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AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (T32)

Department of the Army
Army National Guard Units

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (T32), Position Description Number D0417000 and is part of the AL AASF 2, National Guard.

ORGANIZATION: AASF 2, BIRMINGHAM, AL
SELECTING OFFICIAL: CW5 T. JOHNSON

Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted this week · Apply by 07/02/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 2, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$30.69 - $35.81 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 10
Promotion potential
None
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Not required
Appointment type
Permanent - NON-MERIT
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
No
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number
AL-12975511-AR-26-136
Control number
871457400

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Clarification from the agency

Title 32 CAT 1- All on board Federal Employees/Technicians within the ALARNG (T32 and T5, Permanent and Excepted Indefinite) CAT 2- Current Army M-Day and Temporary Technicians within ALARNG CAT 3- Applicants willing to become NG T32 DS Technicians and gain ALARNG membership, all current federal employees, all U.S. Citizens

Duties

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(1) Troubleshoots and diagnoses malfunctioning engines to determine degree of disassembly, repair, modification, and adjustment needed. Removes and disassembles aircraft engines in order to perform necessary maintenance. Inspects engine components using visual, magnetic, fluorescent and dye-penetrant inspection methods. Analyses inspection findings to determine extent of repairs required. With the aid of diagrams, schematics and technical publications, makes necessary repairs and modifications. Assembles and installs engines adhering 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. Inspects installed, repaired and modified engines and components to insure compliance with technical publications. Interprets inspection findings to determine adequacy of repairs, modification, or corrective 'actions. Conducts tests of repaired components using bench mock-ups and related test equipment. Installs special test equipment and performs preoperational and post operational checks. Evaluates engine performance by computing fuel consumption, monitoring RPM and analyzing exhaust gas temperatures.

(3) Performs engine trim in accordance with applicable directives. Adjusts, aligns and calibrates engine and components to insure maximum operating efficiency consistent with design characteristics. Employs a variety of test equipment and instruments such as engine pressure-ratio-indicator, exhaust-gas temperature gage, fuel flow meter, air pressure indicator and other alignment fixtures. Evaluates engine performance and accepts or rejects engine.

(4) Must be knowledgeable of applicable technical manuals and other publications pertaining to aircraft engines. May be required to maintain library of pertinent regulations. Evaluates justification for unsatisfactory reports and practicality of proposed modification. Records and maintains test data on appropriate log sheets. May assist in identifying stock numbers for required repair parts or in the requisitioning of bench stock materials, parts and equipment.

(5) When designated on NCB Flying Status orders, may participate in aerial flights which are defined by applicable Army publications as Maintenance Test Flights. Serves as a member of the flight crew for the purpose of observing, recording, and diagnosing malfunctions, or otherwise assisting in determining the performance of aircraft engine components.

(6) Performs on-the-job training as required. Evaluates training effectiveness.

(7) Performs such travel as may be required in the accomplishment of assigned duties and the organizational mission.

(8) 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 in the accomplishment of mission requirements.

(10) Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

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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.
  • 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.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Army National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Alabama Army National Guard recruiter at 800-464-8273 prior to applying for this position.

MINIMUM MILITARY RANK: SPC
MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: MSG

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION.
DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION.

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.

Education

SUBSTITUTION OF EDUCATION IS NOT CONSIDERED FOR WAGE GRADE POSITIONS.

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).

**This position may be authorized a recruitment or relocation incentive for up to 25%. All incentives must be approved prior to the employee in processing.**

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 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.

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Agency contact information

Thomas Johnson
Phone
205-808-3319
Email
thomas.d.johnson6.mil@army.mil
Address
AL AASF 2
5700 East Lake Blvd
Birmingham, AL 35217-3599
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