AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (UH-72A) with Security Clearance
Department of the ArmyRole Overview
Department of the Army is hiring a mid-level AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (UH-72A) with Security Clearance. This is a full-time role in Fort Belvoir. posted 2 weeks ago. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Duties This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the DC Army National Guard.
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: You must meet the minimum military rank as specified in this announcement. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a DC Army National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Applicants applying to this position who exceed the maximum military grade listed on this job announcement MUST submit a statement in writing that they are willing to take an administrative reduction in grade to the advertised military grade on the job announcement for which applying.
Applicants who exceed the military grade will NOT be placed into the technician position until they have been administratively reduced to the military grade on the job announcement. Please note that exceeding the maximum rank does not automatically qualify you for consideration. Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement.
The National
Guard's full-time support program requires that all military technicians are members of the National Guard and are appointed to full-time positions which correspond to their military assignments. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership.
Minimum Military Rank: E-4/SPC Maximum Military Rank: E-6/SSG Other requirements: For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed. For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within One (1) year of appointment. This position is located in the Logistics function of an ARNG Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF).
This is an Army National Guard (ARNG) Dual Status Technician position requiring military membership, compatible military skill assignment, and classification. The purpose of this position is to act as an aircraft mechanic with responsibility for certifying airworthiness and managing the operational readiness of one or more aircraft, and proficiency training of supported aviation unit personnel.
Responsibilities include detailed technical oversight of individual aircraft's level of mission capabilities and operational readiness IAW Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Code of Federal Regulation (CFR) title 14 Part 43 rules governing the maintenance, preventive maintenance, rebuilding and alteration of aircraft having a U.S. airworthiness certificate as well as guidelines and projection of maintenance requirements per the UH-72A Program Office to maintain individual aircraft operational readiness, ensuring aircraft meet airworthiness compliance as stipulated within the Army's UH-72A Continued Airworthiness Maintenance Plan (CAMP).
Duties
Manages, monitors or performs overall maintenance within the CAMP and FAA framework, servicing, inspections and documentation for one or more highly technical, high performance UH-72A military aircraft.
Requests maintenance services exceeding AASF capabilities or time constraints. Controls and performs work assignments based upon priorities, workload availability of UH-72A parts, facilities, material and personnel.
Maintains UH-72A aircraft under FAA and manufacturer guidelines and conducts inspections IAW Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) maintenance publications and special inspection criteria as outlines in FAA, OEM and Army maintenance and safety messages.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Note: This is not a comprehensive list of duties and responsibilities for this PD Number D2390000 as released in FASCLASS.
Requirements Conditions of employment National Guard Membership is required. If you are not sure if you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Minimum Rank: E-4 Maximum Rank: E-6 Permanent Change of Station (PCS): PCS not authorized.
Superior Qualifications or Special Needs Pay Setting Must be requested through the selecting official and must be coordinated prior to acceptance of official offer.
3R Incentive MAY be authorized (recruitment and relocation).
Qualifications Permanent Change of Station (PCS): PCS not authorized Relocation Incentive: Incentive may be authorized Selected Reserve Incentive Program: Acceptance of this position will cause termination of Federal bonus
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (UH-72A) with Security Clearance position at Department of the Army?
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Where is the AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (UH-72A) with Security Clearance position at Department of the Army located?
This position is based in Fort Belvoir. Department of the Army has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (UH-72A) with Security Clearance at Department of the Army earn?
Department of the Army has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the AIRCRAFT MECHANIC (UH-72A) with Security Clearance role at Department of the Army posted?
This role was posted on May 20, 2026 (20 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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