Electronics Mechanic (Title 32) (Indefinite)

Army National Guard Units • Richmond, VA

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About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 excepted service position for an Electronics Mechanic, WG-2604-11, in the VA G4, National Guard. The position is an indefinite appointment and serves as a temporary backfill for a deployed technician; upon the deployed employee’s return, the appointment may be terminated. Selectees must be members of, or eligible for immediate membership in, the Virginia Army National Guard in a compatible military assignment and grade. The selectee must wear the military uniform. An indefinite appointment may be released with 30 days’ notice and may later be made permanent without further competition.

The Electronics Mechanic performs field and limited sustainment maintenance on electronic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic systems and equipment, including combat and tactical weapon systems, communications systems, computers, and related test equipment. The work includes functional testing, troubleshooting, fault isolation, repair, alignment, modification, inspection, and equipment integration. The mechanic uses specialized test equipment and hand and power tools, maintains equipment records, assists with repair-parts requests, and may provide technical assistance and instruction to units throughout the state. The position may also involve participation in maintenance assistance teams or service as an inspector on a Command Maintenance Evaluation Team.

Requirements

• National Guard membership is required; applicants must be, or be eligible for immediate membership in, the Virginia Army National Guard in a compatible military assignment.
• Applicants must meet the stated eligible group and military-grade criteria: qualified enlisted personnel from E1/PV1 through E7/SFC, as specified for Group I or Group II applicants.
• At least 18 months of specialized experience equivalent to at least the WG-10 level, or equivalent pay band, including relevant experience from the federal or private sector.
• Experience or training demonstrating knowledge of equipment sufficient to perform routine jobs and simple preventive maintenance and to use common tools and equipment in the line of work.
• Experience or training applying principles, basic functions, and theory of electronic systems or equipment.
• Experience diagnosing problems and determining needed repairs for malfunctions in electronic equipment or systems.
• Experience making mechanical repairs using precision measuring and calibrating equipment.
• Experience using complex test equipment, such as deviation meters or complex special test panels.
• Applicants must provide exact dates for each employment period and hours worked per week when part-time; resumes must be limited to two pages.
• Provide transcripts or other documentation supporting any educational claims for which credit is sought.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Meet federal employment suitability requirements as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• The selectee is required to wear the military uniform.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional tests and analyze the performance and malfunctions of electronic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic assemblies, modules, and cables on combat and tactical equipment.
• Remove, install, test, maintain, modify, align, and troubleshoot components and systems, including M1 series tanks, M2/3 series Bradley fighting vehicles, MLRS, TOW Missile Systems, and ATACMS Launch Loader Modules.
• Use IFTE, BITE, break-out boxes, and automatic test equipment to isolate faults, verify operation, and adjust assemblies and modules.
• Repair or replace chassis-mounted components, printed circuit board components, power distribution systems, electronic modules, circuit cards, and assemblies.
• Use oscilloscopes, signal generators, digital multimeters, and other test equipment to locate, diagnose, and repair malfunctions.
• Troubleshoot and repair launch pod/container systems, trainer rocket simulator modules, missile/launcher pod assemblies, trainer missile simulator modules, and related equipment.
• Troubleshoot carrier electrical and power-distribution systems and isolate faulty assemblies, cables, wiring harnesses, and modules to component level for repair or replacement.
• Ensure proper integration among carrier, fire-control, vehicle hydraulic and mechanical, secure digital communications, and intercommunications systems.
• Install equipment modifications in accordance with technical work orders and perform initial and final checks and inspections when required.
• Identify deficiencies in troubleshooting procedures and recommend corrective actions to technical manuals.
• Perform field and limited sustainment maintenance, installation, routine maintenance, repair, and overhaul of operational communications, electronics, radar, fire-control, computer, automation, and related systems and equipment.
• Repair, align, and adjust missile guidance control systems, infrared night-vision sights, optical sights, and traversing units.
• Inspect equipment, diagnose the nature and extent of malfunctions, determine whether equipment is economically repairable, and restore equipment to serviceable condition when required.
• Use field maintenance equipment and analytical maintenance procedures; interpret complex schematic diagrams and exercise judgment in adapting methods and procedures to changed operating conditions.
• Use systems test sets and stands, frequency meters, standing-wave indicators, oscillators, ohmmeters, voltmeters, resistance bridges, signal generators, and other test equipment to localize faults.
• Use hand tools, power tools, and gauges to make intricate repairs, and fabricate parts for mechanical and electronic equipment.
• Establish and maintain maintenance records for equipment maintained or repaired and assist in preparing repair-parts requests.
• Participate in or conduct Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Team activities, or act as an inspector on a Command Maintenance Evaluation Team for electronic, automation, communication, and other equipment.
• Provide technical assistance and instruction to units throughout the state.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits eligibility depends on position type and work schedule.

What This Job Offers

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