamination, emergency equipment, and oil sampling. Inspect and perform functional checks such as landing gear retraction and operation checks on hydraulic, electrical, pressurization, lubrication, de-icing, vacuum, induction, and exhaust systems. Troubleshoot and perform unscheduled maintenance on assigned and transient aircraft, utilizing various gauges, meters, measuring devices and other related test equipment.

Remove and replace aircraft components such as control surfaces, engines, constant speed drive, engine mounted gear boxes, wing fuel tanks or cells, landing gear mechanisms, wheels, brakes and tires. Service oil, fluid, fuel, hydraulic, and oxygen systems. Adjust and maintain installed equipment such as tow targets, hydraulic reels, and drive assemblies.

Perform user and organizational level maintenance on assigned support equipment, including inspection, repair, modification, and corrosion prevention. Instruct, direct, and assign maintenance repair tasks to drill status guard members. Complies with safety, fire, security, and housekeeping regulations.

Prepare for and participate in various types of readiness evaluations such as MEI, ORI, IG and UE inspections, mobility and command support exercises. Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications, therefore provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement my result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How You Will Be Evaluated

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 minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position.

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

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics): Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Trouble Shooting Ability To Provide Production Support Services Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.

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).

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. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12977704 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/.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, e.g., 02/2017, Feb 2017, etc.) of employment and duties performed. Report on Individual Person (RIP).

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the AIRCRAFT MECHANIC - TITLE 32 position at Air National Guard Units?
The salary range for this position is $32 - $37/hr. This is a WG-12 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the AIRCRAFT MECHANIC - TITLE 32 job located?
This position is located in Robins AFB, Georgia. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements: Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications, therefore provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement my result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Jun 30, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, a Secret clearance is required.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.