Clarification from the agency

Open to AETC Command-Wide Internal applicants only

- Adjust, calibrate, certify, troubleshoot & repair a variety of electrical, electronic, physical and dimensional test measurement diagnostic equipment (TMDE), and a variety of electrical, electronic physical/ dimensional systems and reference standards.
- Coordinates efforts with technical and professional personnel on matters affecting equipment performance, test objectives, and calibration/certification reliability and effectiveness.
- Maintains records and documents actions.
- Critical Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours and/or Shift work may be required which may include overtime and/or irregular hours.
• The work requires the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver's license is required for the position.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.
• Must keep abreast of the latest developments in the electronic/s physical dimensional field and in state-of-the-art TMDE and laboratory standards.
• May be detailed to other areas and/or duties, as the mission requires.
• Graduation from the Air Force School of Metrology or certification from an equivalent course of study is highly desirable.
• This potion has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions represents a clear thereat to the mission of the Air Force, national security, and public safety.
• This position has a Limited Area of Consideration and is only open to all AETC Command-wide Internal applicants all (AETC installations/organizations/personnel).

Qualifications

This position has a Limited Area of Consideration and is only open to all AETC Command-wide Internal applicants all (AETC installations/organizations/personnel).

In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.

QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-3300, Instrument Work Family. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, you must meet any screen-out element listed, and show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.

The screen out element for this position is the ability to do the work of the position without more than normal supervision.

JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Knowledge of metrology (measurement science), mathematics, physics, electronics, circuit analysis using schematics, diagrams, detailed drawings and computer programming routines to adjust, calibrate and certify TMDE.
2. Knowledge of safety regulations and procedures.
3. Skill in using and maintaining hand tools and power tools; such as drills, chassis punches, wrenches, soldering irons and micro-soldering units to remove and replace circuit parts.
4. Ability to understand and predict the progressive effects of uncertainties throughout the interrelated units; trace the effect of a change in one subsystem on other subsystems and determine which controls and devices must be adjusted to compensate; apply test uncertainty ratio calculations to determine suitability of calibration standards or to determine adequacy of substitute standard.
5. Ability to analyze and troubleshoot interface problems between instruments, instrument controllers and sensors in complex test and measurement systems; skill in tracing signals and voltage paths and in the analysis of waveform characteristics such as timing, duration, frequency, and phasing; analyze test set-ups to isolate malfunctions and check performance characteristics of special or one of a kind test set ups; ability to use a variety of hand and power tools to accomplish incidental repairs.
6. Ability to work closely with others, communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Ability to document the calibration process; accurately prepare and affix calibration labels and note "as found" & "as returned" condition; identify " Out of Tolerance" conditions and the extent of deviations encountered during the calibration process; ability to understand and document measurement uncertainty in accordance with national and international standards.

Physical Effort: Frequently lifts and carries unassisted, items weighing up to 50 pounds. Sometimes required to lift and carry items weighing more than 50 pounds with the help of weight handling equipment or with assistance from other workers. The work requires working in a sitting position for extended periods of time, and frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, and stooping are required. Some work may require the aid of magnifying lenses, eye loops, and microscopes to acconplish repairs on miniature components.

Working conditions: Employee typically works in well-lighted, heated, and ventilated areas. May be required to work at remote user locations under variable conditions or within clean room environments where special garments including head coverings, shoe coverings, and gloves are required. Exposed to the possibility of eclectic shock; burns from electrical or radiofrequency(RF) energy or hot solder; and cuts and bruises.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience relates to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veteran's Preference; however, Veteran's Preference is considered where applicable.

Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements.
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.