Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic

Air National Guard Units • Elmendorf AFB, AK

17h

About The Position

The Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on complex integrated aircraft electronic systems. Work includes operational checks, inspections, testing, troubleshooting, removing and replacing line-replaceable units (LRUs), and diagnosing unusual malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, tools, and test equipment. The mechanic analyzes system circuitry and operating characteristics, adjusts and aligns system components, installs serviceable components, performs system harmonization, completes technical-order requirements and modifications, and verifies repairs through system checks and calibration.

The position covers a broad range of aircraft avionics and electronic countermeasures systems, including flight controls, instruments, communications, navigation, inertial navigation, displays, data links, computers, identification systems, and related engine, hydraulic, and fuel quantity indicators. Duties include evaluating system performance through test readings and computer data; analyzing failure codes and maintenance data; determining repair sequences; recommending procedural or equipment improvements; monitoring operating trends; and advising engineering personnel about proposed modifications. The mechanic also interacts with aircrews during mission debriefs and performs on- and off-equipment maintenance, including bench checks and repair, inspection, programming, alignment, and calibration of LRUs and shop-replaceable units.

The role is a dual-status Alaska Air National Guard technician position. Alaska Air National Guard membership is required. The announcement describes indefinite employment as expected to last more than one year and no more than five consecutive years, with possible conversion to permanent employment without further competition. The position remains open until filled, with reviews every 30 days.

Requirements

• Alaska Air National Guard membership is required; the appointment is excepted and enlisted in the Alaska Air National Guard.
• Must meet the position’s military grade requirement: minimum Airman First Class (A1C/E3) and maximum Technical Sergeant (TSgt/E6).
• Must be a U.S. citizen and obtain and maintain the appropriate Secret security clearance.
• Must meet federal employment suitability requirements determined by a background investigation.
• Must meet the applicable specialized experience requirement: WG-12 requires 12 months of related experience performing maintenance on integrated avionics systems; WG-13 requires at least 12 months of specialized experience as an Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic at WG-2610-12 and craftsman-level knowledge and skills.
• For WG-12, must have completed Air Force Three Skill Level Technical Training School and successful on-the-job training resulting in, or qualifying for, a compatible Five Skill Level AFSC; required supporting documentation must be submitted.
• For WG-13, must have completed Air Force Seven Skill Level Technical Training School and hold a compatible Seven Skill Level AFSC; proof is required. Compatible AFSCs listed are 2A0X1, 2A2X1, 2A2X2, 2A2X3, 2A3X4, 2A3X5, 2A8X1, 2A8X2, 2A9X1, 2A9X2, 2A9X3, or 2A9X4.
• For WG-13, must have successfully completed at least one military professional education course program and submit proof.
• Resume must include complete employment dates and hours worked per week for each civilian and military employment occurrence, and duties must substantiate the required qualifications in detail.
• Before appointment, military medical records must show a completed and current physical, medical profile, cleared drug test, and normal color vision as defined by the referenced Air Force standard.
• Must be able to lift, carry, push, or otherwise handle items weighing up to 70 pounds.
• Must be physically able to stand, climb, walk, bend, crouch, reach, and stoop for extended periods.
• Must have a valid state driver's license for operating government motor vehicles in the state of residence or principal employment.
• Must complete hazmat certification within six months of employment and recertify every two years.
• Must maintain the mandatory AFSC skill level, on-the-job proficiency requirements, and local network access requirements.
• Must maintain required classified-material access and current security investigations for award and retention of a compatible AFSC.
• May be required to work outside normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• May be required to participate in random drug testing.
• Must be eligible under the Lautenberg Amendment; a qualifying domestic-violence conviction disqualifies an individual from performing the position's duties.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.

Nice To Haves

• C-17 avionics experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on complex integrated electronic systems.
• Conduct operational checks, inspections, tests, troubleshooting, and LRU removal and replacement.
• Isolate malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, tools, and test equipment, including automatic test equipment and flight-line test systems.
• Analyze system installation, circuitry, operating characteristics, fault codes, and performance data to identify failures and determine repair sequences.
• Adjust and align system sensors, transmitters, amplifiers, power supplies, displays, controls, transponders, actuators, servos, computers, and related components.
• Install serviceable components in aircraft; perform system alignment, harmonization, calibration, and final checks in accordance with technical orders and directives.
• Complete technical-order compliance work and modify components and systems.
• Maintain, modify, calibrate, and inspect test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment.
• Install, modify, overhaul, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, align, and calibrate integrated avionics multi-systems and control systems.
• Review maintenance data and recommend tests, procedural changes, or data corrections when needed.
• Monitor interrelated system operation and trends; recommend preventive maintenance, overhaul, engineering evaluation, or disposal of components.
• Assess the effects of equipment modifications or substitutions on integrated-system operation and maintenance procedures.
• Install, operate, and repair prototype or experimental electronic systems as assigned.
• Advise aerospace engineering personnel on the operational and maintenance effects of proposed technical-order modifications.
• Interact with aircrews during mission or sortie debriefs and use debrief data to enhance troubleshooting.
• Coordinate and perform back-shop bench checks and testing, repair, inspection, modification, programming, alignment, and analysis of LRUs and shop-replaceable units.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• The posting describes a comprehensive federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

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