Job Details

Job Title

This position is located in an Air National Guard Aviation Wing, Maintenance Group, Maintenance Squadron, Propulsion Element, (Jet Engine Intermediated Maintenance (JEIM) and the Hush House). The primary purpose of this position is to maintain, troubleshoot, remove, repair, install, certify, test and perform operational checks on the turboprop engines, propellers, and associated propulsion system components.

Major Duties

The major duties include:

• Removing, installing, certifying, repairing, modifying, overhauling, and installing turboprop engines, reduction gear boxes, turbine modules, compressor modules, auxiliary power units, propellers and related propeller components as required. Performing maintenance on all propulsion systems including troubleshooting and diagnosing defects, certifying, conducting bench checks, performing in-shop and on-equipment repairs and overhauls. Diagnosing malfunctions using computerized test equipment, schematic diagrams, technical publications and performing the appropriate repair according to the test results and analysis.
• Modifying engines, propellers, auxiliary power units, and components in accordance with Time Compliance Technical Orders (TCTO) directives; removing and installing engine quick change kits; preparing engines for installation and installing engine and propeller assemblies on aircraft. Evaluating technical problems of repair, overhaul, modification and installation of aircraft propulsion systems. Solving all types of maintenance problems and performing bench checks and test engine and propeller assemblies for serviceability.
• Performing operational checks of installed propellers, engines, auxiliary power units and sub-systems during aircraft maintenance ground runs in accordance with approved checklists. Employing test equipment such as computer borescope, fuel pressure gauges, air pressure gauges, and alignment fixtures. Utilizing special tools and precision measuring equipment, high-pressure hydraulic test equipment, and electronic test equipment.
• Performing isochronal and special evaluations on engines, propellers and auxiliary power units. Interpreting certification findings and determining adequacy of corrective action. Certifying installed and repaired engines for compliance with technical publications. Performing fixed and mobile test stand functions (which may include maintenance of engine test cell facility); installing special test equipment; performing pre-operational and post operational checks. Operating engines and propellers and recording test data. Operating, certifying, and maintaining computerized engine test/trim automated systems (ETTAS) on the engine test cell. Evaluating, identifying and correcting problems on propeller and engine components causing vibration or impending failure using the ETTAS system, and vibration analyzer.
• Performing aircraft full power runs and complete engine and propeller efficiency checks. Clearing Red X symbol documentation on engine and propeller related components.
• Preparing man-hour data collection and required forms for input into the Core Automated Maintenance System (CAMS) or the G081 (AFI 22-2101, CAMS for Mobility). Reviewing and assisting in maintaining Technical Orders (TOs) and other technical publications and directives pertinent to the element.
• Maintaining bench stock, parts, and equipment. Assisting the material control function in identifying part numbers and stock numbers for processing and controlling of repair cycle assets.
• Providing on-the-job training for assigned personnel. Planning and conducting formal classes of instruction in techniques of repair and maintenance of aircraft engine, propeller, auxiliary power unit, and related equipment and in the use of diagrams, blueprints, wiring schematic and technical publications. Evaluating effectiveness of training by observation and through written and oral examinations. Advising supervisor of the experience and skill levels of assigned personnel. Maintaining training documentation.
• Preparing for and participating in various types of readiness evaluations such as Operational Readiness Inspections, Inspector General and Unit Evaluation Inspections, mobility, and command support readiness inspections, mobility, and command support exercises. Performing such additional duties as structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operator, maintenance of facilities and equipment, and/or serves as a member of a team to cope with natural disasters or civil emergencies. Performing other duties as assigned.