Equipment Specialist (Aircraft) NF-04

• Oversees a comprehensive aircraft program for the MWR Flying Activity. Uses independent judgement and initiative in planning for and managing the equipment of the Flying Activity.
• Exercises technical knowledge of the concepts characteristics properties and uses of aircraft general items and ground support equipment needed in aircraft maintenance. Ensures equipment necessary for maintenance of aircraft is available.
• Analyze maintenance and repair operations to determine best methods of sustainability and improvement. Responsible for purchasing and receiving supplies repair parts and replacement supplies affecting the overall readiness of the activity.
• Provides technical guidance regarding issues and repairs that may arise. Works closely with Mechanics to ensure that they have the proper equipment tooling fixtures parts and materials to perform the task assigned.
• Ensures all required records are preserved. Maintains program and administrative reference materials project files and relevant background documents. Prepares reports and maintains records of work accomplishments. Performs other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• Direct Deposit and Social Security Card is required.
• Meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
• Subject to satisfactory completion of all required pre-employment checks in accordance with AR 215-3 paragraph 2 to include a Tier 1 background investigation and medical exam.
• Possess a valid drivers license as required by local/state or military regulations.
• May frequently handle objects weighing up to 20 and occasionally 50 pounds with/without assistance.
• Must stay current with FAA regulations.
• This position is covered by the DA Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program.
• Incumbent is required to sign DA Form 5019-R. This position has critical safety or security responsibilities and as such has been designated as a testing designated position (TDP).
• As a condition of employment incumbent of a TDP is subject to a random drug test that occurs without suspicion that a particular individual is using illegal drugs.

Qualifications

Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicants relevant experience skills knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position.

Successful completion of a bachelors degree from an accredited undergraduate institution in any field plus a graduate degree in a relevant field that directly aligns with the responsibilities of this position:

OR

Experience at a level that provided the knowledge skills and abilities needed for successful performance:

• Working as a skilled mechanic or maintenance worker with knowledge of operation repair or maintenance of aircraft equipment.
• Demonstrated work experience with reviewing interpreting and applying technical specifications standards and requirements.
• Proven experience in analyzing aircraft equipment performance identifying potential failures and forecasting spare parts needs.
• Ability to accurately read understand and interpret equipment requisitions and work orders.

• Possess a minimum of (3) years demonstrated work experience performing maintenance on variety of fixed wing General Aviation aircraft.
• Possess and maintains a current Inspection Authorization Certificate.

Required Experience:

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