Today
Secret
Unspecified
Unspecified
Engineering - Mechanical
Edgewood, MD (On-Site/Office)
Duties
(1) Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctioning engines to determinedegree of disassembly, repair, modification, and adjustment needed. Removesand disassembles aircraft engines in order to perform necessary maintenance.Inspects engine components using visual, magnetic, fluorescent and dye-penetrantinspection methods. Analyses inspection findings to determine extent of repairsrequired. With the aid of diagrams, schematics and technical publications,makes necessary repairs and modifications. Assembles and installs enginesadhering to prescribed procedures, safety practices and technical requirements.Pre-oils newly installed engines and performs initial start-up.(2) Performs periodic and special inspections on engines. Inspectsinstalled, repaired and modified engines and components to insure compliancewith technical publications. Interprets inspection findings to determineadequacy of repairs, modification, or corrective 'actions. Conducts testsof repaired components using bench mock-ups and related test equipment.Installs special test equipment and performs preoperational and post operationalchecks. Evaluates engine performance by computing fuel consumption, monitoringRPM and analyzing exhaust gas temperatures.(3) Performs engine trim in accordance with applicable directives.Adjusts, aligns and calibrates engine and components to insure maximum operatingefficiency consistent with design characteristics. Employs a varietyof test equipment and instruments such as engine pressure-ratio-indicator,exhaust-gas temperature gage, fuel flow meter, air pressure indicator andother alignment fixtures. Evaluates engine performance and accepts or rejectsengine.(4) Must be knowledgeable of applicable technical manuals and otherpublications pertaining to aircraft engines. May be required to maintainlibrary of pertinent regulations. Evaluates justification for unsatisfactoryreports and practicality of proposed modification. Records and maintainstest data on appropriate log sheets. May assist in identifying stock numbersfor required repair parts or in the requisitioning of bench stock materials,parts and equipment.(5) When designated on NCB Flying Status orders, may participatein aerial flights which are defined by applicable Army publications asMaintenance Test Flights. Serves as a member of the flight crew for thepurpose of observing, recording, and diagnosing malfunctions, or otherwiseassisting in determining the performance of aircraft engine components.(6) Performs on-the-job training as required. Evaluates trainingeffectiveness.(7) Performs such travel as may be required in the accomplishment ofassigned duties and the organizational mission.(81 May assist authorized firefighters in the performance of fire/crash/rescue duties as needed.(9) May assist in other functions within the component repair shop inthe accomplishment of mission requirements.(10) Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Qualifications
Military Grades: ENLISTED E4- AND ABOVE
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 : Experience or training performing standard, routine assembly and disassembly operations and making prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories. Experience or training performing maintenance overhaul, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of aircraft engines, engine components, and powertrains for fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft. Experience determining maintenance needed from work orders, inspection reports, historical records, and diagnosis.
Quality of Experience: Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated based on duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.
Education
If you are using Education to qualify for this position,
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
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 ( ).
(1) Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctioning engines to determinedegree of disassembly, repair, modification, and adjustment needed. Removesand disassembles aircraft engines in order to perform necessary maintenance.Inspects engine components using visual, magnetic, fluorescent and dye-penetrantinspection methods. Analyses inspection findings to determine extent of repairsrequired. With the aid of diagrams, schematics and technical publications,makes necessary repairs and modifications. Assembles and installs enginesadhering to prescribed procedures, safety practices and technical requirements.Pre-oils newly installed engines and performs initial start-up.(2) Performs periodic and special inspections on engines. Inspectsinstalled, repaired and modified engines and components to insure compliancewith technical publications. Interprets inspection findings to determineadequacy of repairs, modification, or corrective 'actions. Conducts testsof repaired components using bench mock-ups and related test equipment.Installs special test equipment and performs preoperational and post operationalchecks. Evaluates engine performance by computing fuel consumption, monitoringRPM and analyzing exhaust gas temperatures.(3) Performs engine trim in accordance with applicable directives.Adjusts, aligns and calibrates engine and components to insure maximum operatingefficiency consistent with design characteristics. Employs a varietyof test equipment and instruments such as engine pressure-ratio-indicator,exhaust-gas temperature gage, fuel flow meter, air pressure indicator andother alignment fixtures. Evaluates engine performance and accepts or rejectsengine.(4) Must be knowledgeable of applicable technical manuals and otherpublications pertaining to aircraft engines. May be required to maintainlibrary of pertinent regulations. Evaluates justification for unsatisfactoryreports and practicality of proposed modification. Records and maintainstest data on appropriate log sheets. May assist in identifying stock numbersfor required repair parts or in the requisitioning of bench stock materials,parts and equipment.(5) When designated on NCB Flying Status orders, may participatein aerial flights which are defined by applicable Army publications asMaintenance Test Flights. Serves as a member of the flight crew for thepurpose of observing, recording, and diagnosing malfunctions, or otherwiseassisting in determining the performance of aircraft engine components.(6) Performs on-the-job training as required. Evaluates trainingeffectiveness.(7) Performs such travel as may be required in the accomplishment ofassigned duties and the organizational mission.(81 May assist authorized firefighters in the performance of fire/crash/rescue duties as needed.(9) May assist in other functions within the component repair shop inthe accomplishment of mission requirements.(10) Performs other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of employment
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Qualifications
Military Grades: ENLISTED E4- AND ABOVE
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 : Experience or training performing standard, routine assembly and disassembly operations and making prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories. Experience or training performing maintenance overhaul, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of aircraft engines, engine components, and powertrains for fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft. Experience determining maintenance needed from work orders, inspection reports, historical records, and diagnosis.
Quality of Experience: Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Candidates' experience should be evaluated based on duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position.
Education
If you are using Education to qualify for this position,
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
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 ( ).
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