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Position Title
AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC (TITLE 32)
Agency
Air National Guard Units
Announcement Number
MO-11257086-AF-21-363 Opens in new window
Open Period
Wednesday, October 6, 2021 to Tuesday, October 26, 2021
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Preferences
1. Are you currently a member OR eligible to immediately become an active member of the Missouri Air National Guard?

MILITARY MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION.
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2. Choose one answer which best describes the category you fall into: (limit characters)
3. Do you currently possess or have held AFSC 2A6X1H? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Respond to all the questions below. For each question, choose the response below that best describes your experience and/or training. Mark only one response for each question. Please note that your answers will be verified against the information you provide in your resume or application and information your references provide. (limit characters)
1. Do you possess experience, education or training which demonstrates your knowledge of aircraft engine parts and components and an understanding of general mechanical systems; knowledge of and skill in the use of proper type or size of tools to perform assigned work? (limit characters)
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2. Do you possess 18 months of specialized experience which demonstrates your ability to troubleshoot, remove, repair, install, certify, test and perform operational checks on C-130 turboprop engines, propellers, and associated propulsion system components? The specialized experience must also demonstrate skill in the use of test equipment such as computer borescopes, fuel pressure gauges, air pressure gauges, and alignment fixtures; and operate, certify and maintain engine test/trim automated system (ETTAS) on the engine test cell to evaluate, identify and correct propeller and engine components causing vibration or impending failure. (limit characters)
For each technical area below, select the response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and demonstrated capability. (limit characters)
3. Removes, installs, certifies, repairs, modifies, overhauls, and installs turboprop engines, reduction gear boxes, turbine modules, compressor modules, auxiliary power units, propellers and related propeller components.
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4. Performs maintenance on propulsion systems including troubleshooting and diagnosing defects, certifying, conducting bench checks, performing in-shop and on-equipment repairs and overhauls.
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5. Diagnoses malfunctions using computerized test equipment, schematic diagrams, technical publications and performs the appropriate repair according to the test results and analysis.
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6. Determines the extent of disassembly necessary to repair, overhaul, replace and certify all engine, propeller and auxiliary power unit parts.
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7. Cleans and inspects engine and propeller component parts such as turbines, gearboxes, blades, gears, bearings, etc.
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8. Assembles engines, propellers and auxiliary power units, adhering to prescribed procedures, torque values, safety methods and clearances.
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9. Troubleshoots propellers using electric and hydraulic test stands to check for proper operation and evidence of oil leakage.
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10. Operationally checks engines and propeller assemblies and auxiliary power units, by using the engine test cell facility to meet full power run checks on the engine and propeller assemblies and auxiliary power units.
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11. Modifies engines, propellers, auxiliary power units, and components in accordance with Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO) directives.
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12. Removes and installs engine quick change kits; and prepares engines for installation and installs engine and propeller assemblies on aircraft.
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13. Evaluates technical problems of repair, overhaul, modification and installation of aircraft propulsion systems.
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14. Solves maintenance problems and performs bench checks and test engine and propeller assemblies for serviceability.
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15. Performs operational checks of installed propellers, engines, auxiliary power units and sub-systems during aircraft maintenance ground runs in accordance with approved checklists.
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16. Employs test equipment such as computer borescope, fuel pressure gauges, air pressure gauges, and alignment fixtures.
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17. Utilizes special tools and precision measuring equipment, high-pressure hydraulic test equipment, and electronic test equipment.
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18. Performs isochronal and special evaluations on engines, propellers and auxiliary power units.
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19. Interprets certification findings and determines adequacy of corrective action.
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20. Certifies installed and repaired engines for compliance with technical publications.
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21. Performs fixed and mobile test stand functions (which may include maintenance of engine test cell facility); installs special test equipment; performs pre-operational and post operational checks.
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22. Operates engines and propellers and records test data.
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23. Operates, certifies, and maintains computerized engine test/trim automated systems (ETTAS) on the engine test cell.
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24. Evaluates, identifies and corrects problems on propeller and engine components causing vibration or impending failure using the ETTAS system, and vibration analyzer.
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25. Evaluates engine and propeller performance by computing engine torque and specific fuel consumption.
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26. Monitors engine RPM and turbine inlet temperatures.
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27. Evaluates engine and propeller performance and accepts or rejects the individual components.
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28. Removes engine and propeller from test stand and prepares units for aircraft installation or storage.
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29. Accomplishes operator maintenance on the aircraft and engine sound suppresser facility, test stands and various pieces of ground equipment, including the auxiliary power unit test cell.
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30. Performs dynamic propeller balancing and tests the propeller integrated synchophasing.
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31. Tests variable potentiometers, servo-motors, indicators and aircraft wiring.
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32. Performs aircraft full power runs and complete engine and propeller efficiency checks.
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33. Clears Red X symbol documentation on engine and propeller related components.
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34. Maintains bench stock, parts, and equipment.
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35. Assists the material control function in identifying part numbers and stock numbers for processing and controlling of repair cycle assets.
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36. Provides on-the-job training for assigned personnel.
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37. Plans and conducts formal classes of instruction in techniques of repair and maintenance of aircraft engine, propeller, auxiliary power unit, and related equipment and in the use of diagrams, blueprints, wiring schematics and technical publications.
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38. Evaluates effectiveness of training by observation and through written and oral examinations.
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39. Do you certify that all of your responses to this questionnaire are true and accurate; and do you accept that if your supporting documentation does not support one or more of your responses to the questionnaire that your application may be rated lower or you may be removed from further consideration?
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