TITLE 5 AIRFIELD OPERATIONS SPECIALIST (MI GAAF)
Army National Guard Units
Posted: February 23, 2026 (1 day ago)
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Army National Guard Units
Department of the Army
Location
Michigan
Salary
$39.05 - $45.50
per hour
Type
Full-Time
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This job is for an aircraft mechanic in the Michigan Army National Guard, where you'll maintain and repair military aircraft to keep them ready for missions, often under tight deadlines and in tough conditions like bad weather or at night.
You'll also guide junior mechanics and ensure all paperwork tracks the aircraft's status accurately.
It's a great fit for someone with hands-on experience fixing planes or helicopters, who is organized, detail-oriented, and committed to military service.
THIS IS AN ARMY NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a TITLE 32 AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (MI AVN - AASF 2), Position Description Number NGD1063000 and is part of the MI AASF 2, Michigan Army National Guard.
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 - E7 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: WG -10 (WU in Puerto Rico) - 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.
WG-11 and above (WU in Puerto Rico) - In addition to journey-level experience or training equivalent to or exceeding the WG-10 or WU-10 grade level, positions at this grade level may include performing duties as a dedicated crew chief.
Other positions may include responsibility for performing, coordinating, and/or overseeing the work and any periodic inspections to be done on an aircraft whether it is alone, or with the assistance of other mechanics and/or workers.
Some positions may include coordinating the work of other journey-level workers in other trades to work simultaneously on the aircraft.
Other positions may include serving as the technical authority to advise on, examine, and approve all airframe, mechanical, electrical, and pneudraulic repairs of assigned aircraft.
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: For Dual-Status Technician positions service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required. Military skill set is determined by AFSC/MOS requirements.
Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military AFSC/MOS per statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the AFSC/MOS.
Specific requirements are found in the references listed below, NGB Compatibility tables, and your local Military Personnel section. Major Duties:
***THIS IS A TITLE 32 NATIONAL GUARD POSITION THAT REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP*** This position is located in the Logistics function of an ARNG Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF).
The AASF provides Aviation Unit Maintenance (AVUM), Aviation Intermediate Maintenance (AVIM), and aviation maintenance training for supported units.
The purpose of this position is to act as the Aircraft Mechanic (Crew Chief) with responsibility for managing the operational readiness of one or more aircraft, and proficiency training of supported aviation unit personnel.
Responsibilities include detailed technical oversight of individual aircraft's level of mission capabilities and projection of maintenance requirements to maintain individual aircraft operational readiness.
1. Manages, monitors or performs overall maintenance, servicing, inspections and documentation for one or more highly technical, high performance military aircraft.
Performs work in complex conditions under time and/or mission constraints to include all weather and night operations.
Works with, coordinates and oversees the work of lower graded aircraft mechanics and certifies the work of journey level workers in other trades working on the assigned aircraft. 2.
Ensures Unit Level Logistics-Aviation (ULLS-A) and other aircraft documentation accurately reflects status and airworthiness of assigned aircraft.
Provides technical guidance and assistance to flight crews regarding observed discrepancies, experienced in-flight characteristics and system malfunctions. Performs or assists in aircrew debriefing. 3.
Clears Red X status symbols on aircraft forms for work performed by others.
Performs in-process and final inspection of others' work on assigned aircraft and components and certifies by signature adherence to work procedures and quality standards established by applicable publications.
4. Plans, develops and conducts proficiency training during the technician work week to a multi-faceted workforce comprised of Full Time Support (FTS) and supported unit personnel.
Sessions are designed to provide training in techniques of repair and maintenance of aircraft and related equipment. 5.
Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and support exercises.
Performs such additional duties as structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, maintenance of facilities and equipment or serves as a member of teams to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies.
6. Complies with safety, fire, security, environmental, and housekeeping regulations. Ensures material and equipment are properly and safely maintained and protected.
The above duty description doesn't contain all details of the official position description.
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