Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic (Title 32)

Army National Guard Units • Morrisville, NC

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About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position in the North Carolina Army National Guard, part of the NC ASO (AASF 1 / Manning Doc 4621-178). The position performs maintenance, troubleshooting, repair, alignment, testing, and inspection of aircraft electronic integrated systems and their components. The mechanic also maintains and calibrates test equipment, records maintenance activity, supports aircrew malfunction diagnosis, trains and guides lower-level mechanics, and coordinates the handling and tracking of CADS/PADS explosive cartridges. National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment is required, and the selectee must wear the military uniform. The position is in enlisted grades E4–E7.

Requirements

• National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard is required before the effective date of placement; applicants who are not current members must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the listed military grade.
• Military grade must be enlisted E4–E7.
• Experience or training demonstrating knowledge of electronic theories and practices used to identify, isolate, and repair malfunctions in complex integrated systems.
• Thorough knowledge of digital and analog circuits, electromechanical devices, solid-state devices, digital techniques, synchro/servo operation, and integrated-circuit theory.
• Ability to interpret and trace schematics, logic diagrams, and wiring diagrams, and to use a wide variety of test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment (TMDE).
• At least 18 months of specialized experience or training applying the principles, basic functions, and theory of electronic integrated systems equipment.
• Experience diagnosing problems and determining repairs for malfunctions in electronic integrated systems equipment.
• Experience making mechanical repairs requiring precision measuring and calibrating equipment.
• Experience using a wide variety of TMDE.
• Experience interpreting technical manuals, specifications, and publications.
• Must wear the military uniform.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a one- or two-year probationary/trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• A person convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

Responsibilities

• Perform operational checks, inspections, tests, and troubleshooting on electronic integrated systems and Line Replaceable Units (LRUs).
• Analyze system installations, circuitry, and operating characteristics to identify and resolve problems.
• Adjust and align sensors, transmitters, amplifiers, power supplies, display devices, controls, actuators, servos, computers, and related components.
• Remove faulty LRUs for shop repair, install serviceable components in aircraft, and perform total-system alignments and operational checkouts.
• Apply technical manual requirements and modifications to components and systems.
• Maintain, modify, calibrate, and inspect user test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment.
• Bench-check, test, repair, inspect, modify, program, reprogram, mate, adjust, align, and analyze LRUs and shop-replaceable units.
• Use test equipment including automatic test equipment, oscilloscopes, DTA computers, multimeters, power meters, and special-purpose bench test sets.
• Test and troubleshoot solid-state electronic assemblies and subassemblies; identify faulty parts and repair them.
• Ensure and certify the operational integrity of night-vision systems and electro-optical components; perform alignment and shop checks.
• Debrief aircrews about system malfunctions and document maintenance and system, LRU, and shop-repairable-unit information in aircraft and historical records.
• Serve as a flight-crew member to diagnose and record malfunctions.
• Guide lower-level mechanics and conduct on-the-job training on assigned systems.
• Ensure material and equipment are properly stored, protected, and maintained, and that funds are not obligated for unjustified material or parts.
• Prepare for and participate in readiness evaluations.
• Serve as CADS/PADS Coordinator; order explosive cartridges through TAMIS, track aircraft CADS/PADS status, receive and issue explosives, transport them, and store or dispose of expired explosives.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive federal employee benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type, and applicants are directed to contact the hiring agency for details.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed