ELECTRONICS MECHANIC presso Department of the Navy

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Duties

You will perform overhaul, disassembly, repair, modification, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, alignment, installation and maintenance on electronic equipment.,You will set up and operate standalone and computer controlled automatic test equipment (ATE) to test and troubleshoot various components and assemblies of electronic equipment or printed circuit boards.,You will read and interpret manufacturers specifications, schematics, block diagrams, and technical orders.,You will assist engineering personnel in developing, debugging, or modifying diagnostic programs.,You will retest all items after repairs are completed to ensure they can pass the diagnostic test without error.,You will evaluate, perform functional tests, troubleshoot, and determine the extent of repair required on electronic equipment or systems.

Qualifications

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. The Screen-out Element for this position is: 1) Performing overhaul, disassembly, repair, modification, assembly, testing, troubleshooting, alignment, installation, and maintenance on electronic equipment; 2) Setting up and operating automatic and standalone test equipment to test/troubleshoot Weapon Repairable Assemblies and/or Service Repairable Assemblies; 3) Applying knowledge of operating electronic principles such as, micro-miniaturized digital and solid state integrated circuits, transistors, diodes, tube circuits, antennas, signal transmission, oscillation, and amplification; 4) Working from manufacturers specifications, schematics, block diagrams, and technical orders; and 5) Using hand tools (i.e. soldering irons, wrenches, screwdrivers, torque wrenches, wire strippers, and crimpers) to execute repairs and replace defective components. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=WG-2600. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.

Other Information

This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Several vacancies may be filled. This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements. Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required. This position requires rotating shift work. This position requires exposure to high noise levels. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below.