ELECTRONIC TECHNICIAN I

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

An Electronic Technician I (ET I) provides technical support required to maintain simulators and related training devices. An ET I shall have demonstrated competence through satisfactory progressive performance as an electronic technician. An ET I is fully qualified, training, and knowledgeable in the support, maintenance, and operation of training devices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Apply basic knowledge and experience to solve training device problems, including those that are typically able to be solved solely by reference to maintenance manuals or similar documents.
• Proficiently use and operate test equipment to perform pre- and post-operational tests on installed equipment.
• Perform preventative maintenance using preventative maintenance cards and instruction books.
• Document discrepancies using reporting forms.
• Diagnose and isolate malfunctions in electronic systems.
• Align, adjust, and calibrate installed training devices.
• Interpret mechanical, hydraulic, electrical and electronic schematics and prepare simplified versions.
• Perform calibrations, adjustments, and tests on electronic equipment.
• Analyze operation, verify discrepancies, isolate malfunctions and replace defective components used in installed devices.
• Use diagnostic programs, interpret results, and use program listings to isolate faults.
• Repair micro/miniature printed circuit boards, electro/mechanical systems and electronic control loading systems and computer-generated sound systems.
• Perform daily system readiness test, pre-operational and post-operational checkouts.
• Work effectively and productively in a team environment.
• Work independently, with normal supervision.
• Communicate effectively and exhibit interpersonal skills.
• Proficiently utilize Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Other duties and requirements as identified and/or prescribed to meet program requirements.

Minimum two (2) years electronic maintenance experience or graduation from a two (2) year electronic technician resident course at an accredited technical institute. Electronic maintenance experience and education may be substituted for the above requirements if deemed equivalent by the Government.

• Of the two (2) years requisite repair experience, an ET I shall have demonstrated experience and competence in at least four (4) of the following areas:
  • Computer system interfaces
  • Video display systems
  • Digital-to-analog conversion
  • Acoustic simulation\
  • Digital interface experience
  • High density cable and plug repair
  • High frequency and ultra-high frequency transceiver operation & repair
• Additionally, the Electronic Technician shall have demonstrated experience and competence in at least three (3) of the following areas:
  • Solid state power supplies
  • High voltage deflection amplifiers repair
  • Magnetic tape drive repair
  • High frequency transmitter repair
  • Computer output ports, serial and parallel
  • Sonar repair experience
  • Laser disk player experience
  • Performing preventative and corrective maintenance on TS/E
  • Other requirements as assigned and/ or prescribed in the (your) site-specific appendices.

Supervisory Responsibilities
None

Security Responsibilities

• Obtain and maintain (if required) a DoD Personnel Security Clearance.
• Must comply with all company Information Systems security policies and procedures.
• Obtain and maintain (if required) Security+ certification
• May be responsible for proper classification and marking of all information and materials. Employee shall not divulge any information or afford access to other employees not having a need-to-know authorization. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. Will be required to execute company non-disclosure agreement prior to access to any controlled information.

Language Skills
Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language. Must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret the complex word and technical documents/diagrams. Must be able to effectively communicate orally and in writing and work effectively as part of a team.

Reasoning Ability and Mathematical Skills
Must be able to analyze problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. An ability to interpret complex customer requirements and attitudes from verbal, non-verbal, and written communication is desirable. Must be able to calculate figures and numbers, and percentages and be able to draw and interpret graphs. Ability to read and understand electrical schematics and drawings.

Work Environment and Physical Demands
The work environment and physical characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential
functions.

• Must be able to lift and/or move at least 50 pounds.
• Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladders.
• Must be able to accommodate confined spaces.
• Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top or under equipment.
• Must be able to detect odors, noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect discrepancies of malfunctioning equipment.
• Must be able to distinguish colors.
• Must be able to perform Domestic and International travel as required.
• Shop floor environment.
• Will be working in areas with risk of injury from electrical applications, moving mechanical parts, hydraulic, or pneumatic systems under pressure and electrical motion systems.
• May be exposed to conditions of extreme heat, airborne particles, and loud noises

This contractor and subcontractor shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors take affirmative action to employ and advance in employment individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.