AIRCRAFT ELECTRICIAN (TITLE 32)

Duties

As a AIRCRAFT ELECTRICIAN (TITLE 32) with the Texas National Guard, your duties will include, but will not be limited to:

• Performs functional tests, analyzes performance and troubleshoots the electronic, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical functions of the subsystems integrated into the digital brake/antiskid system, maintenance annunciation panel (MAP) system of the integrated main generator, standby generator, emergency generator, flight control power, AC/DC power distribution and sub-systems integrated into the electronic/electrical and environmental systems. Interprets analog and digital operational and output characteristics and results from the Maintenance Annunciation Panel (M.A.P.), onboard computers, aircrew debriefings and specialized test equipment. The electrical system includes the electrical power generation and distribution system, the fire detection and extinguishing system, the ice and rain protection system, the landing gear system, the interior and exterior lighting system, the oxygen generation and distribution system, and the auxiliary power system.
• Removes, repairs, calibrates, installs, aligns, inspects, and conducts operational performance checkouts on the components of the electronic/electrical and environmental systems. Analyzes malfunctions using schematics, logic and wiring diagrams, computer data, and factory drawings. Diagnoses circuit operating characteristics using on-board computer, special test equipment and laptop computers to isolates problems to the failing component. Removes and replaces components or assemblies down to the lowest level authorized by depot. Performs organizational and intermediate level maintenance modifications as required. Performs recurring inspections and system tests of the life support and the electronic/electrical and environmental system to certify aircraft are ready for flight. Modifies and updates electrical and environmental support equipment according to applicable technical publications. Maintains and operates various types of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, diagnostic computers, digital and analog multi-meters, constant speed drive test stands, voltmeters, ammeters, etc. Performs precise and advanced wiring maintenance procedures on aircraft. Utilizes computer data and specialized test equipment to interpret equipment analog/digital operational characteristics to isolate malfunctions in the appropriate sub-systems. Interprets electronic terms and symbols, and applies a variety of electronic formulas.
• Provides technical guidance, advice and/or assistance to other work centers on the interrelationship of electronic/electrical and environmental systems and their respective system, to include flight controls, offensive fire control radar, weapon release, communications, hydraulic, fuel, engine and egress.
• Processes and accounts for supply assets in the repairable processing system to maintain aircraft records, inspection records, and equipment maintenance in computer systems (CAMS). Documents maintenance actions and man-hour expenditures on maintenance forms and computer systems. Clears Red X symbols on maintenance forms as authorized, and performs electronic/electrical and environmental system debriefing of aircrews. Recommends methods (AFTO Form 22) to improve equipment performance and maintenance procedures, i.e., data corrections to correct software or technical order deficiencies. Processes and accounts for due-in-from maintenance (DIFM) supply assets.
• Inspects, tests and performs operative maintenance on cryogenic and gaseous oxygen and nitrogen servicing equipment. Is able to provide a thorough inspection of the complete electronic/electrical and environmental, and other systems, of the aircraft during special and phase inspections.
• Provides on-the-job training to lower grade personnel concerning repair of the electronic/electrical and environmental equipment, aircraft system line replaceable units (LRUs), and aircraft electrical/environmental systems. Also provides on-the-job training (OJT) for newly assigned personnel.
• Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations such as Operational Readiness inspections (ORI), Inspector General (IG) inspections, Unit Effectiveness Inspections and mobility and command support exercises. May be required to perform additional duties such as aircraft crew chief, hydrazine response, aircraft or equipment decontamination, structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operator, maintenance of facilities and equipment, or serve as a member of a team to assist local authorities with natural disasters or civil emergencies.
• Complies with safety, fire, security, and housekeeping regulations. Ensures that material, equipment and components are properly stored, protected and maintained.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

Appointment Factor(s): This is an Excepted Service position that requires active membership in a compatible military assignment in the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and wear of the military uniform.

Areas of Consideration: Nationwide. This includes:

• All currently employed full-time permanent, indefinite and temporary personnel of the Texas National Guard,
• All current members of the Texas National Guard, and
• All individuals eligible for membership in the Texas Air National Guard.

Remarks:

• The Texas National Guard is an Equal Opportunity employer.
• Indefinite position which may convert to Permanent at a later date without further competition.
• Veterans' preference is not applicable to this position.
• Direct deposit is mandatory.
• This is a Bargaining Unit position.
• Texas Air National Guard Membership is required.
• Trial period required (see additional information)

Military Requirements :
For Dual-Status Technician positions service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required.

Military skill set is determined by AFSC/MOS requirements. Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military AFSC/MOS in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the AFSC/MOS.

AFSC: Trainees Accepted
Military Grades: E-3/A1C not to exceed E-5/SSgt

Qualifications

In describing your experience in your resume, please be clear and specific. Assumptions regarding your experience will not be made.

To be considered for qualification, your resume must include relevant experience with beginning and ending dates of employment/experience reflecting the following:

Specialized Experience :

To qualify at the WG-11 grade level your resume must include relevant experience with beginning and ending dates of employment experience reflecting experience or training installing, maintaining, repairing and modifying electrical systems and major substation components of electrical system. Experience diagnosing malfunctions and determining remedy when complex relationships exists among different electrical system circuits requiring knowledge of all electrical units and systems. Experience making electrical repairs that require the use of precision measuring equipment and common hand tools. Experience in the setup and operation of computerized multiple circuit analyzing equipment in manual, semiautomatic, or automatic mode to run existing and new (not fully debugged) diagnostic programs to test and analyze aircraft electrical circuitry and interconnecting cabling of systems such as navigational computers, radar, and related equipment and to repair discrepancies.

Additional information

Trial Period:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to serve a 1- 2 trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

- your performance and conduct;

- the needs and interests of the agency;

- whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and

- whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Other Requirements:

• For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
• For positions requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.