AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties - Inspects, maintains, modifies, troubleshoots, repairs, overhauls, and tests a variety of major aircraft fuel systems, their assemblies, and components - Prepares and operates fuel pressurization test stands to perform fuel tank and component integrity checks - Uses and maintains hand and power tools, test equipment and other powered/ non-powered equipment required to accomplish duties - Accomplishes record keeping, manual and/or automated - Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work area Requirements Conditions of Employment U.S. Citizenship Required Males must be registered for Selective Service, see If authorized, PCS may be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program Disclosure of Political Appointments Recruitment and Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. May be required to work overtime, rotating shifts, uncommon tours, weekends, etc. The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position. Temporary duty may be required Performs other duties as required. Access is required to information or area classified up to secret SHALL be qualified to enter the smallest fuel tank/cell, that permit personnel entry on all MDS assigned SHALL be required to obtain /maintain certification as a local Unit Rescue Team member upon assignment to the 97 MXS/MXMCF Fuels Flight. This includes the requirement to maintain respirator qualifications at ALL times. The work requires moderate to strenuous effort. Sits, stands, lifts equipment weighing 20 pounds and occasionally items weighing up to 60 pounds with help from lifting equipment or other workers. Pushes heavy jacks and test stands, stoops, bends, stretches, and works in cramped, tiring, and uncomfortable positions. Subject to high intensity and higher frequency sounds that impose a physical burden. Will be qualified to enter the smallest fuel tank/cell that permit personnel entry on all mds assigned. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C. QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-8200, Fluid Systems Maintenance Group. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of an AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC without more than normal supervision. JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Comprehensive knowledge of principles governing the behavior of fluids and basic electrical principles to repair and test various complex fuel system components, subsystems and systems that are designed for proportional input variable forces or condition, control rates of change and have multiple stage function, and automatic reset or adjustment circuits on assigned aircraft, such as regulating and vacuum relief valves, refuel valves, engine feed valves, cross-feed valves, de-fuel valves, vent valves, boost pumps, transfer pumps, fuel filter manifold valve, anti-vapor systems, and fuel tank safety systems such as nitrogen. Knowledge of associated trades such as hydraulic, electrical and environmental systems and the inter-relationship with the fuel system. 2. Knowledge of safety regulations, practices, and procedures; documentation procedures; and other applicable publications and forms. 3. Ability to apply standard formulas, shop mathematics, trade theories and industry practices in isolating the cause of malfunctions, to include fuel leaks, to hook up and operate test stands and test equipment to perform bladder cell chemical testing, tank and vent system testing and component testing. Ability to maintain records and document actions manually or by computer terminal. 4. Skill to use hand and power tools, fixtures and instruments such as feeler gauges, micrometers, voltmeters, torque wrenches, combustible gas indicators, oxygen analyzers, and monometers. 5. Ability to inspect completed work of others, coordinate the work of other mechanics, and determine when the work is properly completed, perform in-progress inspections, clear RED X conditions, and instruct personnel requiring training in fuel system maintenance. 6. Ability to wear respirator at ALL times, pass an annual job specific occupational physical and ability to enter/exit the smallest fuel tank access opening/door on the aircraft assigned. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. PHYSICAL EFFORT: Frequently required to work in awkward, cramped, and confined spaces when removing, repairing, and replacing fuel bladder cells and integral fuel tank components and to exercise careful removal and application of sealants. Frequently handles objects weighing up to 20 pounds and on occasion up to 50 pounds, other workers are available to assist in moving heavier items. Required to lift, reach, push, pull, bend, stoop, crawl, walk, sit, and stand for prolonged periods on concrete and metal surfaces. Frequently required to enter and exit small fuel tank access openings. WORKING CONDITIONS: Possibility of physical damage caused by inhalation and prolonged exposure to JP-8 fuel, benzene, flammable, volatile and toxic chemicals both in liquid and vapor form. Exposed to dirt, grease and aircraft fluids, such as oil and hydraulic fluid. Required to wear full-face air supplied for extended periods of time. Required to perform confined space entries as outlined in applicable technical order, AFOSH Standards and other safety regulations or directives. Subject to work in excessive heat, cold, noise, electrical energy and slippery or uneven walking surfaces. Works around machinery with moving parts and running aircraft engines. Incumbent is required to take an occupational physical examination prior to starting work and an annual exam thereafter for detection of possible skin irritations, bumps, lead poisoning, liver damage, respiratory disorder, heat stress disorders and hearing problems. Subject to hazardous noise while working on the flight line. Subject to cuts, bruises, muscle strain and injury from foils off aircraft surfaces, ladders and maintenance stands. Work is performed in hangar areas outdoors, in parked aircraft and occasionally in hazardous noise area. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must

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