About the Position: Position may be filled as a temporary promotion or temporary reassignment not to exceed 1 year by a current permanent Army employee. Temporary promotions or reassignments may be extended up to a maximum of 5 years, and may be made permanent without further competition. This position is in the C4ISR Directorate.

Duties

Select and operate a variety of test equipment such as analyzers, oscilloscopes, meters, and other common and specialized test equipment required to perform the assigned duties. Pass on instructions received from supervisor to other workers and assign tasks to be performed by individual members of the group. Repair and maintain specialized test sets and fixtures. Ensure that needed plans, blueprints, material, and tools are available, and that required stock is obtained from supply locations. Troubleshoot, isolate, and repair operational malfunctions in complex electronic equipment and systems. Determine approaches, methods, and course of action necessary to complete assigned duties.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Twenty five percent business travel or temporary duty (TDY) requirement on an annual basis.
• This position requires shift work and overtime to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations.
• Required to obtain and maintain the Associate Level Certified Electronics Technician certification per Electronics Technicians Association, International, within two (2) years of placement into the position.
• Successfully complete and pass a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
• Appointment to this position is subject to a one-year probationary period unless the appointee has previously met the requirements as described in 5 CFR Part 315. While probationary the incumbent can be terminated with limited appeal rights.
• This position requires the incumbent be able to obtain and maintain a determination of eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. A background investigation and credit check are required.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. Current Department of Army Civilian EmployeesPriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Electronics Mechanic Leader without more than normal supervision. I have the ability to perform common tasks of the position that include obtaining needed information or decisions from supervisors on problems that arise; ensuring needed tools and materials are available and working along with others setting the pace. I can demonstrate proper work methods and techniques related to the overhaul and repair of electronic components and related devices. I work under close supervision of a work leader or journey-level employee who observes tasks in progress and upon completion to make sure they are properly performed - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. To meet the basic eligibility, you must receive at least two points on the screen-out element indicated above and must have an average of two points on all the job elements listed below. Your application will be further evaluated to determine if you meet the best qualified cut-off for referral to the selecting official. Ability To Lead or SuperviseAbility To Use Hand and Power Tools - ElectronicsIngenuity (Ability To Suggest and Apply New Methods)Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc.Theory of ElectronicsTrouble shooting (Electronic Equipment)Use of Test Equipment: Electronics Physical Efforts: Work requires normal color perception, close eye-hand coordination and body movements such as sitting, kneeling, bending, climbing, standing, crawling, stooping, and lifting. Frequently lifts objects up to 40 pounds. May be required to work in cramped and strained positions inside and outside vans, shelters, and on work-stands. Working Conditions: Subject to the usual hazards associated with the electronic trade and work environments such as electrical shock; abrasions; burns; bruises; cuts; exposure to fumes, oils, greases, varying noise levels; and R.F. radiation. May be required to wear protective equipment such as safety glasses, ear-plugs, and etc. May be exposed to adverse weather conditions when working outside on shelters or van mounted systems. Is required to comply with all applicable safety directives.

Contacts

• Address AI-APF-W0MLAA TOBYHANNA ARMY DEPOT DO NOT MAIL Tobyhanna, PA 18466 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk