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Electronic Measurement Equipment Mechanic

Department of the Army
U.S. Army Communications Electronics Command
Tobyhanna Army Depot
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Summary

Please limit your resume to 5 pages. If more than 5 pages are submitted, only the first 5 pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility/qualifications.

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Domestic Defense Industrial Base (DIB) and Major Range and Test Facilities Base (MRTFB) to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

Overview

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Open & closing dates
09/27/2024 to 10/04/2024
Salary
$29.36 to - $34.17 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 12
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Tobyhanna, PA
Remote job
No
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
25% or less - 25% business travel
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Promotion potential
None
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Position sensitivity and risk
Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
Trust determination process
Financial disclosure
No
Bargaining unit status
Yes
Announcement number
MCGN244152166853HD
Control number
810946300

Duties

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  • Calibration, maintenance, repair, alignment, modification, updating and fault-analysis of highly complex computer based electronic measurement test consoles, test equipment and highly sophisticated integrated missile system components.
  • Select, modify, sets up, calibrate, install and operate a variety of precision measurement equipment including special purpose test consoles and mock-ups in support of engineering laboratory test development.
  • Analyze data by means of telemetry printouts, printouts, diagnostic runs, waveform analysis, power readings, voltage levels and various symptoms that the product under test displays.
  • Certify the accuracy of the electronic, hydraulic, and pneumatic units and certify the accuracy of various standard and special purpose mechanical instruments.
  • Prepare reports, statistical charts, graphs and documents analysis of missile electronic components and computer-based test sets.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. You must successfully complete and pass a NATIONAL AGENCY CHECK WITH WRITTEN INQUIRIES (NACI, Tier 1).
  • This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
  • Appointment to this position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315.
  • 25% business travel.
  • Obtain and maintain the Associate Level Certified Electronics Technician certification per Electronics Technicians Association, International, within two (2) years of placement into the position.
  • Obtain and maintain Journeyman Level Certified Electronics Technician certification per Electronics Technicians Association, International, within four (4) years of placement into the position.
  • Position requires shift work and overtime to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

To meet the basic eligibility, you must receive at least two points on the screen-out element indicated above and must have an average of two points on all the job elements listed below. Your application will be further evaluated to determine if you meet the best qualified cut-off for referral to the selecting official.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electronic Measurement Equipment Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision. Testing, troubleshooting, repairing, overhauling, modifying, and calibrating electronic measurement equipment, perform special tests on electronic control systems for automated industrial equipment such as computer signal generators (UHF, VHF, and microwave) range calibrators, spectrum analyzers, distortion analyzers, digital equipment, oscilloscopes, specialized test sets and electronic control systems for automated industrial equipment.- Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

PHYSICAL CONDITIONS

Work assignments require light to moderate physical effort. Subject position lifts, carries, or otherwise handles items weighing from 10 to 40 pounds and occasionally in excess of 40 pounds. Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching and stooping is required.

WORKING CONDITIONS

A majority of work is performed inside heated buildings with occasional exposure to outside weather conditions. Works in areas subject to high frequency noise, cuts, bruises and burns or shocks caused by high voltages.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

  • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
  • You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
  • One year probationary period may be required.
  • Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
  • Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
  • If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
  • This is a Logistics Career Field position.
  • Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
  • Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
  • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
  • The Department of the Army is committed to the highest ethical standards and, as an employee, you will be covered by the criminal conflict of interest statutes and the Standards of Ethical Conduct for Employees of the Executive Branch.
  • The Army values diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, cultures and skills, which connects employees to organizations that are committed to building an inclusive work environment where they can contribute to their fullest potential.

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, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement.

If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.

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