Supervisory Electronics Technician

U.S. Pacific Fleet • Everett, WA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Supervisory Electronics Technician serves in the Fleet Technical Support Division, Code 210.2, Engineering and Planning Department, at PSNS and IMF in Everett, Washington. The position supervises branch employees, including military personnel and GS-12 and GS-11 Mechanical Engineering Technicians and Electrical and/or Electronics Technicians. It provides technical and administrative guidance and assessment of complex ship systems and overall ship readiness and capability, investigating problems related to maintenance and modernization and recommending corrective actions.

The technician manages direct fleet support, including distant support and onboard technical support when necessary. The role supports pre- and post-deployment Total Ship Readiness Assessment (TSRA) or Command, Control, Communications, Computer and Combat Systems (C5RA) visits to assess equipment condition and safety and recommend repairs. The position receives technical assistance requests from Commands, Regional Maintenance Centers, Forces Afloat, and shore-based activities, determines which can be addressed, and sets priorities.

The position may require travel from the normal duty station to locations in the continental United States and overseas, including remote or isolated sites. Travel may involve extended periods on military or commercial aircraft. The role may also require an uncommon work tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays, overtime, night differential, or unusual duty hours. It involves exposure to high noise levels.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-12 grade level or pay band in federal service, or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
• Specialized experience providing technical and administrative guidance and assessment of complex ship systems and overall ship readiness and capability, including investigating, analyzing, and recommending corrective action for maintenance and modernization problems involving shipboard machinery and systems.
• Must be a U.S. citizen.
• Must be determined suitable for federal employment.
• Must participate in the direct deposit pay program.
• New Department of the Navy employees must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check.
• Current federal employees applying for GS jobs generally must meet the one-year time-in-grade requirement by the announcement closing date.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance before entering on duty.
• Must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time.
• Must review the 14 General Principles of Ethical Conduct at 5 CFR 2635.101.
• The position may require travel to CONUS and OCONUS locations, including remote or isolated sites.

Responsibilities

• Supervise branch employees, including military personnel and GS-12 and GS-11 Mechanical Engineering Technicians and Electrical and/or Electronics Technicians.
• Plan work, set priorities, and approve work schedules prepared by subordinates.
• Assign work based on priorities, the nature of the assignment, and employees’ capabilities.
• Develop new position descriptions as required and develop ranking factors for job announcements and vacancies.
• Identify employees’ developmental training needs and take appropriate steps to provide training.
• Manage direct fleet support using distant support and onboard technical support when necessary.
• Support pre- and post-deployment TSRA or C5RA visits to assess equipment condition and safety and recommend repairs.
• Receive technical assistance requests from Commands, Regional Maintenance Centers, Forces Afloat, and shore-based activities; determine which requests can be accomplished and establish priorities.
• Investigate, analyze, and recommend corrective actions for problems related to maintenance and modernization of shipboard machinery and systems, and assess complex ship systems and overall ship readiness and capability.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available to eligible employees and their families; specific eligibility depends on position type and employment status.

What This Job Offers

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