AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC

📍 Fort Wayne, Indiana · 🏛 Air National Guard Units · 💰 $32–$37 per hour · 🎓 WG 10 · 🧭 Aircraft Engine Mechanic (8602) · ⏳ Closes Dec 13, 2026 · 29 days left · 🗓 Posted Nov 13, 2026
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About this job

THIS IS AN INDIANA NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This position is part of the IN 122nd Fighter Wing, Indiana National Guard under Position Description Number D1635000. If you would like the complete list of duties, please contact the POC of this announcement.

Duties

Troubleshoots malfunctioning engines and interrelated propulsion system components, determines degree of disassembly or certification required, repairs or replaces defective components, diagnostic computers and associated hardware.

Troubleshoots, modifies, repairs, and performs sequential disassembly and assembly of gearboxes and auxiliary power units.

Performs scheduled and special evaluations on installed engines, auxiliary power units, and associated airframe-mounted systems.

Performs command directed and locally established in-progress inspections of propulsion system components and associated equipment to determine adequacy of workmanship, materials and maintenance.

Requisitions, processes, and accounts for supply assets as required by the repairable processing system.

Provides technical advice and troubleshooting expertise to other work centers when propulsion systems affect or are affected by interrelated aircraft systems, such as: electro-environmental, pneudraulic, fuel and avionics systems.

Provides on-the-job training to lower graded personnel or newly assigned personnel regardless of grade.

Examines recurring malfunctions and initiates corrective actions by submission of quality deficiency or software deficiency reports.

Serves as the hazardous materials manager as required.

Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations such as Operational Readiness Inspections (ORI), Inspector General (IG) Inspections, Unit Effectiveness Inspections and mobility and command support exercises.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MILITARY GRADES: E-1 through E-5 COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENTS: **2A671F** If applicant is willing to join the Indiana Air National Guard and meet the AFSC compatibility requirements, please upload your Report Individual of Personnel (RIP) to your documents on this application to determine ASVAB qualification. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training that has provided the ability to perform assembly and disassembly operations and make prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories in accordance with technical specifications, procedures and requirements. Experience using hand and power tools common to the trade. AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience or training performing standard, routine assembly and disassembly operations and making prescribed modifications to aircraft engines, engine assemblies, and accessories. Experience or training performing maintenance overhaul, troubleshooting, testing, and repair of aircraft engines, engine components, and powertrains for fixed and/or rotary wing aircraft. Experience determining maintenance needed from work orders, inspection reports, historical records, and diagnosis. Experience and/or training must show possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position. **FWS POSITIONS ONLY**: Specialized Experience Requirements for NGB Federal Wage System Positions for claiming civilian job experience: Creditable experience must have been performed at least 30 consecutive days and be properly documented. Experience in the same line of work can only be credited on the basis of a regular 40-hour workweek. Hours per week MUST be documented on resume to receive any credit. PLEASE READ THIS CAREFULLY AS THE FOLLOWING HAS CHANGED Indiana National Guard (INNG) Federal Technicians will wait 36 months after being selected for a new position before applying for another position within the INNG. If you meet the requirements listed below, you will need to submit a signed Exception to Policy (ETP) memorandum with your application to be considered for the position. If you have questions about applicability, send an email explaining your situation to the HRO Staffing inbox listed below. If you are a Tenure 0 Temporary employee (your position has a not-to-exceed date), you do not need an ETP memo. If you became a new employee through a USAJobs announcement within the last 36 months, you will need an ETP memo. If you received a promotion, reassignment, or grade reduction through a USAJobs announcement within the last 36 months, you will need an ETP memo. If you require an ETP memorandum, you can download the template here: https://armyeitaas.sharepoint-mil.us/sites/NGIN-J1HR/SitePages/Technician-Staffing.aspx The memorandum will be written by you, the employee, and signed by your supervisory chain up to the Director level. Directors and Supervisors will submit the signed memorandum for final review to the HRO Staffing inbox: [email protected] The Human Resources Officer (HRO) is the final approval for all ETP waivers. If approved, the memorandum will be returned to you and then submitted with your application.

Evaluations

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application / Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13115390

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Required documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year) of employment and duties performed. Resume submitted is limited to a length to 2 pages and the present longform Federal resume is not accepted. Each applicant must fully substantiate in their resume -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant may be considered unqualified for this position. Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement, position description or others' resumes. 2. Other supporting documents if required and/or applicable: DD-214, SF-50, Transcripts, etc... *If your application package includes a personal photograph, you will not be considered for the position.

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.

Other 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). This announcement follows the Fair Chance Act (FCA). The FCA prohibits specific inquiries regarding an applicant's criminal or credit background prior to the hiring agency making a conditional offer of employment to the applicant. If applicant suspects a violation to FCA for their application, the applicant may submit a complaint to the agency within 30 calendar days to the date of alleged non-compliance. To complete the complaint, applicant must send an email to [email protected] with the following information: Name of the applicant. A copy of the vacancy announcement and/or vacancy announcement number. Name of the individual(s) who allegedly violated the Fair Chance Act. A description of the violation. Supporting documentation (e.g., emails), if applicable. Exemptions to FCA implementation that may apply: Position requires a determination of eligibility for access to classified information. Is a dual-status military technician position in which an applicant or employee is subject to a determination of eligibility for acceptance or retention in the armed forces, in connection with concurrent military membership.

Frequently asked questions

How much does this AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $32–$37 per hour (WG 10).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Dec 13, 2026 — 29 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in Fort Wayne, Indiana with the Air 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 2026-11-14 · Announcement IN-13115390-AF-27-010 · Official announcement. FederalJobs is unofficial and is not affiliated with OPM or the agency.
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