AIRCRAFT EXAMINER (PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC)

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below.

This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: 1. Examine, evaluate, and analyze the condition of aircraft engine accessories and components to determine, specify and control the extent of disassembly and depth of rework. 2. Must be proficient in trouble-shooting. This requires a detailed knowledge of the operating principles and functions of the various systems of the engine accessory components and their inter-relationships. 3. Examiner must possess a high degree of analytical ability and knowledge of engine accessory/component rework procedures, processes and repair techniques and the type of processing required for various types of components. 4. Must have the ability to clearly and concisely communicate, both orally and in writing and be able to interpret and retain information from complex blueprints, detailed specifications and technical directives. 5. Examiner is required to exercise a high degree of judgement in making decisions on a wide area of technical situations and is assigned positive control of disassembly and prescribing the amount of work that shall be done.

Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations.

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.