Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic

Duties
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• Determine the nature and scope of repairs, adjustments, and/or replacement of electronic missile components
• Conduct repairs on complete missile systems including various guidance units, control section assemblies, and the electrical interfaces between the nosecone and control section.
• Reassemble major components of electronic missile systems including the installation of Modification Work Orders (MWOs)
• Conduct tests to fault isolate failure modes
• Test major components of missiles using system peculiar or special test equipment to ensure proper functioning
• Adjust/calibrate electronic test equipment to ensure that all defects have been corrected.
• Fabricate and/or modify electronic testing equipment for special purposes
• Repair missile system test consoles and other electronic equipment used in the repair of missile systems
• Trace circuits by reference to detailed diagrams in order to secure information on current flow
• Decan missiles using specially designed handling equipment
• Recan missiles and components (explosive, electrical and electronic) ensuring all are properly grounded
• Ensure all explosive and industrial safety precautions are adhered to during missile maintenance operations
• Use diagnostic logic to identify and isolate malfunctions and/or components of missiles not conforming within acceptable operational parameters
• Determine malfunctions by interpreting data and communication generated from electronic data banks
• Check circuits, voltage regulators, and other electronic components when components/systems fail the test series

Requirements
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Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Incumbent must undergo a physical examination and receive favorable results prior to appointment and annually thereafter
• This position has critical safety or security responsibilities and as such has been designated as a testing designated position (TDP). Incumbent is subject to a random drug test.
• This position is covered by the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968. Persons convicted of a misdemeanor or felony crime of domestic violence are not eligible for this position
• Incumbent may be required to lift items in excess of 45 lbs
• Must wear protective clothing and use safety equipment when handling hazardous materials and explosives
• Incumbent is required to meet ammunition certification requirements IAW AMC-R 350-4 within one year of appointment

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision. Provide assistance on test equipment maintenance, trouble shooting, and repair of explosive, ignition, propulsive and electronics systems with the use of hand and power tools. Perform inspection by using measuring/inspection tools by following procedures and applying operational test methods of functional test equipment. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Work assignments require light to moderate physical effort. Frequently handles items weighing from 10 to 40 pounds and occasionally is required to lift items in excess of 45 pounds. Work requires standing, stooping, bending, and lifting in handling, pulling, and pushing of missile and dollies. Incumbent must pass physical examination for positions involving hazardous propellants and explosives.
• Work is performed inside of shops that are adequately heated, lighted, and ventilated or at site where weather elements such as heat, cold, or rain are a factor. Is exposed to serious burns or other accidents from working on high voltage electronic equipment and is also subject to possible exposure to radio frequency radiation. Must also wear protective clothing and use safety equipment when handling hazardous materials and explosives.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• One year trial/probationary period may be required.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
• This is a Logistics Functional Community position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest.
• NFFE Local 1442 Union