AIRCRAFT SURVIVAL FLIGHT EQUIPMENT REPAIRER, WG-10, AASF 1, CLOSE 7 AUGUST 2026

Under this Accelerated-Hire announcement, all applicants who meet the minimum requirements at the grade level for which they apply will be forwarded to the Selecting Official for consideration. This authority authorizes the appointment of Excepted Service T5 NG Employees and T32 Technicians without the requirement to utilize competitive procedures. Veteran’s Preference DO NOT APPLY for this announcement.

POSITION: Aircraft Survival Flight Equipment Repairer, WG-4818-10

SALARY: $38.06 to $44.43 per hour

TYPE OF APPOINTMENT: Excepted Service – Indefinite Position / Year-to-Year Temporary Promotion

LOCATION: Army Aviation Support Facility No. 1, Hawaii Army National Guard, Wheeler Army Airfield, Hawaii

CLOSING DATE: 7 August 2026

RECRUITMENT AREA: Present Warrant Officers (W-1 to W-3) and Enlisted Members (E-4 to E-7) within US Armed Forces

SUMMARY OF DUTIES: The purpose of this position is to provide initial and continuation instruction in the following ALSE subject categories: environmental life support and protective subsystems, over water survival equipment, escape and descent life support subsystems, survival recovery life support subsystem, global survival, aircrew chemical decontamination procedures and aircrew chemical defense task qualification training. Documents and maintains records of ALSE crewmember training.

• Inspects, tests, certifies, repairs, assembles and maintains ALSE to include aircraft/aircrew electronic communications equipment, and aircraft-oxygen related items, aircraft modular survival system, life preservers, helicopter emergency egress devices, first aid kits and microclimate cooling vests.
• Inspects, tests, certifies, repairs, assembles and maintains ALSE to include aircraft/aircrew electronic communications equipment, and aircraft-oxygen related items, aircraft modular survival system, life preservers, helicopter emergency egress devices, first aid kits and microclimate cooling vests.Instructs crewmembers in all categories of ALSE.
• Instructs crewmembers in all categories of ALSE. Certifies initial and continuation training of aircrew and other personnel.
• Certifies initial and continuation training of aircrew and other personnel. Complies with safety, fire, security, and housekeeping regulations.
• Complies with safety, fire, security, and housekeeping regulations. Supervises, instructs, trains and certifies traditional Guard members on all facets of the aircrew life support career field; performs task evaluations and documents OJT records.
• Supervises, instructs, trains and certifies traditional Guard members on all facets of the aircrew life support career field; performs task evaluations and documents OJT records. Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises.
• Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations, inspections, mobilization and command support exercises.Prepares Annual Budget analysis and projections for ALSE shop operations.
• Prepares Annual Budget analysis and projections for ALSE shop operations. Performs other duties as assigned.

Details of the duties and responsibilities are contained in the applicable position description (D1992000) which may be provided to you by HRO.

QUALIFICATIONS REQUIRED: If your resume does not include a narrative description of how you meet the GENERAL, SPECIALIZED experiences, and OTHER requirements, you may lose consideration for this position. Ensure that the Questionnaire is completed on Application Manager.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates the applicants knowledge of materials and equipment used in the line of work (helmets, torso harness assemblies, parachutes, survival equipment). Ability to understand written instructions and to use reference materials and manuals.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have 18 months experience or training which has demonstrated knowledge of aviation life support equipment. Experience reading and interpreting military manuals. Experience in supply procedures and property accountability. Experience collecting information and presenting it to various sized groups. Experience in planning a functional shop maintenance program is essential.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work is usually completed while standing or sitting and may be for extended periods of time. Considerable stooping, bending, or kneeling is necessary as well as working in cramped areas and on ladders and scaffolds. Frequently lifts and carries items weighing up to 50 pounds and occasionally lifts heavier items with assistance.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is primarily in shops that are adequately lighted, ventilated, and heated. Occasional work outside may be necessary in extreme weather conditions. Hazards include eye, respiratory and skin irritation from adhesives, solvents, silicones and epoxies, oxygen, oxidizers and lithium batteries. Frequently exposed to the possibility of cuts, bruises, punctures, and abrasions from handling sharp tools and electrical shock when testing components. Subject to a moderate amount of noise and vibration from tools and machines.

MILITARY TECHNICIAN COMPATIBILITY POSITION: Prior to placement in this position, the selected applicant must be assigned to an appropriate military position and must meet the definition of a dual status technician in accordance with 32 U S C 709.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• The applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
• The applicant must be ALSE, NVG repairer/inspector qualified within one year of appointment.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENTS & NOTES:

1. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.

2. This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

3. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

4. May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

5. The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

NOTES TO CANDIDATES:
a. Situations of inversion of military rank are not permitted, i.e., a military technician may not be militarily senior to his or her full-time supervisor.

b. Authorization for payment of PCS expenses may be granted only after determination is made that payment is in the best interest of the Hawaii National Guard.

c. In addition to your application, documents of last performance appraisal, past civilian performance, letter of recommendations, and or military performance may be submitted.

d. Candidates may be screened and evaluated on military attributes directly related to the compatible military position required to be assigned into, such as, but not limited to, military bearing, leadership, or ability to work with others (teamwork) in a military environment.

e. Include any volunteer work experience in your resume. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).

f. Final selection will be based upon qualifications, suitability, and available manpower resources.

g. This employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

h. Financial Suitability – It is the policy of the government not to deny employment simply because an individual has been unemployed or has had financial difficulties that have arisen through no fault of the individual. Information about an individual’s employment experience will be used only to determine the person’s qualifications and to assess his or her relative level of knowledge, skills, and abilities. Although an individual’s personal conduct may be relevant in any employment decision, including conduct during periods of unemployment or evidence of dishonesty in handling financial matters, financial difficulty that has arisen through no fault of the individual will generally not itself be the basis of an unfavorable suitability or fitness determination.

i. Candidates above the grade of E-7 must include in their application the willingness to take a voluntary downgrade in order to be considered.

j. This position may involve arduous/hazardous duties. Placement is contingent upon successful completion of a medical examination or review/approval of a physical examination taken within six months.

k. Selectee may be scheduled for formal training at the Professional Education Center (PEC) within the first six months of employment. Unless there are extenuating circumstances, failure to complete National Guard Bureau prescribed courses at PEC within the first year of employment, may be cause for reassignment to other full-time positions or termination of employment.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS:

1. Your resume showing:
– Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you.
– Relevant work experience-include the employer’s name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade.
– Education, certifications or licensures.

If your resume does not meet the above requirements, you will automatically be disqualified for the position.

Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration. Cheating on an assessment may also result in your removal from consideration.

2. Transcripts (if applicable)

3. You may submit any other documentation supporting your resume.

INSTRUCTIONS ON HOW TO APPLY:

*All applications will be submitted through email only. We do not not accept hand-carried documents.*

Your 2-page resume and other documents must be submitted COB 07 August 2026 to the Staffing Org Box [email protected]. Your resume will not be referred if it is longer than 2 pages. Resumes and any other documents will not be accepted after the closing date.

Subject line: “(Last name, First name) – Application for (Title and grade level of Position), (Unit)”

You will be receiving a confirmation email from HRO once we receive your application.