Electronic Measurement Equipment Worker

Duties

• Perform routine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair of low-complexity electronic components, missile guidance systems, control systems, and launcher rails.
• Operate both computerized/automated and manual test equipment to diagnose and isolate faults in various missile systems (e.g., Sidewinder, Sparrow, HARM, AMRAAM, and MLRS).
• Assist higher-graded mechanics with complex overhauls, installations, and system alignments at both the component and complete missile assembly levels.
• Fabricate and repair cables, cable harnesses, and circuit cards using specialized shop equipment, soldering tools, and wiring layout diagrams.
• Execute diagnostic test routines using technical manuals, schematics, block diagrams, and engineering work instructions to isolate defective components.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must undergo physical examination and receive favorable results prior to appointment and annually thereafter.
• This is a drug testing designated position (TDP) under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program in accordance with AR 600-85.
• This position is covered under the 1996 Lautenberg Amendment to the Gun Control Act of 1968.
• Required to meet ammunition certification requirements IAW AMC-R 350-4 within one year of employment.
• Required to obtain and maintain solder certification and IPC 620 certification.
• TDY travel required.
• This position is subject to a one year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 11.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.

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 Measurement Equipment Worker ~ without more than normal supervision include removing and replacing defective electronic components, modules or assemblies using electronic test equipment and tools. Following wiring diagrams, schematics or diagrams to test equipment and perform maintenance, trouble shooting, and repair. Work under supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed.
- Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Work involves standing and bending in sometimes awkward positions, occasional climbing and benchwork (sitting) for prolonged periods. Usually handles items from 10 to 40 pounds, but items may occasionally exceed 40 pounds.
• Work is usually done inside in well lighted, heated, and ventilated areas but sometimes works outside
  in various weather conditions. However, may be required to work in adverse conditions in emergency
  situations. Incumbent is exposed to burns, electrical shock, and the possibility of cuts, bruises, and
  burns.

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.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• 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 information sheet.
• This is a Logistics Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
• 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.