Electronics Technician

Summary This position is located at the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM). Incumbent serves as an Electronics Technician in the Office of Cuba Broadcasting, Radio Technical Branch. Under the general supervision and guidance of the Telecommunication Manager, this position is responsible for providing all aspects regarding the Radio and TV transmission operations in the Florida Keys. Responsibilities As an Electronics Technician you will be responsible for duties to include, but are not limited to: 1. Performs a full range of functions in the overall installation, testing, troubleshooting, maintenance and quality assurance of data and voice communications services. Performs technical assignments in design, development and modification of existing and planned communication systems. Applies thorough practical knowledge of principles, methods, standards and techniques involved in the specialized field. Is responsible for detailed and complex assignments in the areas of digital satellite, frequency division multiplex equipment, time division multiplex equipment, wideband digital circuit transmission methods, technical control facility equipment and signal and power systems and grounding techniques. Applies installation techniques in the above areas we well as in hands-on troubleshooting and restorable techniques using appropriate test, measurement and diagnostic equipment such as spectrum analyzer bit error rate testers, protocol analyzers, etc. Conducts technical review, analysis, and evaluation of equipment and system problems or proposals in specialized area. Determines optimum solutions in terms of costs and operating performance. Compiles data and prepares technical reports in conformance with required formats. 2. Provides operational and technical expertise to site personnel pertaining to problem resolution. Reviews plans and projects for new installations and upgrades or improvements and interprets intricate installation specifications as well as new or revised procedures and policies for adequacy and compliance with regulations in order to satisfy technical and operational requirements. Clarifies policies and procedures and provides hands-on training. 3. Serves as Property Control Officer to maintain the PIPS property accountability database and provide accountable officers with barcodes and guidance on procurement, maintenance and disposal of equipment and property. 4. Prepares procurement documentation such as request for requisitions, market research, Statements of Work, etc. in support of the operations. Reviews invoices from vendors to ensure accuracy of billing for services rendered and resolves discrepancies concerning those services. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Applicants must have a minimum of one year of specialized experience at a level of difficulty and responsibility comparable to the GS-11 or comparable pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private sector. Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped the applicant with the knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. For this position, all of the following specialized experience is required: Knowledge of and skill applying standard rules, procedures, or operations in standard electronics, methods, and equipment. Knowledge of and skill applying specialized electronics principles, concepts, methods, and equipment. Knowledge of Radio Frequency (RF) broadcast principles. Ability to keep appropriate records and prepare information by several graphical means via standard computer software programs. Education Education is not required for this grade level. It cannot be used for qualification purposes. Additional Information Status applicants who wish to be considered under merit promotion procedures, including those eligible to apply under Interchange Agreements with other Merit Systems and Veterans Employment Opportunity Act of 1998, should apply under announcement # ST-13048780-26-AG . This vacancy is advertised under Delegated Examining (DE) procedures and is open to all U.S. citizens. Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by closing date of the announcement to be considered. 1. If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/59 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. For Military Selective Service Act requirement information, please visit Selective Service 2. Your application to this vacancy announcement will only allow consideration for this announcement. We cannot electronically or manually move your application to corresponding announcements, if applicable. 3. Additional vacancies not reflected in the announcement that occur after the opening date of the vacancy announcement for position(s) identical (same grade, series and title) to the original vacancy may be filled from the selection certificate during the validity of the certificate. 4. Budgetary conditions may delay or otherwise affect filling this vacancy. However, all interested candidates should apply now.