AIRCRAFT MECHANIC - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY

📍 Robins AFB, Georgia · 🏛 Department of the Air Force Headquarters · 💰 $23–$35 per hour · 🎓 WG 5–10 · 🧭 Aircraft Mechanic (8852) · ⏳ Closes Dec 4, 2026 · 23 days left · 🗓 Posted Sep 28, 2026
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About this job

The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment. To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.

Duties

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Performs troubleshooting on a variety of major aircraft systems, their assemblies, and components. Disassembles, repairs, and reassembles major aircraft systems, their assemblies, and components. Accomplishes operational and maintenance record keeping, both manual and automated, associated with aircraft maintenance and repair. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work area.

Qualifications

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. WG-8800 Aircraft Overhaul Family Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element) Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair etc. Technical Practices (theoretical, precise, artistic) Use of Measuring Instruments Ability To Interpret Instructions, Specification, etc. (includes blueprint reading) Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment Trouble shooting Ideal Candidate: Should complete Aviation Maintenance (A&P) Training from an accredited Vocational/Technical College or University or related Military technical training. Must be able to install, adjust, align, troubleshoot, and perform final functional and operational tests on a variety of major aircraft systems, their assembles, and components such as airframe, landing gear, power plant, gear boxes, pumps, and hydraulic, pressurization, utility, fuel, oil, pneumatic, and flight control systems.

Evaluations

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How to apply

For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Click APPLY NOW to complete an application and upload resume (PDF or Word Doc) and/or additional documents (Transcripts, certifications, Vet Docs (DD214), SF-50). To receive additional information about current and future job openings with AFCS via email notification, please register at www.Afciviliancareers.com and sign up to "Get Career Updates." Equal Opportunity Employer. U.S. citizenship required. Must be of legal working age.

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Required documents

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Other information

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Frequently asked questions

How much does this AIRCRAFT MECHANIC - DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $23–$35 per hour (WG 5–10).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Dec 4, 2026 — 23 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Robins AFB, Georgia with the Department of the Air Force Headquarters.

How do I apply?

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Data: USAJobs (U.S. Office of Personnel Management), retrieved 2026-11-11 · Announcement AFMC-13072470-CRB-FLYER · Official announcement. FederalJobs is unofficial and is not affiliated with OPM or the agency.
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