TITLE 32 AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS MECHANIC (MI 127 MXG)

Summary THIS IS AN AIR FORCE NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a TITLE 32 AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS MECHANIC (MI 127 MXG), Position Description Number NGD1737P01 and is part of the MI 127 Wing, Michigan Air National Guard. Duties ***THIS IS A TITLE 32 NATIONAL GUARD POISITION THAT REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP*** This position is located in an Air National Guard Aviation Wing, Aircraft Maintenance Group, Aircraft Maintenance Squadron, Weapons Element. This PD is applicable for the F-15, and F-16, F-22, F-35 and A10 aircraft only. The primary purpose of this position is to perform maintenance on aircraft ordnance by troubleshooting, installing, removing, testing, inspecting, modifying, repairing to the lowest component level, and assist in repairing and maintaining the Aircraft Ordnance Systems of the F-15, and F-16, F-22, F-35 and A10 aircraft. The position loads and unloads conventional munitions on the aircraft. Accomplishes technical order compliance's and modifications of components and systems and complete systems checks for proper operations. Performs scheduled/unscheduled inspections and maintenance/repairs of assigned weapons systems and handling equipment. Loads, positions, safeties and downloads air munitions, Aircraft Combat Maneuvering Instrumentation (ACMI) and Acceleration Monitor Assembly (AMA) tracking pods using applicable handling, loading and checkout procedures and equipment. Test suspension, launch, or release systems for proper retention locking position for manual/electrical release. Adjusts, inserts and removes cartridges and squibs, associated wing tanks and pylons, centerline pylons and chaff and flare dispensers. Adjust and install fuses and explosive mechanisms in conventional air munitions. Assists journey worker in the operation, troubleshooting, inspecting, installing, maintaining, overhauling, repairing or modifying complete operational aircraft ordnance electronic system(s) and subsystems consisting of numerous complex electronic components in fighter aircraft. Provides hands-on training instruction to lower graded personnel concerned with the repair of the aircraft weapons package. Provides on-the-job training to newly assigned personnel regardless of grade level. May be required to serve as production and quality inspector. Required to perform additional duties such as launch/recovery, fuel/de-fuel of aircraft, end of runway (EOR) inspection, marshaling of aircraft and servicing of aircraft. Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations such as operational readiness inspections (ORI), and mobility and command support exercises. Maintains and reviews publication files of applicable technical orders, regulations, manuals and local directives. Recommends methods to improve maintenance procedures and equipment. Initiates unsatisfactory equipment and technical order deficiency reports. Evaluates Pilot discrepancy reports to determine validity and necessary repair actions. The above duty description doesn't contain all details of the official position description. Requirements Conditions of employment AIR NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a Michigan Air National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Michigan Air National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Michigan Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the Michigan Air National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a trial period Participation in direct deposit is mandatory Must have a valid civilian driver's license. Qualifications In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed below. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position. Military Grades: E4-E6 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training in planning and layout of repair sequence and ability to complete modification, repair, and installation of ordnance systems. Experience in diagnosing and troubleshooting malfunctions and determining remedies where complex relationships exist. Experience in hand tools and the use of a variety of measuring and test equipment. Experience in interpreting technical directions, blueprints, sketches, wiring diagrams, and manufacturer's specifications Education No substitution of education allowed for this position. Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx). 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