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Electronics Mechanic (7 Positions)
Appointment Type: Multiple Appointment Types
PD #:D0876000
Series/Grade: WG-2604-11/11
Salary Range: $25.02-$29.23
*Candidates may have to obtain and maintain a Secret Security Clearance*
** SELECTED EMPLOYEES WILL KEEP CURRENT TENURE -- IF INDEFINITE IS SELECTED MEMBER MAY CONVERT TO PERMANENT WITHOUT FURTHER COMPETITION **
MEMBERSHIP IN THE ARMY NATIONAL GUARD IS REQUIRED: This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in the Idaho Army National Guard as a condition of employment. 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. Loss of military membership will result in immediate loss of your full-time military technician position.
In accordance with the Labor Management Agreement, Article 18, Promotions:
Area of Consideration
The area of consideration for all Idaho National Guard bargaining unit positions will be as follows:
(1) Bargaining unit members
(2) All other individuals
This does not preclude management from selecting either Section (1) or Section (2) applications after Section (1) applicants have been considered.
AREAS OF CONSIDERATION:
Current Onboard Technicians in the Idaho Army National Guard assigned to AASF.
Application materials must be received by Friday, June 30, 2017. Failure to provide complete information may result in your not receiving consideration for this position. Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations section to understand the requirements.
06/16/2017 to 06/30/2017
$25.02 - $29.23 per hour
WG 11
7 vacancies in the following location:
Not required
No
Multiple Appointment Types
Full-time - Full Time
No
17-153
472396200
MAJOR DUTIES: (Detailed duties are on the Position Description available at the Human Resources Office)
This position is located in the Avionics/Electronics function of an Army Aviation Support Facility
(AASF), Army Aviation Flight Activity (AAFA), or Army Aviation Classification Repair Activity Depot
(AVCRAD). Its purpose is to perform repair, maintenance, modification, overhaul and installation of
complex electronic systems and/or a portion of a complete electronic integrated system involving work
on a number of subsystems but not requiring the integration of all operable subsystems into a functional
integrated system.
(1) Troubleshoots, inspects, installs, maintains, overhauls, repairs, and modifies complete
operational systems consisting of numerous complex integral components. Examples of equipment
worked on include: navigational radios, Doppler or inertial navigation systems, global positioning
systems, automatic planning systems, night vision systems, targeting systems, communications radios,
flight control and stabilization systems, weapons systems, aircraft survivability equipment, specialized
mission equipment and similar electronic and navigational equipment.
(2) Completes operational checks, inspections, tests and troubleshooting of line replaceable units
(LRU). Isolates unusual malfunctions using technical manuals, schematics, and wiring diagrams, tools
and test equipment including automatic test equipment. Solves problems by analyzing installation,
circuitry, and operating characteristics of the systems. Adjusts and aligns sensors, transmitters,
amplifiers, power supplies, display devices, controls, actuators, servos, computers and other related
components. Removes faulty LRUs for shop repair. Installs serviceable components into aircraft.
Accomplishes technical manual compliance and modification of components and systems. Maintains,
modifies, calibrates and inspects a wide variety of user test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment
(TMDE).
(3) Completes bench check, testing, repair, inspection, modification, programming,
reprogramming, mating, adjusting, alignment, and analyzing of LRUs and shop replaceable units. Uses
a variety of test equipment such as automated test equipment (ATE), oscilloscopes, multimeters,
powermeters, combined Boresight Harmonization Kits, and special purpose bench test sets. Tests and
troubleshoots solid state electronic assemblies and subassemblies such as circuit cards, modules, rate
gyros, electronic control amplifiers, electro-mechanical assemblies, random access memories,
programmable read-only memories and various integrated circuits. Identifies faulty part and repairs to
level authorized. Reassembles unit after repair, performs alignment and makes shop checks.
(4) Recommends methods to improve equipment performance, technical data, and maintenance
procedures by reporting hardware and software malfunctions, initiates materiel deficiency reports both
on equipment and in technical data, and assists in design changes as necessary. Conducts debriefing of
aircrews to determine the nature of system malfunctions then documents all maintenance performed and
records information related to the system, LRU's, or shop repairable units on both aircraft and historical
records.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Within your application package, you must explain how you gained the specialized experience required for this position. Applicants applying at the WG 11 level must have 18 months experience
or training in utilizing principles, basic functions and application of theory of electronic systems or equipment. Experience in diagnosing problems and determining needed repairs for malfunctions in electronic equipment or systems. Experience in making mechanical repairs that required the use of precision measuring and calibrating equipment. Experience in using complex test equipment such as deviation meters, complex special test panels, etc. Experience which demonstrates the ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, and publications.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Work involved in fabricating, overhauling, modifying, installing, troubleshooting, repairing, and maintaining ground, airborne, and marine electronic equipment, such as: radio; radar; sonar; cryptographic; satellite; microwave; micro computers and peripherals; laser; infrared; industrial x-ray; marine, aeronautical, and space navigation aid; TV receiver; surveillance; and similar devices. The work requires knowledge of electronic principles; the ability to recognize improper operation, locate the cause, and determine the best method to correct the defect; and the skill to disassemble, assemble, and adjust electronic equipment. The work includes using both manual and automated test equipment. The work may require the use of a personal computer and numerous software packages to program or realign various components or systems, download information, and detect equipment deficiencies.
Experience or training which demonstrates the applicants knowledge of electrical or electronic theory, knowledge of common testing procedures, skill in the use of hand tools of the electronics trade, and skill in reading schematics.
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:
No special education requirements are needed for this position.
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You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
SPECIAL INFORMATION:
Idaho National Guard Mission Statement:
The incredible versatility of the National Guard enables its troops to respond to domestic emergencies, combat missions, counterdrug efforts, reconstruction missions and moreall with equal speed, strength and efficiency.
Whether the call is coming from the Governor of the State of Idaho or directly from the President of the United States, Guard Soldiers and Airman are always ready and always there.
Selectee will be required to participate in the Direct Deposit Funds Transfer Program.
This is a dual-status position and membership in the Idaho Army National Guard is required. By submitting this application you are affirming to the validity of the information you have provided.
All male applicants born after 31 December 1959 will be required to furnish a statement of Selective Service registration status prior to appointment. (5 U.S.C. 3328)
Acceptance of any military technician position over 179 days will cause termination of entitlement and eligibility for all bonuses and student loan repayments effective the date of employment. This does not affect Montgomery GI Bill eligibility. Payments of Selected Reserve reenlistment bonuses authorized in section 308b of title 37, United States Code, to Military Technicians (Dual Status) who become eligible for reenlistment while serving on active duty in Iraq, Afghanistan or Kuwait in support of Operation Enduring Freedom or Operation Iraqi Freedom (in theater) are excluded from repayment. Acceptance of any military technician position may affect your incentive bonus. Check with your incentives manager to see if this applies to the incentive you received.
Applicants who feel they have reinstatement/restoration/re-promotion rights to this grade and position should contact the Human Resources Office.
The Idaho National Guard is an Equal Opportunity employer. Selection for this position will be made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, physical handicap or age which does not interfere with job accomplishment or National Guard membership. Veteran's Preference does not apply to any National Guard position.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
The Federal government offers a number of exceptional benefits to its employees, review the following link under "Benefits Topics" for additional information
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
Failure to provide complete information will result in your not receiving consideration for this position.
- Current Resume
- PROOF OF 15 SERIES MOS
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes all of the information listed in the Required Documents Section.
We are ONLY accepting on-line applications.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Submit my Answers button at the end of the process.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
After the position closing date, your application will be reviewed in full. If qualified your application will be forwarded to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interview are required you will be contacted.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Failure to provide complete information will result in your not receiving consideration for this position.
- Current Resume
- PROOF OF 15 SERIES MOS
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
THE APPLICATION PROCESS:
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package, which includes all of the information listed in the Required Documents Section.
We are ONLY accepting on-line applications.
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log into your existing USAJOBS account. Please ensure you click the Submit my Answers button at the end of the process.
Note: To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select Application Status, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
After the position closing date, your application will be reviewed in full. If qualified your application will be forwarded to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interview are required you will be contacted.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/472396200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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UNIT OF ASSIGNMENT: AASF