Aircraft Mechanic NA-10

Summary This position is located at Redstone Arsenal, Alabama. Incentives and Bonuses Incentives will not be paid. Duties Performs a wide range of major and minor maintenance and inspection work on general aviation aircraft frames, systems, and their components, including high performance aircraft. Performs removal, troubleshooting, analysis, repairs, rebuild, modification, installation, replacement, adjustments, alignments, rigging, torques, disassembly, functional operations and checks on major assemblies, subassemblies, and their components. Installs, aligns, and adjusts whole new systems, assemblies and surfaces as needed. Perform repairs by installing and adjusting all defective components and parts. Use a variety of conglomerate and sensorial diagnostic and precision measuring equipment such as micrometers, calipers, dial indicators, bore gauges, etc. to ensure proper functionality and airworthiness. Selects appropriate tools and test equipment to determine proper methods and techniques to carry out assignments with little or no supervision. Taxis or tows aircraft regularly to and from maintenance facilities. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements 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 a physical examination. Must maintain a current Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Powerplant license. Possess a valid driver’s license as required by local/state or military regulations. Must maintain knowledge of current applicable FAA regulations. Must frequently handle objects weighing up to 20 and occasionally 50 pounds with/without assistance. 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. Work is done inside and outside. Inside areas are drafty and noisy, fumes are usually present. Some repairs may be made outside in bad weather. Dirt, dust, and grease are almost always present. Aircraft fluids, such as oil and hydraulic fluid, may irritate the eyes or skin. There is frequent exposure to the possibility of cuts, burns, shocks, strains, and broken bones. Requires frequent standing, bending, stooping, crawling, and working on and under small aircraft and working in tight spaces in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Makes repairs from work stands and in hard-to-reach places. Qualifications Resumes must be two pages (or less). Resumes should clearly demonstrate the applicant's relevant experience, skills, knowledge and abilities as they pertain to this position. A qualified candidate must possess the following: Must have experience that demonstrates the ability to perform maintenance on a variety of General Aviation aircraft with little to no supervision. In addition to knowledge of a wide variety of parts, components, and less complex assemblies, must possess knowledge of the makeup, operation, installation, and adjustment of a wide array of aircraft systems and assemblies such as fuel and hydraulic systems, flight control systems, instrumentation systems, engine(s), landing gear assemblies, airframe, and control surfaces. Must possess skills and abilities to function test and/or troubleshoot aircraft systems; determine when they are operation properly or whether portions of the system must be repaired or replaced; and the type and extent of adjustment and alignment needed. Must be able to successfully use appropriate tools and test equipment to maintain and test aircraft operability. Must have skill in reading and understanding data and settings from the cockpit instruments and gauges. Experience MUST be clearly reflected on your Resume at the time of application to be considered. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Initial Cut-Off Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025 applications must be received by 11:59 PM (EST). Applications received by the Initial Cut-Off Date will be reviewed and possibly referred to the Selecting Official. Subsequent referrals to the Hiring Manager will occur as additional vacancies become available or at the request of the Hiring Manager. Area of Consideration The Area of Consideration for this vacancy announcement is worldwide. (Military Spouse Preference (MSP) and Involuntarily Separated Military Preference (ISMP) eligible candidates are included in the area of consideration.) Manual Application Option If you are unable to apply online, you can complete a paper application. To get started, contact servicing NAF Human Resources representative or office listed in the Agency Contact Information section (at the bottom of this announcement) to request a copy of the application form. Be sure to submit your completed application form, along with your resume and any required supporting documents, no later than 3:00 pm EST on 03/04/2026 to ensure timely processing. Important: Incomplete applications, including missing responses to questionnaire items may result in an ineligible rating. PCS Costs Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs are not authorized based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest. Allowances and Differentials This job falls under the Federal Wage Schedule (FWS) pay system. FWS employees earn overtime pay for working more than 8 hours in a day or more than 40 hours in a week -- whichever gives the employee more benefit. Regular full-time, regular part-time, and regularly scheduled flexible employees may receive Sunday premium pay for working on Sundays. Employees may also be eligible to receive extra pay if the majority of their scheduled hours falls after 3:00 PM. Non-foreign overseas allowances, cost of living (COLA), and differentials will not be paid, contingent upon eligibility. Important Information Regarding Access to Certain Federal Facilities: Access to certain federal facilities may require a REAL ID-compliant driver's license/ID (marked with a star) or an Enhanced Driver's License (EDL) from WA, MI, MN, NY, or VT. See https://www.tsa.gov/real-id for details. Your Application may be Considered for Multiple Opportunities: After you apply, your application remains valid for 90 days and may be referred to hiring officials as new vacancies arise. Additional referrals may occur for up to 90 days after the closing date. Discover Your Path to Success Before you apply, take a moment to explore our Applicant Information Kit, your go-to guide for understanding our hiring processes and making your application stand out. Inside you will find helpful tips, insights, and everything you need to feel confident and prepared. Click this URL to view the kit: https://publicfileshare.chra.army.mil/Applicants/NAF_Applicant_Information_Kit.pdf. 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. Benefits Working for Army Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF) can offer numerous advantages. Army NAF employment can provide a sense of pride and fulfillment, as you'll be supporting communities comprised of military and civilian personnel, and their families, which contributes to the Department of Defense's overall mission. We offer a wide range of career opportunities, including jobs in childcare, recreation, hospitality, and more. Many employees have opportunities for professional development, including training, education, and certification programs to help towards career advancement. As an Army NAF employee, you'll have access to some on-base facilities, including fitness centers, libraries, and many other amenities. Regular full-time and part-time employees are eligible for enrollment in health and life insurance, participation in 401k and retirement plans, and paid personal time off and federal holidays. NAF flexible employees, working in the United States or a U.S. citizen or spouse or child of a U.S. citizen working for a NAFI in a foreign area, are eligible to participate in the NAF 401(k) plan. Some flexible employees may also be eligible to receive health insurance. For a slideshow presentation regarding these benefits, please click the Review Our Benefits link below. Review our benefits