Avionics Technician

Test Equipment Technician

This position is responsible for diagnosing faults and repair actions to restore Line Replaceable Units (LRUs), Shop Replaceable Units (SRUs), Test Measurement & Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE), Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) and special purpose test equipment to an operational condition.

A sample of the duties include but are not limited to:

• Diagnose faults in the test stations and Test Program Sets (TPS).
• Take required repair actions to restore electronic units or test stations, multi-conductor cables and wiring harnesses to fully operational and serviceable status in accordance with Work Control Documents (WCDs).
• Assist in the validation/verification process to identify and determine faults inserted in the new TPS prior to acceptance.
• Review and interpret schematics, blueprints, and technical manuals in the performance of repair, troubleshooting, and technical analysis duties for reparable units and test stations.
• Access the Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEM) technical baseline and/or JEDMICS to obtain the latest drawings, parts lists, mechanical drawings, and technical specifications.
• Work directly with OEM's point of contact to ensure the highest possible accuracy in the information database for technical advice.
• Use a variety of standard Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE), e.g., distortion analyzers, frequency counters, multi-meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and voltmeters in support of technical and repair services.
• Perform self-devised, supplemental fault or technical analysis routines when failures are beyond the scope of automated diagnostics program Test Program Sets (TPS) to isolate the faulty components.
• Train government personnel in the proper use of self-devised, supplemental fault or technical analysis techniques.
• Perform in-depth analysis: of test software and recommend specific corrective actions.
• Assist in prototype and first article testing to ensure the government receives a fully functional TPS that identifies faults quickly and accurately.
• Perform in-depth technical analysis to resolve issues pertaining to technical problems on specified weapons systems.
• Set up and operate equipment used in the fabrication of printed circuit boards, cables, and other higher-level assemblies.
• Certify the condition of assets prior to shipment.
• Repair, modify, troubleshoot, calibrate, align, and operate automatic test stations.

Education - Technical school degree/certificate (electronic/electrical preferred)

Experience - Eight (8) years' experience with the testing and repair of electronic LRUs and SRUs of which four (4) years' experience in the testing, troubleshooting, and repairing of faults in Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) and Test Program Sets (TPS). Must be physically able to perform duties and responsibilities of the classification. Must be able to work with required materials without debilitating irritation to skin, eyes or respiratory system while wearing the required personal protective equipment.

License, Cert or Registration - Must have a valid state driver's license when required by job assignment and must obtain a valid government driver's license when required by job assignment. Must obtain a valid commercial driver's license (CDL) to include hazardous material endorsement when required by job assignment. Must obtain the level of Industrial Security Clearance required by the Government.

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