Electronics Mechanic

Army National Guard Units • Fort Riley, KS

4d • Onsite

About The Position

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for an ELECTRONICS MECHANIC, WG-2604-10, and is part of the KS Maneuver Area Training Equipment Site, Army National Guard. The role involves troubleshooting and performing routine repairs on various electronic systems and components, including launch pod/containers, trainer rocket simulator modules, Missiles/Launchers Pod Assemblies, trainer missile simulator modules, and similar equipment. The mechanic will also troubleshoot carrier electrical and power distribution systems, perform functional tests, analyze performance and malfunctions, and maintain, modify, align, and troubleshoot electronic, electrical modules, and interconnecting cables of combat, tactical, and communication equipment. Additionally, the position requires performing field and limited sustainment maintenance on fixed and mobile operational communication and electronics systems, using various test equipment to localize troubles, and making intricate repairs with specialized tools. Administrative duties include maintaining maintenance records and assisting in parts requests. The position may occasionally require working outside normal duty hours, and overtime may be necessary. The candidate must be able to establish effective professional working relationships.

Requirements

• Kansas Army National Guard Membership is required.
• Must possess and maintain a valid Kansas State driver's license prior to appointment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance within one year of appointment.
• Experience or training which demonstrates the applicant's 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.
• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Military Grades: E-1 through E-8, WO1
• Compatible Military Assignments: Immaterial

Responsibilities

• Perform troubleshooting and routine repairs on individual components and moderately complex systems of launch pod/containers (LP/C), trainer rocket simulator modules, Missiles/Launchers Pod Assemblies (M/LPA), trainer missile simulator modules, and various like items.
• Troubleshoot carrier electrical and power distributions systems components of the weapon system or equipment being repaired.
• Perform functional tests, analyze performance and malfunctions, remove, install, test, maintain, modify, perform alignments and troubleshoot the electronic, electrical, modules, and interconnecting cables of a variety of combat and tactical, and communication equipment.
• Perform field and limited sustainment maintenance to include installation, routine maintenance, repair, and overhaul of fixed and mobile operational communication and electronics systems, e.g., shelter mounted AM radio and teletype systems, shelter mounted single side band radio and teletype systems, shelter mounted radio relay and terminal systems, other moderately complex systems, peripheral equipment, and related test equipment, and Modification Table Of Equipment (MTOE) authorized automation equipment.
• Use various types of test equipment to include systems test sets and stands such as AN/GRM-122s, frequency meters, standing wave indicators, oscillators, ohmmeters, voltmeters, resistance bridges, and signal generators to localize trouble by component unit, by circuit within a component, and by element of a circuit.
• Use special and common hand tools, power tools, and gauges to make intricate repairs.
• Perform administrative functions in establishing and maintaining maintenance records on equipment maintained or repaired.
• Assist in the preparation of requests for required repair parts.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• 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.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

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