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AIRCRAFT ELECTRICIAN - TITLE 32

Department of the Air Force
Air National Guard Units
116 MAI SQ
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Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This position is for an Aircraft Electrician, Position Description Number D1549P01, located in 116th Maintenance Squadron, Robins AFB, GA.

This is a full-time, Excepted Permanent, dual status position which requires Georgia Air National Guard Membership.

Area of Consideration: Opened Nationwide to enlisted members of the Active Duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve or Air Force National Guard.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
02/21/2020 to 12/31/2020
Salary
$25.50 to - $29.71 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 11
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Robins AFB, GA
1 vacancy
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Temporary
Work schedule
Full-Time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
None
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Announcement number
GA-10724737-AF-20-113
Control number
560089400

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Clarification from the agency

This vacancy announcement is for a Dual Status Technician which requires active membership in the Georgia National Guard (uniformed military service). Official appointment is not effective until membership within the Georgia National Guard is confirmed by the gaining HRO. This is an open and continuous job announcement. Recruitment will continue and applications are pulled at the request of the hiring official and in the order received.

Duties

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As an Aircraft Electrician, WG-2892-11, you will:

Perform functional tests, analyze performance and troubleshoot the electronic, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical functions of the subsystems integrated into the digital brake/antiskid system, maintenance annunciation panel (MAP) system of the integrated main generator, standby generator, emergency generator, flight control power, AC/DC power distribution and sub-systems integrated into the electronic/electrical and environmental systems.

Interpret analog and digital operational and output characteristics and results from the Maintenance Annunciation Panel (M.A.P.), onboard computers, aircrew debriefings and specialized test equipment. The electrical system includes the electrical power generation and distribution system, the fire detection and extinguishing system, the ice and rain protection system, the landing gear system, the interior and exterior lighting system, the oxygen generation and distribution system, and the auxiliary power system. The environmental system includes compression, distribution, pressurization, heating, cooling, temperature control, moisture/air contamination control, and liquid cooling requirements.

Remove, repair, calibrate, install, align, inspect, and conduct operational performance checkouts on the components of the electronic/electrical and environmental systems.

Analyze malfunctions using schematics, logic and wiring diagrams, computer data, and factory drawings.

Diagnose circuit operating characteristics using on-board computer, special test equipment and laptop computers to isolates problems to the failing component.

Remove and replace components or assemblies down to the lowest level authorized by depot.

Perform organizational and intermediate level maintenance modifications as required.

Perform recurring inspections and system tests of the life support and the electronic/electrical and environmental system to certify aircraft are ready for flight.

Modify and update electrical and environmental support equipment according to applicable technical publications.

Maintain and operate various types of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, diagnostic computers, digital and analog multi-meters, constant speed drive test stands, voltmeters, ammeters, etc.

Perform precise and advanced wiring maintenance procedures on aircraft.

Utilize computer data and specialized test equipment to interpret equipment analog/digital operational characteristics to isolate malfunctions in the appropriate sub-systems.

Interpret electronic terms and symbols, and applies a variety of electronic formulas, tables and charts in order to perform fault isolation and repairs to systems and sub-systems, such as the 1553 data bus's, BUS Interface Unit (BIU), BUS Adapter Unit (BAU), F-16 Electrical Multiplexing System (EMUX), the C130J Enhanced Cargo Handling/Arial Delivery System (ECHS/ADS) and the F-15 Engine Modification from the PW100-200 to the PW100-220 which incorporates a Digital Electronic Engine Control (DEEC).

Provide technical guidance, advice and/or assistance to other work centers on the interrelationship of electronic/electrical and environmental systems and their respective system, to include flight controls, offensive fire control radar, weapon release, communications, hydraulic, fuel, engine and egress.

Process and account for supply assets in the repairable processing system to maintain aircraft records, inspection records, and equipment maintenance in computer systems (CAMS).

Document maintenance actions and man-hour expenditures on maintenance forms and computer systems.

Clear Red X symbols on maintenance forms as authorized, and performs electronic/electrical and environmental system debriefing of aircrews.

Recommend methods (AFTO Form 22) to improve equipment performance and maintenance procedures, i.e., data corrections to correct software or technical order deficiencies. Processes and accounts for due-in-from maintenance (DIFM) supply assets. Documents maintenance repair actions, man-hour accounting, maintenance forms, and computer systems. Maintains historical data of repaired components, Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and test equipment.

Inspect, test and perform operative maintenance on cryogenic and gaseous oxygen and nitrogen servicing equipment.

Provide a thorough inspection of the complete electronic/electrical and environmental, and other systems, of the aircraft during special and phase inspections.

Provide on-the-job training to lower grade personnel concerning repair of the electronic/electrical and environmental equipment, aircraft system line replaceable units (LRUs), and aircraft electrical/environmental systems. Also provide on-the-job training (OJT) for newly assigned personnel.

Perform other duties as assigned.


Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED
  • This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
  • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
  • May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state drivers license.
  • Preplacement Medical Requirements: Selectee will be required to undergo medical testing, at the expense of the government, prior to beginning employment. Medical tests are used to determine fitness and eligibility for employment.

Qualifications

Each applicant must fully substantiate (in her/his own words) that they meet the requirements of the specialized experience listed below; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this vacancy. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. IF YOU DO THIS YOU WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THE VACANCY. Please ensure that you have included beginning and ending dates (month and year) for all jobs listed on your resume.

Military Grades: E4 - E5

Compatible Military Assignments: AFSC: 2A6X6

General Experience: Must have experience or training which has provided a knowledge and skill in locating and tying in the electrical systems with the aircraft armament, electronics, and instrument systems; adjusting and calibrating the components of the various electrical systems; reading and interpreting blueprints, wiring diagrams and schematics.

Specialized Experience WG-08: Must have experience or training installing, maintaining, repairing and modifying electrical systems and major substation components of electrical system. Experience diagnosing malfunctions and determining remedy when complex relationships exists among different electrical system circuits requiring knowledge of all electrical units and systems. Experience making electrical repairs that require the use of precision measuring equipment and common hand tools. Experience in the setup and operation of computerized multiple circuit analyzing equipment in manual, semiautomatic, or automatic mode to run existing and new (not fully debugged) diagnostic programs to test and analyze aircraft electrical circuitry and interconnecting cabling of systems such as navigational computers, radar, and related equipment and to repair discrepancies.
Candidate must have 12 months specialized experience removing and installing components and accessories with detailed guidance. Experience in following detailed instructions in making minor repairs and modifications to aircraft engines, subassemblies and components.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.

Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

  • Knowledge and skill in repairing, inspecting and overhauling aircraft electrical systems.
  • Ability to troubleshoot more complex malfunctions when unusually thorough knowledge is required.
  • Skill in using hand tools and measuring equipment
  • Ability to troubleshoot malfunctions and determine causes for mechanical problems
  • Ability to read and interpret circuit diagrams, electrical blueprints, schematics and ability to identify components and symbols.
  • Knowledge of electronic theory and instruments.

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