Electronics Technician (Acoustics Systems)

United States Fleet Forces Command • Kings Bay, GA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

You will serve as a ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN (ACOUSTICS SYSTEMS) in the CCS Test Director & Tech MGT Branch (Code R741), Weapons Repair Department (Code R700) of TRIREFFAC KINGS BAY. Duties You will provide technical authority for the troubleshooting and resolution of complex software, hardware, and systems management problems across a wide range of submarine acoustic systems. You will cover all associated hardware, including handling systems, patch panels, onboard trainers, and the back-end processors and servers that drive these systems. You will diagnose and analyze complex system deviant performance, performing systematic root cause analysis to identify foundational issues, tracking fault resolution efforts, and developing alternatives for resolution. You will oversee, contribute, and author development of acoustic sensor system test scenarios, plans, and procedures to be accomplished under time constraints.

Requirements

• Must be a US Citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service.
• You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
• This position will require deploying on a submarine or riding surface craft.
• Employee must be able to retain radiological qualifications.
• This is a Cyberspace Workforce position, 441- NETWORK OPERATIONS SPEC, proficiency level INTERMEDIATE the incumbent is required to obtain and maintain qualifications in DoDM 8140.03 Cyber Workforce Qualification and Department of Navy policies.
• At least one year of Specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
• Experience in providing technical direction and applying expert knowledge in Acoustics.
• Experience in SONAR and Towed & Hull Mounted Array systems to include electrical and mechanical experience.
• Experience in familiarization in the operation and maintenance of all acoustic systems for SSN/SSGN/SSBN submarines.
• Experience in data collection, failure analysis and metric development for the purpose of troubleshooting and technical assistance for shipboard installed systems.
• Experience in testing and technical support for submarine installed acoustic inboard and outboard electronics.
• Experience with digital computer systems and their interfacing subsystems; developed working relationships with both in-agency and out-of-agency technical experts and stakeholder.

Nice To Haves

• Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees.
• A relocation incentive may be authorized.
• Other hiring managers filling similar positions may offer relocation expense reimbursement and/or may offer recruitment incentives for new employees, depending on funding availability and in accordance with policy.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical authority for the troubleshooting and resolution of complex software, hardware, and systems management problems across a wide range of submarine acoustic systems.
• Cover all associated hardware, including handling systems, patch panels, onboard trainers, and the back-end processors and servers that drive these systems.
• Diagnose and analyze complex system deviant performance, performing systematic root cause analysis to identify foundational issues, tracking fault resolution efforts, and developing alternatives for resolution.
• Oversee, contribute, and author development of acoustic sensor system test scenarios, plans, and procedures to be accomplished under time constraints.

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.
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What This Job Offers

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