Electronic Industrial Controls Mechanic

United States Space Force Forces•Eglin AFB, FL

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to maintain the ST-85 Combat Weapons Phased Array Radar System, a highly complex, dedicated space-tracking radar system in the U.S. Space Surveillance Network. The employee supports the facility’s 24/7 space-surveillance mission by maintaining and repairing electronic, mechanical, utility, and environmental control systems and equipment. The work includes planning and performing installation, maintenance, testing, calibration, troubleshooting, repair, overhaul, fabrication, and modification of electronic and industrial control systems. The employee also operates and maintains commercial and industrial refrigeration and air-conditioning systems, works with computer-controlled energy management systems, and installs and tests electrical lines and equipment. The position is mission essential and may involve emergency response, shift work, travel, hazardous materials, and adverse work conditions.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
Males must be registered for Selective Service, if applicable.
Must meet the OPM qualification standards for the WG-2600 Electronic Equipment Installation and Maintenance Family and pass the screen-out element: ability to do the work of an Electronics Industrial Controls Worker without more than normal supervision.
Must demonstrate the knowledge and skill needed to perform the work; evaluation emphasizes quality of experience rather than a specified length of time.
Knowledge of complex electronic systems, their capabilities and limitations, and multi-component assemblies and devices.
Knowledge of electronic theory, circuits, basic logic circuits, and related electrical, mechanical, optical, and hydraulic systems.
Knowledge of records-maintenance and documentation regulations, procedures, and policies.
Skill in troubleshooting electronic problems on large projects, applying test procedures, and using electronics-trade hand and power tools.
Ability to test, calibrate, troubleshoot, overhaul, repair, and install complete electronic systems and interpret technical schematics, diagrams, and orders.
Extensive knowledge of HVAC equipment control sequences and thorough knowledge of hydronic systems and air balance as applied to HVAC systems.
Knowledge of applicable safety, environmental, and security regulations, practices, and procedures.
Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
Must have an appropriate, valid driver’s license.
Must pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing as an Air Force Testing Designated Position.
Must obtain universal CFC/HCFC certification within six months of employment.
Must be able to wear protective clothing and gear when working with hazardous materials.
Must be able to work other than normal duty hours, including possible evenings, weekends, holidays, shifts, emergency overtime, and call-back duty.
Must be able to operate specialized vehicles or equipment, such as maintenance platforms, lifts, or forklifts, after proper training.
Must meet applicable Selective Service, direct-deposit, probationary or trial-period, and other federal employment conditions described in the announcement.

Responsibilities

Plan and lay out work using mechanical, electrical, and electronic block diagrams, wiring diagrams, schematics, and equipment manufacturer handbooks.
Perform pretests, operational tests, and final testing, including alignment and calibration, of electronic systems, components, and subassemblies.
Maintain, calibrate, and repair electronic and mechanical controls for utility and environmental systems.
Install, overhaul, repair, fabricate, and modify electronically controlled industrial systems, components, and subassemblies.
Work on and program computer-controlled and centralized energy management and control systems.
Operate, repair, maintain, and troubleshoot commercial and industrial refrigeration and air-conditioning systems and supporting equipment.
Follow safety and security practices and maintain a safe, clean, and secure work environment.
Install, repair, replace, modify, load, and test electrical lines, circuits, systems, fixtures, panels, switches, breakers, and controls in and near buildings and structures.
Start, operate, adjust, and stop single or multiple systems on an ongoing basis.
Travel away from the normal duty station when required and drive a motor vehicle as required.
Escort contractors or visitors for security purposes when required.
Train or guide new or lower-grade employees or employees in other trades when required.