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Position Title
AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC TITLE 32 PERMANENT
Agency
Air National Guard Units
Announcement Number
NH-12696919-AF-25-017 Opens in new window
Open Period
Thursday, February 27, 2025 to Monday, April 28, 2025
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. US Citizens.  Are you a US Citizen? (limit characters)
2. Are you a current National Guard member within the state for which this position is being advertised? (limit characters)
NATIONAL GUARD REQUIREMENTS
Please choose the best options for ALL questions in this section. Read the question(s) carefully. Applicant is solely responsible for the accuracy of their answers. HR will not correct or modify your answers. If you have any questions or would like to verify only, we have successfully received your application, please feel free to contact us. (limit characters)
1. THIS POSITION REQUIRES MILTIARY MEMBERSHIP IN THE NATIONAL GUARD.  IF YOU DO NOT WANT TO JOIN THE NATIONAL GUARD YOU WILL NOT QUALIFY FOR THIS POSITION. (limit characters)
2. Do you meet the military grade/rank listed on the announcement?    

By clicking yes, I acknowledge that either, 

(1) I am within the military grade/rank(s) listed
(2) I am currently promotable (today) to the minimum military grade/rank listed or meet eligibility to attend a military commissioning school as applicable 
(3) I am willing to take a reduction in military grade/rank to be at the maximum military grade/rank listed
(4) I am currently able to attend a military school to acquire the military grade/rank listed (Must attach Memorandum from Recruiting and Retention to be considered for position)
 
I further acknowledge that, if selected, any personnel action (i.e. appointment, promotion, reassignment, etc) that results from my selection will not be completed until I am within the military grades listed on the announcement.

If 1, 2, 3 or 4 are not applicable, answer No.
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3. Do you currently have the AFSC listed in the job announcement?
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Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in the Aircraft Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic (WG-8268-10) position at our Agency. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this Assessment Questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position.  Your responses are subject to verification.  The experience stated in your resume must support your assessment responses. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific.  We will not make assumptions regarding your experience.   Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire.  Applicants are solely responsible for the accuracy of their questionnaire answers.  HR will not change, add or modify any answers.  Human Resources WILL NOT divulge if you are qualified or not for the position.
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Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s). (limit characters)
1. Do you have experience or training which demonstrates your knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical principles; knowledge of troubleshooting procedures used to isolate malfunctions in aircraft pneudraulic systems; and ability to use technical manuals, equipment specifications, and test calibration procedures in performing the work. (limit characters)
2. Do you have experience or training which provided a knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical principles. Experience in fabricating fuel, oil, and vacuum hose lines. Experience in servicing, maintaining, disassembling assembling, repairing and testing hydraulic and pneumatic systems. Experience in diagnosing malfunctions and overhauling pneudraulic accessories by disassembling, cleaning part and examining parts. Experience in diagnosing trouble and determining remedies. Experience in repairing, rebuilding, and overhauling major systems of ground equipment and pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Experience in mechanical repairs using hand tools and test equipment. Experience that demonstrates the ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, and publications. (limit characters)
The following questions will be used to determine your level of knowledge, skill, and ability for this position.  The experience stated in your resume must support your assessment responses. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience.  
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For each technical area below, select the response that most accurately describes your current level of experience and demonstrated capability. (limit characters)
3. - Knowledge and ability to diagnose malfunctions and overhaul pneudraulic accessories by disassembling, and examining parts for corrosion, wear, scratches, cracks, or other damage, replacing gaskets and worn parts, reassemble accessories, and adjust and test to insure proper operation in accordance with specifications? (limit characters)
4. - Knowledge of aircraft structures and of the relationship of pneudraulic systems to the structure and to other systems aboard the aircraft.
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5. -Knowledge of the work of mechanics in other trades, as for example, electrical and sheet metal, working in the environs of the aircraft structure. (limit characters)
6. -Ability and knowledge to inspect and troubleshoot brake mechanisms, wing flaps, windshield wipers, pressure regulators, pumps, pressure relief valves, and other aircraft hydraulic and pneumatic accessories. (limit characters)
7. - Knowledge and ability to connect power sources, and using cockpit controls, gauges and additional precision instruments, performs operational and functional checks of inflight refueling, single point refueling and fuel transfer systems and related valves, pumps, switches, selectors, and control devices. (limit characters)
8. - Ability to Utilize electrical wiring diagrams, blueprints, schematics and technical publications, determines extent and type of preventative and/or repair maintenance required. (limit characters)
9. -Skill and ability to fabricate fuel, oil, and vacuum hose lines, and test as provided in technical orders
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