Aircraft Mechanic

Summary The Aircraft Mechanic serves as a journeyman fixed wing airplane mechanic responsible for performing inspections, maintenance, repairs, and/or alterations on Plant Protection and Quarantine (PPQ) fixed wing single and light multi-engine piston powered airplane fleet in the aircraft maintenance shop at Aircraft and Equipment Operations (AEO), Mission, Texas. Duties The duties may include, but are not limited to: Performs the duties of a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certificated Airframe and Powerplant (A and P) Mechanic. Tests, troubleshoots, removes, installs, aligns, and adjusts the oil, fuel, hydraulic, and electrical systems of aircraft. Inspects, installs, replaces, and repairs airframes, engines, propellers, appliances, and other components as necessary. Performs all phases of aircraft structural repair and alteration, including sheet metal structure, wood structure, steel tubing structure, and composite structure. Conducts detailed 100-hour and annual inspections in accordance with manufacturer, FAA, and APHIS established requirements to determine aircraft condition and airworthiness. Troubleshoots, checks, and repairs aircraft systems and associated mechanisms through connecting, adjusting, and operating test equipment. Traces and corrects electrical problems in various aircraft systems. Must be familiar with Department of Transportation FAA publications (Code of Federal Regulations Part 14, Airworthiness Directives, Orders, Bulletins, Advisory Circulars, Forms, etc.) and be able to work within the confines and compliance of such oversight. Requirements Conditions of employment You must be a US Citizen or US National. Individuals who were born male after 12/31/1959 must be Selective Service registered or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Successful completion of one-year probationary period, unless previously served. Refer to the Next Steps section for more information. Direct Deposit: Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify at https://www.e-verify.gov/ Testing Designated Position: Selectee must submit to a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment and random testing thereafter. Final appointment and continued employment is conditional on negative results for illegal drug use. Valid state driver's license is required at the time of application. All USDA employees are required to be enrolled in Continuous Vetting, which authorizes government agencies to receive notifications of criminal activity on individuals who hold low risk, public trust, or national security positions. PLEASE READ: Eligibility for this position requires that you have already attained an (FAA) certification for Airframe and Powerplant (Aviation Mechanic.) Additional details can be found here: https://www.faa.gov/mechanics/become Proof of (FAA) certification for Airframe and Powerplant (Aviation Mechanic) required with application. Applications without proof of certification will not be considered. The incumbent performs inspections, alterations, and/or repairs from work stands or ladders, and may be required to climb, stand, stoop, and stretch. The incumbent frequently lifts parts and equipment that weigh up to twenty (20) pounds, and occasionally may lift and carry items that weigh up to fifty (50) pounds. Lifting devices are available for heavy objects. The incumbent must have sufficient vision, hearing, and dexterity to perform the tasks and functions of this position. Qualifications Applicants must meet all qualifications and eligibility requirements by the closing date of the announcement, including specialized experience and/or education, as defined below. This position has a selective factor, as a minimum qualification requirement all candidates must have completed the required training and attained their Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Certificated Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Mechanic certificate. To qualify, you must show that you have had training and experience of sufficient scope and quality to provide you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the duties of the position. Your answers to the vacancy specific questions must be supported by the work experience in your resume. For example, if you respond in the affirmative when questioned whether you have experience repairing and maintaining piston engines, your resume must include this experience, mindful that experience may not be inferred by job title. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education This position does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP), Reemployment Priority List (RPL), or Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan (ICTAP): Visit the OPM website for information on how to apply as a CTAP, RPL, or ICTAP eligible. To exercise selection priority for this vacancy, CTAP/RPL/ICTAP candidates must meet the basic eligibility requirements and all selective factors. CTAP/ICTAP candidates must be rated and determined to be well qualified (or above) based on an evaluation of the competencies listed in the How You Will Be Evaluated section. When assessed through a score-based category rating method, CTAP/ICTAP applicants must receive a rating of at least 85 out of a possible 100. First time hires to the federal government normally start at the lowest rate of the salary range for the grade selected. 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 A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.