SUPERVISORY ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN (RAWS)

Duties

Plans, organizes, and directs the activities of RAWS maintenance, ensuring that assigned equipment maintenance complies with regulatory requirements and meets customer needs.

Exercises supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Advises and provides counsel to employees regarding policies, procedures, and directives of management.

Represents (the organization) with a variety of installation and functional area organizations. Establishes, develops, and maintains effective working relationships with Federal Aviation Administrations (FAA), National Weather Service (NWS), Air Force Flight Standards Agency (AFFSA) and other DoD agencies supporting the mission.

When workload demands installs, modifies, tests, repairs, overhauls, calibrates, maintains, and verifies/certifies performance of complex integrated and interfacing electronic systems.

Determines when the systems are operational or when to remove them from operation for repair or troubleshooting. Utilizes safety practices and procedures and control tools.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required; Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov; This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program; Disclosure of Political Appointments
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted) you are selected for, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period OR 2-year trial period.
• Upon completion of your probationary/trial period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.
• May be required to be qualified to drive government motor vehicles and qualify for flightline driving qualification. A valid state driver's is required for this position. Must be able to distinguish colors and shades of colors.
• Indoor and outdoor work at equipment sites (on and off base) may require frequent walking, kneeling, bending, prolonged standing, working in strained uncomfortable positions, frequent crouching in restricted areas. CONT
• Plus, lifting/carrying heavy items weighing 50 pounds or more such as test equipment and replacement parts RAWS. Use of both arms and legs is required. Requires annual occupational exam and the wear of prescribed aural protection device.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance; Requires CPR certification.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft. Requires recurring training to update knowledge of systems and procedures.
• Outdoor work sometimes performed in inclement weather or limited light conditions. Potential exists for injuries such as electric shock, cuts and bruises, as well as burns caused by electrical or RF energy and soldering equipment.
• May be required to frequent climbing of towers up to 200 foot and tall ladders while using safety-climbing devices is required. Working in areas where footing can be treacherous such as antenna tower platforms. CONT
• Climbing of towers and ladders while using safety-climbing devices is required. Subject to shift work, overtime, telephone and pager standby (on call), call back and may be required to work an uncommon tour of duty.
• As a condition of employment, the employee must meet certification requirements found in the RAWS Career Field Education and Training Plan (CFETP). CONT
• The employee is required to maintain proficiency certification on an annual basis and is subject to validation of training certifications via the Quality Assurance evaluation program.
• This position is designated as a key position IAW AFI 36-507. Duties of this position are essential to the accomplishment of wartime/contingency operations. CONT
• Incumbents of key positions must be removed from their military recall status if alternative for filling of the position during an emergency are not available.
• This is a Mission Essential position performing a Mission Critical Function which must continue uninterrupted after the occurrence of an emergency and continued through full resumption of all functions. CONT
• IAW, DoDI 3020-42, Defense Continuity Programs. This is drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
• "This is a Supervisory Position." A 1-year supervisory probationary period is required if applicant selected has not previously met this requirement.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, .

BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Click for IOR's.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of a wide range of electronic principles and practices Digital Airport Surveillance Radar (DASRAN/GPN-30); Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System (STARS-AN/FSQ-204); Next Generation Weather Radar System (NEXRAD-WSD-88D); Mono-pulse Secondary Surveillance Radar, (MSSR); FMQ-19 or 23 Weather System; GRC, GRT, and GRR, CM-300, and URC-200 Radio Systems; FCS-127 ETVS; GSH-74 DALR; associated support equipment, and any systems purchased to replace the aforementioned equipment. Knowledge of a wide range of electronic principles and practices, operating parameters, capabilities, and limitations of electronic systems associated with air traffic control and weather radar equipment; and of systems and component design, capabilities, configurations, limitations, and functional operation; and of various types of electronics logic. Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and practices and ability to operate safely.
FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in- grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of a wide range of electronic principles and practices Digital Airport Surveillance Radar (DASRAN/GPN-30); Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System (STARS-AN/FSQ-204); Next Generation Weather Radar System (NEXRAD-WSD-88D); Mono-pulse Secondary Surveillance Radar, (MSSR); FMQ-19 or 23 Weather System; GRC, GRT, and GRR, CM-300, and URC-200 Radio Systems; FCS-127 ETVS; GSH-74 DALR; associated support equipment, and any systems purchased to replace the aforementioned equipment.
2. Knowledge of a wide range of electronic principles and practices, operating parameters, capabilities, and limitations of electronic systems associated with air traffic control and weather radar equipment; and of systems and component design, capabilities, configurations, limitations, and functional operation; and of various types of electronics logic.
3. Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and practices and ability to operate safely. Skill in the interpretation of technical data such as drawings, schematics, blueprints, and specifications of complete electronic systems and in-depth knowledge of various types of electronics logic and the ability to trace that logic from one system to another; skill in using complex electronic and electromechanical test and measuring equipment using integrated test functions for different purposes.
4. Ability to modify standard procedures, adapt equipment or techniques, and make departures from previous approaches to solve technical problems or improve system performance for highly complex electronic systems; to trace electronics logic from one system to another; and to establish and maintain effective working relationships to represent the organization in a professional manner.
5. Ability to use computer terminals to enter and extract data to maintain records and document actions. Knowledge of computer operating systems programs, e.g. Unix, Linux, Sun Solaris; network types; network topologies; transport devices e.g. hubs, routers, switches; and data communications equipment.
6. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium sized organization and ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Additional information

Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click . To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.

Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click for more information.

120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.

Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected at the full performance level and placed at the full performance level. You must include a completed copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click to obtain a copy of the Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.

Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.

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Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. The law made taxable certain reimbursements and other payments, including driving mileage, airfare and lodging expenses, en-route travel to the new duty station, and temporary storage of those items. The Federal Travel Regulation Bulletin (FTR) 18-05 issued by General Services Administration (GSA) has authorized agencies to use the Withholding Tax Allowance (WTA) and Relocation Income Tax Allowance (RITA) to pay for "substantially all" of the increased tax liability resulting from the "2018 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act" for certain eligible individuals. For additional information on WTA/RITA allowances and eligibilities please click . Subsequently, FTR Bulletin 20-04 issued by GSA, provides further information regarding NDAA FY2020, Public Law 116-92, and the expansion of eligibility beyond "transferred" for WTA/RITA allowances. For additional information, please click .