About the opportunity
This is an Air Reserve Technician (ART) position with the Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command, Department of the Air Force, located at Dobbins AFB, Georgia. ARTs are part of the regular career civil service, enjoying all benefits granted to Federal employees in the competitive civil service, while maintaining active membership in the Air Force Reserve unit where assigned. The primary purpose of this role is to exercise technical and administrative supervision over subordinate workers in accomplishing trades and labor inspection work in the Quality Assurance Flight, and to train reservists.
Salary and benefits
- Regular career civil service employment with federal employee benefits
- Eligible for 15 days active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay
- Recruitment and/or retention incentives may or may not be used
- Disabled veteran leave available for qualifying veterans hired on or after November 5, 2016
Who can apply?
- Must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the OPM Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C for the WS-8800 Aircraft Overhaul Family
- Screen-out element: ability to lead or supervise as an Aircraft Overhaul Supervisor
- Must meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements and participate fully in unit training assemblies
Required documents
- Online Application Questionnaire
- Resume (may not exceed two pages; font size not smaller than 10 pts; must contain hours worked per week and dates of employment)
- Transcripts, registration, or license if qualifying on education or if required for the position
- Veterans: VOW certification memo or official DD-Form 214 showing character of service, plus SF-15 for 10-point preference and VA letter if claiming 30% disabled veteran
- Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees: Most recent SF-50 and SF-50 reflecting the highest grade held
- Active Duty Service Members: Certification memo on official letterhead in lieu of DD-Form 214
When to apply
- Date posted: 2026-09-03
- Application close date: 2026-09-16T23:59:59.9970
How to apply
- Create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account
- Preview and complete the application questionnaire
- Prepare your two-page resume ensuring it includes hours worked per week and employment dates
- Gather and upload all required supporting documents such as SF-50s or military certification memos
- Submit your complete application package via USAJOBS by the closing date
Additional information
- Announcement Number: AFPCART-13054450-795634-IF
- Control Number: 883333500
- Job Grade / Pay Plan: WS
- Work schedule will be aligned to allow incumbent to fully participate in unit training assemblies
- May be required to fly in commercial and military aircraft and drive motor vehicles
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Experienced aircraft overhaul professionals with a background in quality assurance.
- Individuals with proven leadership or supervisory experience in a technical trade environment.
- Current or former federal employees and veterans looking to maintain Air Force Reserve affiliation.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires maintaining active membership in the Air Force Reserve.
- Applicants must be prepared for potential travel in military or commercial aircraft.
- The resume is strictly limited to two pages, which requires concise documentation of experience.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position serves as a bridge between civilian career civil service and military reserve duty. It is well-suited for a professional who values federal benefits, paid military leave, and the opportunity to lead technical teams while remaining active in the Air Force Reserve.
Our take
This role is excellent for those who want to combine civilian technical leadership with military service. It is not suitable for those who cannot meet Air Force Reserve participation requirements.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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