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AIRCRAFT MECHANIC-TITLE 32

Department of the Army
Army National Guard Units
KY AASF

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for an AIRCRAFT MECHANIC-TITLE 32, Position Description Number PDD1063000 and is part of the KY AASF, National Guard.

***Effective start dates of selected candidate will be determined based on available authorizations and funding.***

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
01/09/2026 to 01/29/2026
Salary
$31.44 to - $36.73 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 12
Location
3 vacancies in the following location:
Frankfort, KY
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
No
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
No
Announcement number
KY-12863023-AR-26-034
Control number
854111000

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to Area: AREA 1B- All current federal employees/technicians within Kentucky Army National Guard (T32 and T5, with permanent, conditional, or indefinite tenure w/current Kentucky Army National Guard membership)

Duties

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As an AIRCRAFT MECHANIC-TITLE 32, WG-8852-12, you will manage, monitor and perform overall maintenance within the CAMP and FAA framework, servicing, inspections and documentation for highly technical, high performance military aircraft. Perform work in complex conditions under time and/or mission constraints to include all weather and night operations. Certify work of journey level workers in other trades working on the assigned aircraft. Certify aircraft as airworthy before being released for flight. Perform preflight, thru flight, and post-flight inspections and scheduled or unscheduled maintenance. Control and perform work assignments based upon priorities, workload availability of parts, facilities, material and personnel. Observe and inspect work performed by other workers work to insure compliance with applicable technical publications, directives and local policy. Accomplish operational tests of aircraft systems and components. Diagnose and solve malfunctions of aircraft systems and components. Clear Red X status symbols on aircraft forms for work performed by others. Participate in Maintenance Test Flights and operational flights as a crewmember. Plan, develop and conduct training to workforce comprised of Full Time Support (FTS) and unit personnel. Prepare for and participate in readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and support exercises. Participate in various periods of temporary duty away from the place of assignment, as required. Comply with safety, fire, security, environmental, and housekeeping regulations. Ensure material and equipment are properly and safely maintained and protected. Perform other duties as assigned.
A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDD1063000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the KY HRO Staffing Section via email for additional information, ng.ky.kyarng.mbx.hro-technicianstaffing@army.mil.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

Military Grades: SPC(E4)-SFC(E7)

RANK REQUIREMENT:
Member must provide in writing with their application package that they are willing to accept a reduction in rank in order to be qualified for this position, if applicable. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:
You must maintain membership in the Kentucky National Guard.
You must be assigned to a compatible military position.
Wear of the military uniform.
Position may require a pre-employment physical.
May be subject to furlough actions.
May be required to successfully complete a trial probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Must obtain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation.
Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate a military bonus.
Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility.
This position is located on a tobacco free facility.
This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT:
Experience removing and replacing aircraft parts, accessories, and components, and making 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 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.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
Resume must have complete dates (Example 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981 or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981), work schedule, and hours worked per week of employment. Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement or the position description. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

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 (http://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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 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 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 Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision, Ability To Inspect, Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment, and Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.

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