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TITLE 32 AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC WG-8268-11

Air National Guard Units

Department of the Air Force

Fresh

Salary

$36.49 - $42.63

per hour

Closes

February 17, 2026

Job Description

Summary

This job is for a lead mechanic in the Air National Guard who oversees a small team repairing and maintaining the hydraulic and pneumatic systems on aircraft, ensuring everything runs smoothly for military operations.

It involves hands-on work like troubleshooting issues, planning repairs, and enforcing safety rules in a shop setting.

A good fit would be someone with military experience in aircraft maintenance, strong mechanical skills, and leadership abilities to guide junior technicians.

Key Requirements

  • Military rank between E6 and E7 (or waiver documentation if outside this range)
  • Experience with basic electrical and mechanical principles
  • Knowledge of troubleshooting and isolating malfunctions in aircraft pneudraulic systems
  • Hands-on experience fabricating, servicing, repairing, and testing hydraulic and pneumatic systems
  • Ability to diagnose issues, overhaul components, and use hand tools and test equipment
  • Proficiency in interpreting technical manuals, specifications, and publications
  • Leadership skills to plan shop operations, supervise technicians, and ensure safety compliance

Full Job Description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. The National Guard is the oldest component of the Armed Forces of the United States.

Since the earliest American colonial days, citizens have joined together for collective defense.

We have a proud tradition of coming to the aid of our friends and neighbors in times of serious emergencies. Join our National Guard team and serve your nation, your states and your community!

MINIMUM MILITARY GRADE: E6 MAXIMUM MILITARY GRADE: E7 Your rank MUST be included somewhere within your resume. You must fully substantiate in your own words that you meet the requirements listed below.

When explaining minimum requirements and specialized experience you must give examples. Do not copy from the vacancy announcement or the position description.

Explain it in your own words and give examples to be considered for this vacancy.

All personnel applying for this position who do not meet the minimum military grade requirement MUST provide the proper signed memorandum from your respective Military Personnel Office (MILPO for ARNG, FSS for ANG) to prove eligibility to obtain the required grade upon accepting the position.

All personnel who exceed the maximum military rank must provide a memorandum explaining if selected for this position, you will accept an administrative reduction in rank.

The memorandum must be submitted WITH your application to be considered for this position.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Experience or training which demonstrates your knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical principles; knowledge of troubleshooting procedures used to isolate malfunctions in aircraft pneudraulic systems; and ability to use technical manuals, equipment specifications, and test calibration procedures in performing the work.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which provided a knowledge of basic electrical and mechanical principles. Experience in fabricating fuel, oil, and vacuum hose lines.

Experience in servicing, maintaining, disassembling assembling, repairing and testing hydraulic and pneumatic systems.

Experience in diagnosing malfunctions and overhauling pneudraulic accessories by disassembling, cleaning part and examining parts. Experience in diagnosing trouble and determining remedies.

Experience in repairing, rebuilding, and overhauling major systems of ground equipment and pneumatic and hydraulic systems. Experience in mechanical repairs using hand tools and test equipment.

Experience that demonstrates the ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, and publications. Major Duties:

Position Description # D1356000 The purpose of this position is to serve as shop chief over a small organizational segment in a maintenance function with responsibility for the overall shop operation.

One or more employees who perform work in the Aircraft Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic, WG-8268-10, occupation are assigned to the shop. Performs other duties as assigned. MAJOR DUTIES:

Plans and lays out work to be accomplished in the shop which is then completed by the technician and lower graded mechanic(s).

Determines approaches, methods and courses of action required to accomplish the mission of the shop in an effective and efficient manner. Independently determines appropriate maintenance procedures.

Estimates time, equipment and material requirements. Devises and maintains plans and records.

May provide recommendations and input to supervisor concerning personnel actions such as performance appraisals, awards, position description changes, disciplinary actions, and leave.

Performs the full range of shop work.

Implements safety regulatory requirements. Ensures that other workers in the shop wear appropriate safety equipment and follow pertinent safety precautions.

Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises.

May be required to perform additional duties such as structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operation, maintenance of facilities and equipment, or serve as a member of a team to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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Posted on USAJOBS: 1/14/2026 | Added to FreshGovJobs: 1/15/2026

Source: USAJOBS | ID: WV-12861598-AF-25-077