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Job description
Aircraft Engine Mechanic
An Aircraft Engine Mechanic (WG- ) is responsible for:
Troubleshooting malfunctioning engines and related propulsion system components, determining the degree of disassembly or certification required, repairing or replacing defective components, and diagnosing computers and associated hardware.
Troubleshooting, modifying, repairing, and performing sequential disassembly and assembly of gearboxes and auxiliary power units.
Performing scheduled and special evaluations on installed engines, auxiliary power units, and associated airframe-mounted systems.
Performing command directed and locally established in-progress inspections (IPI) of propulsion system components and associated equipment to determine adequacy of workmanship, materials, and maintenance.
Requisitioning, processing, and accounting for supply assets as required by the repairable processing system.
Providing technical advice and troubleshooting expertise to other work centers when propulsion systems affect or are affected by interrelated aircraft systems.
Providing on-the-job training to lower graded personnel or newly assigned personnel regardless of grade.
Examining recurring malfunctions and initiating corrective actions by submission of quality deficiency or software deficiency reports.
Serving as the hazardous materials manager as required.
Preparing for and participating 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.
Performing additional duties such as hydrazine response, aircraft or equipment decontamination, structural fire fighting, fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operator, maintenance of facilities and equipment, and assisting local authorities during natural disasters or civil emergencies.
Other duties as assigned (temporary, minor, or incidental tasks).
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