ELECTRONICS MECHANIC (Title 32)

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THIS IS A TITLE 32 DUAL STATUS POSITION

DUTY LOCATION: Theater Aviation Sustainment Maintenance Group (TASMG), Groton, CT

AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION:

Area 1: All currently employed full-time permanent and indefinite personnel of the CTARNG.

Area 2: All currently employed full-time temporary technician personnel and all current traditional members of the CTARNG.

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Duties

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This position is located within TASMG Projects and may be extended or terminated at the discretion of the TASMG Commander.

JOB SUMMARY: The purpose of the position is to perform repair, maintenance, modification, overhaul and installation of a variety of moderately complex electronics equipment.

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. This is an excepted position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Connecticut Army National Guard.

The major duties include, but are not limited to:

• Repairs, inspects, maintains, modifies, overhauls and installs a variety of avionics electronics equipment of moderate complexity of design, construction, and function.
• Diagnoses equipment malfunctions and troubleshoots components, assemblies or subassemblies.
• When designated on NGB Flying Status Orders, serves as member of flight crew for the purpose of diagnosing and recording malfunctions, or otherwise determining maintenance and repair requirements.
• Guides lower level mechanics in the performance of duties.
• Processes and accounts for due-in supply assets.

WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is performed inside in well-lighted, heated and ventilated areas or on the aircraft in restricted places, where conditions of heat or cold may occur. Occasionally works outside in inclement weather. Subject to injuries such as electrical shock, cuts and bruises, as well as burns caused by electrical or radio frequency energy, or by soldering irons. Works in high noise environment.

PHYSICAL EFFORT: Physical effort involves lifting components and equipment, also working in tiring and uncomfortable positions. Items lifted generally weigh up to 40 pounds. Assistance is usually available with heavier items. Frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, and stooping is required.

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Conditions of employment

• National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• Must meet Compatible Military Assignment within one year from placement.
• Wear of the military uniform is mandatory.
• Direct Deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret security clearance.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience or training which demonstrates the applicants knowledge of electrical or electronic theory, knowledge of common testing procedures, skill in the use of hand tools of the electronics trade, and skill in reading schematics.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Your resume and any other supporting documentation you wish to provide must clearly substantiate you currently possess 6, 12 or 18 months of specialized experience in the following:

WG-05 REQUIRES 6 MONTHS:

• Experience or training in performing simple mechanical installations and adjustments.
• Experience which demonstrates the applicant's ability to recognize obvious malfunctions.
• Experience using common hand tools.
• Experience that demonstrates the ability to follow written instructions.

WG-08 REQUIRES 12 MONTHS:

• Experience or training in utilizing principles, basic functions and application of theory of electronic systems or equipment.
• Experience in diagnosing problems and determining needed repairs for malfunctions in electronic equipment or systems.
• Experience in using hand tools, power tools and gauges to make intricate repairs.
• Experience in using diagnostic and testing equipment.
• Experience which demonstrates the ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, and publications.

WG-10 REQUIRES 18 MONTHS:

• Experience or training in utilizing principles, basic functions and application of theory of electronic systems or equipment.
• Experience in diagnosing problems and determining needed repairs for malfunctions in electronic equipment or systems.
• Experience in making mechanical repairs that required the use of precision measuring and calibrating equipment.
• Experience in using complex test equipment such as deviation meters, complex special test panels, etc.
• Experience which demonstrates the ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, and publications.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of operating electronic principles such as micro-miniaturized digital and solid state integrated circuits, transistors, diodes, antennas, signal transmission, oscillation, and amplification.
• Knowledge of standard troubleshooting techniques in order to troubleshoot and repair malfunctions where circuit theory must be used to understand the operation, not only of individual circuits but also the interaction of other circuits.
• Skill in determining repair procedures and parts required to complete repair work.
• Ability to use special and common hand tools, power tools and gauges to complete repairs and modifications.
• Skill in reading and applying technical manuals and bulletins, work orders, customary trade practices, and electronics drawings and schematics for guidance in completing diagnostic and troubleshooting tasks.
• Knowledge of the Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS) and other publications or directives as may be applicable to the function.
• Skill in using a variety of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, frequency counter, signal generators, voltmeters, multimeters and specialized test sets to diagnose and troubleshoot malfunctions.
• Knowledge of aircraft electrical systems and their interrelationship with hydraulic, armament, avionics, instrument, environmental control, and mechanical systems and assemblies.

COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENT: All applications will be considered regardless of Branch/AOC/FA/MOS. Incumbent will be required to be assigned to compatible military position within 1 year of selection. The selected individual may be required to attend formal technician school training.

MILITARY GRADE (Prior to Application): Enlisted: E-3 through E-6

UNIT OF ASSIGNMENT: Any aviation unit within the state

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: This position is covered by the medical monitoring program. Individual selected must undergo a preemployment physical examination prior to appointment. This position requires a security clearance (secret) which the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.

STATEMENT OF DIFFERENCE: Individual selected at a lower level will be issued a Statement of Difference. Predicated upon qualifications, individual could be hired at the WG-10 grade. An individual selected for this position at the lower grade will progressively be advanced to WG-10 upon achievement of required qualifications without further competition.

Education

No substitution of education for specialized experience.

Additional information

Primary Change of Station (PCS) relocation expenses will NOT be paid.

To ensure compliance with an applicable preliminary nationwide injunction, which may be supplemented, modified, or vacated, depending on the course of ongoing litigation, the Federal Government will take no action to implement or enforce the COVID-19 vaccination requirement pursuant to Executive Order 14043 on Requiring Coronavirus Disease 2019 Vaccination for Federal Employees. Therefore, to the extent a Federal job announcement includes the requirement that applicants must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 pursuant to E.O.14043, that requirement does not currently apply. Federal agencies may request information regarding the vaccination status of selected applicants for the purposes of implementing other workplace safety protocols, such as protocols related to masking, physical distancing, testing, travel, and quarantine.

Under 32 U.S.C. 709, Veterans Preference does NOT apply.

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (

MILITARY INCENTIVES - BONUSES AND STUDENT LOAN REPAYMENT PROGRAM: If you are selected for this position, you may lose your eligibility for your National Guard Enlistment/Reenlistment Bonus and Student Loan Repayment Program (incentives). In order to avoid losing your incentive eligibility, you should check with your serving incentive manager (CTARNG-G1 or CTANG-Retention Office) prior to accepting an offer for the position. For M-Day/Traditional personnel who are currently receiving incentives to include Bonuses and the Student Loan Repayment Program, the following termination rule applies:

Incentive Termination without Recoupment: If you accept a Military Technician (Mil Tech) Permanent position where membership in the National Guard is a condition of employment, your bonus will be terminated with no recoupment as long as you have served at least 6 months of the bonus contract following receipt of the initial bonus payment.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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