Electronics Mechanic (Title 32)

Army National Guard Units • Camp Blanding, FL

3d

About The Position

This National Guard position is for an Electronics Mechanic (Title 32), Position Description Number D1205000, with the Florida State Maintenance Office (FL SMO). The role performs functional tests, analyzes equipment performance and malfunctions, and removes, installs, tests, maintains, modifies, aligns, and troubleshoots electronic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic assemblies, modules, and interconnecting cables on combat and tactical equipment. Equipment includes M1 series main battle tanks, M2/3 series Bradley fighting vehicles, the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS), the TOW Missile System, and the ATACMS Launch Loader Module (LLM).

The mechanic uses Integrated Family Test Equipment (IFTE), Built In Test Equipment (BITE), and break-out boxes (BOB) to isolate faults, verify operation, and adjust assemblies and modules. Duties also include repairing or replacing chassis-mounted components on a Unit Under Test (UUT), operating Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) to isolate faults in LLM electronic modules, circuit cards, and assemblies down to the component level, and replacing faulty components on UUT printed circuit boards and power distribution systems. Oscilloscopes, signal generators, digital multimeters, and other test equipment are used to locate, diagnose, and repair malfunctions.

This is an excepted-service position under 32 U.S.C. 709 that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard before the effective date of placement. The selectee must wear the military uniform. The position is obligated while the incumbent is on a military tour; appointment and reemployment provisions differ depending on the selectee's current Title 32, Title 5, or state National Guard status. PCS costs and recruitment or relocation incentives may be authorized if determined to be in the best interest of the Florida National Guard.

Requirements

• Must meet the position's general experience requirement through experience or training demonstrating knowledge of electrical or electronic theory, common testing procedures, use of electronics-trade hand tools, and reading schematics.
• Must have at least 18 months of specialized 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.
• Ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, and publications.
• Must be an enlisted member at grade E9 or below and meet the applicable Florida National Guard membership and compatible military assignment requirements.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service if required.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must wear the military uniform.
• Education used to qualify must be supported by transcripts or other documentation.

Responsibilities

• Perform functional tests and analyze the performance and malfunctions of combat and tactical equipment.
• Remove, install, test, maintain, modify, align, and troubleshoot electronic, electrical, mechanical, and hydraulic assemblies, modules, and interconnecting cables.
• Use IFTE, BITE, and break-out boxes to isolate faults, verify operation, and adjust assemblies and modules.
• Repair or replace chassis-mounted components on a Unit Under Test.
• Operate Automatic Test Equipment to isolate faults in LLM electronic modules, circuit cards, and assemblies to the component level.
• Replace faulty components on UUT printed circuit boards and power distribution systems.
• Use oscilloscopes, signal generators, digital multimeters, and other test equipment to locate, diagnose, and repair malfunctions.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility and benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.
• Permanent Change of Station costs may be authorized if payment is determined to be in the best interest of the Florida National Guard.
• A recruitment or relocation incentive may be authorized if payment is determined to be in the best interest of the Florida National Guard.

What This Job Offers

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