AIRCRAFT MECHANIC

📍 Pendleton, Oregon · 🏛 Army National Guard Units · 💰 $23–$39 per hour · 🎓 WG 5–10 · 🧭 Aircraft Mechanic (8852) · ⏳ Closes Nov 12, 2026 · 1 days left · 🗓 Posted Oct 21, 2026
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About this job

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT MECHANIC, Position Description Number D0483000 and is part of the Oregon National Guard Army Aviation Support Facility 2, National Guard.

Duties

As a AIRCRAFT MECHANIC, WG-8852-5/8/10, this position is located in an Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF) or Army Aviation Flight Activity (AAFA) with responsibility for the performance of the full range of aircraft maintenance duties including troubleshooting, preventive maintenance, repair, and ground testing of assemblies, system, and surfaces for one or more types of military aircraft, fixed and rotary wing. (1) Perform inspections, functional checks, and preventive maintenance on assigned aircraft to include pre-inspection, daily inspection, pre- and post-flight inspections and such special inspections as required, including fuel contamination checks, oil sampling, an inspection of onboard emergency equipment. Conducts checks on hydraulic, electrical, transmission, power systems, etc. (2) Troubleshoots, diagnoses, and performs unscheduled maintenance on assigned and transient aircraft. Performs the full range of repair and testing of aircraft system, assemblies, and surfaces. Using a variety of methods involving test equipment, visual checks and instruments, diagnoses and identifies problem areas and determines the extent of repairs required. Removes components and assemblies, repairs or replaces defective parts and components and reassembles repaired items into the aircraft. Installs, aligns, and makes needed adjustments to major components and assemblies such as engines, propeller/rotors, transmissions, hydraulic systems, etc., assisting Specialists as required. Accomplishes adjustments to related systems which may be affected by repairs. Conducts ground functional tests of all aircraft systems. Services aircraft with oil, de-icing fluid, fuel, and hydraulic fluid. Launches and recovers assigned and transient aircraft; performs inspections prior ot takeoff. Inspects for conditions such as oil, fuel, and hydraulic leak, cut lines, tires and loose panels. (3) May be required to perform such additional duties as fire fighting, aircraft crash/rescue, snow removal, etc. (4) Perform other duties as assigned. *The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position's official duties. For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialist at the bottom of the announcement.

Qualifications

Areas of Consideration: Area 1 - Current permanent and indefinite T32 technicians of the Oregon ARNG. Area 2 - Current permanent and indefinite T5 employees of the Oregon ARNG. Area 3 - Current service members in the Oregon ARNG. Area 4 - Individuals in the active duty Army, Army Reserve or Army National Guard. Area 5 - US Citizens eligible to meet the military requirements for membership in the Oregon ARNG. GENERAL and SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: Work involves the maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, overhaul, and modification of fixed and rotary wing aircraft systems, airframes, components, and assemblies, where the work requires substantive knowledge of the airframe and aircraft mechanical, pneudraulic, and/or electrical systems and their interrelationships. Some work situations within this series may require varying levels of electronics knowledge. Experience or training that has provided the candidate with the skill to remove and replace aircraft parts, accessories, and components, and to make adjustments and settings according to established specifications. Must be skilled in the use of hand tools and test equipment. To Qualify for WG-05: Must have 6 months experience or training in the use of common hand tools to make mechanical repairs. Experience removing and installing aircraft parts, components, and accessories with detailed guidance. Experience in following detailed instructions in making routine, reoccurring repairs and modifications to aircraft parts, subassemblies, and components, e.g., such as jacking and leveling aircraft, installing, and adjusting engines, landing gear assemblies, instrument panels, and flight control systems. To Qualify for WG-08: Must have 12 months experience or training in the use of common hand tools to make mechanical repairs. Experience removing and installing aircraft parts, components, and accessories with detailed guidance. Experience in following detailed instructions in making routine, reoccurring repairs and modifications to aircraft parts, subassemblies, and components, e.g., such as jacking and leveling aircraft, installing, and adjusting engines, landing gear assemblies, instrument panels, and flight control systems. To Qualify for WG-10: Must have 18 months experience or training installing, adjusting, aligning, troubleshooting, and functionally testing the various major and minor mechanical and pneudraulic systems on an aircraft during overhaul or modification. Experience coordinating the work of other mechanics, and scheduling maintenance to ensure completion of critical actions and optimum workflow. Must have the ability to instruct lower graded mechanics, military and other personnel in the disassembly and re-assembly of crash damaged engines, transmissions, gearboxes, hydraulic components, and fuel controls sufficient for the exhibit to be returned to its shipping container.

Education

No education requirement associated with this position.

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, your resume will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your supporting documentation will used to determine eligibility. Your rating will be based on both your entire application package as well as the responses to the assessment questionnaire. Please note that if, after reviewing your resume and or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and or experience, your category rating can and will be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities, or you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

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Required documents

In order to qualify for this position you must submit the following: Detailed resume (2 page maximum) showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed. Supporting documentation that show you meet the military rank and MOS requirements if necessary (Applicants outside of the ORARNG must submit documents showing current (or previously held) military grade and MOS such as a Data Brief and/or DD214). Transcripts, license, or certification that you meet the education requirements if necessary. The following items may be submitted as supporting documentation: Cover Letter, DD-214/ Statement of Service, Diploma/ GED, Disability Letter (Schedule A), Disability Letter (VA), License, OF-306, Form DD369 Police Record Check, PCS Orders, Performance Appraisal, Professional Certification, Proof of Enrollment, Resume, Separation Notice (RIF), SF-15, SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action, Supplemental Application, and Transcript RESUME REMINDER - Your 2 page resume must include the following information for each job listed: Job title, Duties (be as detailed as possible), Month & year start/end dates (e.g. June 2018 to April 2021), Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week), and Series and Grade (applicable for all Federal positions you have held). Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all of the questions in the assessment by addressing your work experience in detail. Resumes must be limited to 2 pages. Recommended: Even though we do not require a specific resume format, your resume must be clear so that we are able to fully evaluate your qualifications. To ensure you receive appropriate consideration, please list the duties you performed under each individual job title. If we are unable to match your experiences with the positions held, you may lose consideration for this vacancy. We cannot make assumptions regarding your qualifications. Using the USA Jobs resume builder is highly encouraged.

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application. If you have additional questions please contact to HR personnel listed below: Mr. Edward Chitwood Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office 971-355-3303 DSN 355-3303 edward.d.chitwood.civ@army.mil Mrs. Emma Prosser Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office 971-355-3308 DSN 355-3308 emma.y.prosser.civ@army.mil Mr. Brandon Webb Human Resources Specialist (Rec/Plac/Comp) Office 971-355-3053 DSN 355-3053 brandon.d.webb9.civ@army.mil

Other information

The following applies to Bargaining Unit Positions: Bargaining unit positions within the Oregon National Guard that are represented by AFGE, local 2986 (AFL-CIO). 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).

Frequently asked questions

How much does this AIRCRAFT MECHANIC job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $23–$39 per hour (WG 5–10).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Nov 12, 2026 — 1 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Pendleton, Oregon with the Army National Guard Units.

How do I apply?

Applications are submitted through the official announcement on USAJobs. Use the Apply button on this page to go to the official posting — this site never takes applications itself.

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Data: USAJobs (U.S. Office of Personnel Management), retrieved 2026-11-11 · Announcement OR-13096110-AR-27-003 · Official announcement. FederalJobs is unofficial and is not affiliated with OPM or the agency.
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