ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MECHANIC - TITLE 32

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MECHANIC - TITLE 32, Position Description Number PDD2327000 and is part of the KY 123 AW, National Guard.

This job is open to

• Internal to an agency
  
  Current federal employees of this agency.

Clarification from the agency

Open to:
Area 1B - All current federal employees/technicians within Kentucky Air National Guard (T32 and T5, with permanent, conditional, or indefinite tenure with current Kentucky Air National Guard membership)

Duties

As a ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MECHANIC - TITLE 32, WG-2610-13/14, you will perform maintenance on multi-complex electronic integrated systems. Complete operational checks, inspections, tests, trouble shooting, removal and replacement of LRUs. Isolate unusual malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, tools, and test equipment. Solve complex problems by analyzing installation, circuitry, and operating characteristics of the systems. Adjust and align system sensors, transmitters, amplifiers, power supplies, display devices, controls, transponders, actuators, servos, computers and other related components. Install components into aircraft and perform total systems alignment and harmonization IAW technical orders and directives. Install, modify, overhaul, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, rebuild, align, and calibrate complete electronic avionics multi-systems control. Align, adjust, and perform final calibrations on integrated systems to determine successful repairs. Analyze equipment failure and malfunctions and suggest changes to improve operation. Monitor operation of complex, interrelated systems, analyze operating trends, propose preventative maintenance down time to assure continued operating capability, and recommend components for overhaul or engineering evaluation for disposal. Troubleshoot operational malfunctions and analyze system performance utilizing aircrew debrief data, Technical Orders, schematic and wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, data analysis, and test equipment. Recommend methods to improve equipment performance, technical data, and maintenance procedures by reporting hardware and software malfunctions, initiate material deficiency reports both on equipment and in technical data, and assist in design changes as necessary. Conduct aircrew debriefing to determine the nature of system malfunctions. Document discrepancies and maintenance actions performed. Plan, accomplish, and maintain a functional shop maintenance program. Plan and lay out work to be accomplished in the shop. Estimate manpower, equipment and material requirements. Devise and maintain all program plans and records. Use knowledge of surveillance and troubleshooting techniques to determine maintenance/repair procedures needed. Plan, organize and direct shop maintenance programs/procedures under general supervision. Determine approaches, methods and courses of action required to accomplish the mission of the shop in an effective and efficient manner. Provide recommendations and input to the supervisor concerning personnel actions. Implement safety regulatory requirements. Ensure other workers in the shop wear appropriate safety equipment and follow pertinent safety precautions. Perform other duties as assigned.

A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDD2240P01 and PDD2327000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the KY HRO Staffing Sectionvia email for additional information, ng.ky.kyarng.mbx.hro-technician-staffing@army.mil.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

Military Grades: E5 (SSgt) - E6 (TSgt)

RANK REQUIREMENT:

Member must provide in writing with their application package that they are willing to accept a reduction in rank in order to be qualified for this position, if applicable. Failure to do so will result in disqualification.

Military Requirement:

Completion of an Air Force Seven Skill Level Technical Training School and awarded one of the following compatible Seven Skill Level AFSC:

2A071, 2A374, 2A375, 2A974

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:

You must maintain membership in the Kentucky National Guard.

You must be assigned to a compatible military position.

Wear of the military uniform.

Position may require a pre-employment physical.

May be subject to furlough actions.

May be required to successfully complete a trial period.

Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Must obtain and maintain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation.

Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate a military bonus.

Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility.

This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

Must have the capability to lift, carry, push, or otherwise handle items weighing up to 70 pounds.

Must have the physical capability to stand, climb, walk, bend, crouch, reach, and stoop over extended periods of time.

Must possess a valid state driver's license to operate government motor vehicles in accordance with Air Force and Air National Guard Vehicle Operations Directives.

Must complete the hazmat certification within six months of employment and complete hazmat recertification every two years.

This position is developmental: Incumbent may be non-competitively promoted to the next higher grade upon completion of an Individual Development Plan (IDP), award of the compatible 7-skill level AFSC, meeting time in grade requirements, and recommendation for promotion by supervisor.

Qualifications

MINIMUM REQUIREMENT:

Experience that demonstrates the basic knowledge of electronic theories and practices to identify, isolate and repair malfunctions in integrated systems. Experience with relative principles such as digital and analog circuits, electro-mechanical devices, solid state devices, digital techniques, synchro/servo operation and integrated circuit theory. Experience interpreting and tracing schematics, logic and wiring diagrams and using a wide variety of test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment (TMDE).

FOR THE WG-13:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

Must have at least 12 months experience working as an Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic (WG-2610-12) and must possess the craftsmen knowledge and skills level required to install, modify, overhaul, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, align, calibrate, and rebuild multi-system avionics complexes. Experience completing operational checks, inspections, tests, trouble shooting, removal and replacement of systems and components. Experience isolating malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, tools, and test equipment. Experience maintaining, modifying, calibrating, and inspecting user test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment. Experience performing installations, modifications, overhauling, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, rebuilding, aligning, and calibrating complete electronic avionics multi-system controls. Experience evaluating operational characteristics of integrated systems by observing and analyzing waveforms, voltage, current, power indications, computer registers and printouts. Experience analyzing malfunctions encountered through fault codes, determining repair sequence process and performing required repairs. Experience performing alignments, adjustments, and conducting calibrations on integrated systems.

FOR THE WG-14:

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:

Must have at least 24 months experience working as an Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic (WG-2610-13) and must possess the craftsmen knowledge and skills level as required for planning, accomplishing, and maintaining a functional shop maintenance program. Experience that demonstrates the ability to plan and complete assigned mechanic shop work. Experience estimating manpower, equipment and material requirements involved to finish assigned work or special projects. Experience devising and maintaining all program plans and records. Experience delivering surveillance and troubleshooting techniques. Experience independently determining levels of maintenance and necessary repair procedures. Experience planning, organizing, and directing shop maintenance programs/procedures. Experience determining various approaches, methods, and courses-of-action required to effectively and efficiently accomplish the mission work. Experience providing recommendations to supervisors in regard to personnel actions, such as performance appraisals, awards, position descriptions changes, disciplinary actions, or leave requests. Experience implementing environmental safety requirements and identifying equipment handling concerns that resulted in observed safety and housekeeping practices. Experience wearing the appropriate safety equipment and following pertinent safety precautions.

EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Resume must have complete dates, work schedule, and/or hours worked per week for both civilian and military employment. (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only and unspecified work schedule will result in disqualification. Each applicant must fully substantiate -in their own words- that they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above in detail; otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. Do NOT copy and paste from the vacancy announcement or the position description. Also, make sure the applicant's name is on every document submitted, otherwise it will NOT be considered.

Education

Completion of at least one military professional education course program.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (http://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

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How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Ability To Lead or Supervise, Ability To Use and Maintain Tools and Equipment, Ability To Use Hand and Power Tools - Electronics, Ability To: Inspect, Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc., Theory of Electronics, Trouble Shooting, and Trouble shooting (Electronic Equipment)

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  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
  
  1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) of employment and duties performed.
  
  2. Other supporting documents:
  
  Proof of completion of military professional education course program
  
  
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  
  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
  schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  
  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
  
  To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12473713
  
  A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
  
  To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
  
  Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  
  After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
  
  You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
  
  To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (http://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: http://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  James McFarland
  
  Phone
  
  502-413-4481
  
  Email
  
  james.mcfarland.2@us.af.mil
  
  Address
  
  KY 123 AW
  
  1101 GRADE LANE
  
  LOUISVILLE, KY 40213
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
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  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

1. Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (including Month and Year, Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) of employment and duties performed.

2. Other supporting documents:

Proof of completion of military professional education course program


If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12473713

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (http://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: http://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

James McFarland

Phone

502-413-4481

Email

james.mcfarland.2@us.af.mil

Address

KY 123 AW

1101 GRADE LANE

LOUISVILLE, KY 40213

US

Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request