Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic

Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command•Homestead AFB, FL

About The Position

This Air Reserve Technician (ART) position is part of the regular career civil service and requires the employee to maintain active membership in the assigned Air Force Reserve unit. ARTs receive, on average, one weekend of military training per month. The work schedule is aligned to allow participation in unit training assemblies; regular assignments are ART duties, although some non-ART duties may be assigned, generally not exceeding 30 percent of total responsibilities. The position removes, installs, modifies, overhauls, maintains, troubleshoots, repairs, aligns, calibrates, and rebuilds multi-system avionics complexes made up of integrated electronic systems performing multiple major functions. The mechanic performs pretest, operational, and final testing of electronic systems, components, and subassemblies; follows security, safety, and tool-control procedures; and advises engineering personnel about the operational and maintenance effects of proposed technical orders and equipment modifications. The position also prepares and executes training plans, documents and recommends equipment or procedural improvements, reports hardware and software malfunctions, initiates material deficiency reports, and assists with design changes. Work is performed on assigned aircraft and may include shift work, uncommon tours of duty, emergency overtime, travel in military or contract aircraft for temporary duty maintenance or training, and maintenance support for other units. The work environment includes hangars, outdoor areas, and aircraft, sometimes in hazardous noise areas, with exposure to weather extremes, confined or awkward work areas, aircraft fluids and other hazardous substances, electrical hazards, RF radiation, lasers, moving machinery and vehicles, and other aircraft-maintenance hazards. Physical requirements include lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds, reaching, walking, standing, bending, climbing, and using hands and fingers. Vision, depth perception, color discrimination, and hearing capabilities are also specified, with reasonable accommodation noted where applicable.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
Must be a current member of the Air Force Reserve or willing and qualified to join, and must maintain Air Force Reserve requirements.
Must be able to perform the work of an Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic with little or no supervision.
Knowledge of electronic theories and practices for complex integrated systems, including relevant electronic, pneumatic, hydraulic, optical, fiber-optic, and mechanical systems, and associated mathematics.
Skill using standard electronics hand and power tools; basic computer skills; ability to use computer-based maintenance documentation and supply systems and learn new systems.
Ability to communicate effectively in English with workers and supervisors through oral and written reports.
Skill setting up and operating computer-controlled automated test equipment, test stands, oscilloscopes, spectrum, network and distortion analyzers, frequency counters, and signal generators.
Ability to interpret complex drawings, specifications, schematics, blueprints, technical orders, and other technical data for integrated systems.
Skill troubleshooting, installing, repairing, and maintaining integrated electronic systems and analyzing interactions among circuits and subsystems.
Knowledge of testing and troubleshooting techniques and procedures, including analyzing, modifying, and repairing complex electrical or environmental systems and components on assigned aircraft.
Knowledge of the USAF Technical Order Program and its procedures.
Skill calibrating and adjusting components such as amplifiers, proximity boxes, generators, and voltage regulators.
Knowledge of the operation, capabilities, and limitations of complex electronic systems and ability to use electronic, electrical, or electromechanical test and measurement equipment.
Ability to interpret and comply with security, safety, documentation, and other applicable regulations and instructions.
Must maintain current certifications.
May be required to work evenings, weekends, holidays, shifts, and emergency overtime, and to travel on military or contract aircraft for temporary duty maintenance or training.
Physical capabilities include lifting and carrying up to 40 pounds (two-person lift for items exceeding 40 pounds), reaching above the shoulder, using both hands and fingers, walking and standing for approximately four hours per day, repeated bending, climbing, and operating special-purpose or motor vehicles. Specified vision, depth perception, color discrimination, and hearing abilities also apply.
Must be registered for Selective Service if male, as applicable.
A security clearance may be required.

Nice To Haves

Advance in hire may be authorized with demonstrable proof provided on the resume.
Superior Qualification incentive may be authorized.
Prior non-federal work experience or active-duty uniformed service may be considered for determining leave accrual rate, upon request.
A recruitment incentive of up to 25% and a relocation incentive of up to 25% may be authorized.
A Student Loan Repayment Program incentive may be offered.

Responsibilities

Remove, install, modify, overhaul, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, align, calibrate, and rebuild integrated multi-system avionics complexes.
Perform pretest, operational (functional), and final testing of electronic systems, components, and subassemblies.
Comply with security procedures, regulations, policies, safety practices, and tool-control procedures; maintain a safe and clean work area.
Advise engineering personnel on the operational and maintenance effects of proposed Time Compliance Technical Orders and equipment modifications.
Prepare and execute training plans to maximize training.
Document and recommend ways to improve equipment performance, technical data, and maintenance procedures.
Report hardware and software malfunctions, initiate material deficiency reports for equipment and technical data, and assist with design changes.
Perform maintenance on assigned aircraft and, when required, support other units.
Maintain Air Force Reserve requirements and participate in unit training assemblies.

Benefits

Federal employee benefits are available to the employee and family, subject to eligibility based on position type.
If authorized, permanent change of station expenses may be paid in accordance with applicable regulations.

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