Electronics Mechanic

Army National Guard Units • Camp Murray, WA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a Washington Army National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Unit Technician position, WG-2604-11, located at the Washington Combined Support Maintenance Shop G4-M JBLM in Washington. The appointment is temporary and indefinite, and the position is advertised for enlisted personnel and warrant officers. The role performs field and limited sustainment maintenance on tactical electronic, electrical, mechanical, hydraulic, communications, and weapons-system equipment. Equipment includes M1 series tanks, M2/3 Bradley vehicles, MLRS, TOW Missile System, ATACMS Launch Loader Modules, communication systems, radar and fire-control systems, tactical computers, and associated equipment.

The Electronics Mechanic diagnoses malfunctions, isolates faults to component level, and repairs, replaces, aligns, adjusts, installs, tests, and modifies equipment and components. The role uses test equipment, technical documentation, tools, and maintenance procedures to return equipment to serviceable condition. It also includes maintaining repair records, assisting with parts requests, providing technical assistance and instruction to units throughout the state, and carrying out other assigned duties.

The selected applicant must be assigned to a compatible Washington Army National Guard military position and attain the required MOS within one year of appointment. Continued employment requires maintaining membership in the WA Army National Guard and the appropriate SECRET security clearance. A valid Washington state and military driver's license are required. The position may occasionally require work outside normal duty hours, including overtime.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• General experience or training demonstrating knowledge of electrical or electronic theory and common testing procedures, skill using electronics trade hand tools, and ability to read schematics.
• At least 18 months of 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 requiring precision measuring and calibrating equipment.
• Experience using complex test equipment, such as deviation meters or complex special test panels.
• Experience interpreting technical manuals, specifications, and publications.
• Military grade of PVT (E1) through WO1.
• Selected applicant must be assigned to a compatible military position and attain the required MOS within one year of appointment.
• Must maintain membership in the WA Army National Guard for continued employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the position's appropriate SECRET security clearance.
• Must have a valid Washington state and military driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain a Government Travel Card and attend schools deemed necessary by the supervisor.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers.
• May be required to work outside normal duty hours; overtime may be required.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional tests and troubleshoot electronic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic assemblies, modules, and cables on tactical equipment and weapons systems.
• Use IFTE, BITE, break-out boxes, automatic test equipment, oscilloscopes, signal generators, digital multimeters, and other test equipment to isolate faults, verify operation, and make adjustments.
• Repair or replace chassis-mounted components, printed circuit board components, power-distribution systems, assemblies, cables, wiring harnesses, and modules.
• Perform field and limited sustainment maintenance, including installation, routine maintenance, repair, and overhaul of operational communications, electronics, radar, fire-control, computer, and related systems.
• Repair, align, and adjust missile guidance control systems, infrared night vision sights, optical sights, and traversing units.
• Inspect equipment and diagnose the nature and extent of malfunctions; determine whether equipment can be economically repaired or should be declared unserviceable.
• Interpret schematics, signal string lists, technical manuals, specifications, and publications to diagnose and repair circuit and component malfunctions.
• Install equipment modifications in accordance with technical work orders and as directed.
• Use hand tools, power tools, gauges, and field maintenance equipment to perform intricate repairs and fabricate parts for mechanical and electronic equipment.
• Establish and maintain maintenance records for equipment maintained or repaired and assist with requests for repair parts.
• Participate in or conduct Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Team activities, or act as an inspector on a Command Maintenance Evaluation Team, for electronic, automation, communications, and other equipment.
• Provide technical assistance and instruction to units throughout Washington to support their equipment proficiency.
• Maintain awareness of environmental responsibilities under applicable legal and regulatory requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned, including temporary, minor, or incidental tasks.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is described; benefit eligibility depends on position type and employment status.
• Certain incentives may be available subject to funding and approval, but are not guaranteed.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED