Electronics Technician

United States Space Force • Patrick AFB, FL

33d • Onsite

About The Position

Summary Purpose of position is to provide logistics technical advice/guidance to the installation and conduct oversight/surveillance/validation of contractor performance are compliant with requirements identified in Performance Work Statement in support of the Delta, mission goal and objectives. Click "Learn more about this agency" below to view Eligibilities being considered & other IMPORTANT information. Duties Serves as Electronic Technician Expert for highly complex, real-time critical system at the Eastern Range for manned and unmanned space launch as well as other range, missile, and rocket operations. Provides technical expertise in operation and maintenance of complex and sophisticated systems and equipment. System Support Expert. Acts as expert technical consultant to determine whether systems are operationally acceptable and safe within recommended guidelines. Provides technical guidance, training and assistance to other technicians and conducts on-the-job (OJT) training to apprentices in all phases of work.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret clearance.
• Must be able to distinguish colors and shades of colors.
• Use of both arms and legs are required.
• Requires CPR certification and annual occupational exam and the wear of prescribed aural protection device.
• Indoor and outdoor work at equipment sites requires frequent walking, kneeling, bending, prolonged standing, working in strained and uncomfortable positions, and lifting/carrying moderate (15-44 lbs).
• This position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Program.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial aircraft in the performance of TDY assignments.
• May be required to work overtime on an unscheduled or emergency basis.
• Subject to shift work, overtime, telephone, and pager standby (on-call) and/or may be required to work an uncommon tour of duty.
• Outdoor work sometimes performed in inclement weather or limited light conditions.
• As a condition of employment, the employee must meet certification requirements found in the RAWS Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP).
• The employee is required to maintain proficiency certification on an annual basis and is subject to validation of training certifications via the Quality Assurance evaluation program.
• A pre-employment physical is required.
• Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-08 or NJ-02 broadband, or equivalent in other pay systems.
• Knowledge of Eastern Range launch mission systems and procedures with the ability to operate in high stress environment.
• In-depth knowledge of a wide range of electronic principles, theories, methods, and engineering tech design details, operating functions and test philosophies associated with mission communications equipment systems and sub-systems for launch operations.
• Detailed knowledge of a wide range of electronic principles and practices, operation parameters, capabilities, and limitations of electronic systems associated with air traffic control and weather radar equipment; and of systems and component design, capabilities, configurations, limitations, and functional operation; and of various types of electronic logic.
• Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and practices.
• Skill in the interpretation of technical data such as drawings, schematics, blueprints, and specifications of complete electronic systems.
• Skill in analyzing problems in integrated/interfacing systems involving numerous complex circuits.
• Skill in using complex electronic and electromechanical test and measuring equipment using integrated test functions for different purposes.
• Ability to modify procedures, adapt equipment or techniques, and make departures from previous approaches to solve technical problems or improve system performance for highly complex electronic systems.
• Ability to trace electronics logic from one system to another.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships to represent the organization in a professional manner.
• Ability to use computer terminal to enter and extract data to maintain records and document actions.
• Knowledge of computer operating systems programs, e.g., Unix, Linux, Sun Solaris; network types; network topologies; transport devices e.g., hubs routers, switches; and data communications equipment.
• Ability to receive recurring training to update knowledge of systems and procedures.
• Detailed knowledge of procedures for storage and handling of hazardous materials.

Nice To Haves

• Two full years of graduate education or a master's degree meets the requirements for GS-09.

Responsibilities

• Serves as Electronic Technician Expert for highly complex, real-time critical system at the Eastern Range for manned and unmanned space launch as well as other range, missile, and rocket operations.
• Provides technical expertise in operation and maintenance of complex and sophisticated systems and equipment.
• Acts as expert technical consultant to determine whether systems are operationally acceptable and safe within recommended guidelines.
• Provides technical guidance, training and assistance to other technicians and conducts on-the-job (OJT) training to apprentices in all phases of work.

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: Associate degree