THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a ELECTRONIC MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC, Position Description Number T5791000 and is part of the KS 190 Air Refueling Wing, National Guard. This regional laboratory supports several National Guard wings throughout the Midwest.

Duties

As an ELECTRONIC MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC, WG-2602-12, you will be assigned to the following Precision Measurement Equipment Lab: 190th/Forbes ANG, KS. You will perform maintenance, repair, calibration, overhaul, final alignment, and modify/certify manual, semi-automatic systems, flight line test units, laboratory standards of unusually complex precision measurement and data acquisition systems.Installs, tests,repairs,overhauls,fabricates or modifies,calibrates,troubleshoots and certifies highly complex electronic systems components or subassemblies. Installs and tests highly complex electronics equipment.Performs functional tests to locate equipment malfunctions in accordance with accepted trade practices to minimize equipment downtime. Sets up Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment(TMDE) and uses this equipment to ensure operational accuracy by performing intricate and complex laboratory and/or on site calibrations and repairs of electronic systems. Uses electronic measuring equipment ranging in complexity from multi meters to complex software-controlled automatic test equipment. Uses and maintains tools and equipment Uses trade tools such as wire strippers, drills, files, dremel tools, soldering irons, and microsoldering units to remove and replace parts. Maintains records and documents actions. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Perform other duties as assigned. Work Schedule: This position works on a 5/4/9 compressed work schedule that consists of a 5 day workweek, then a 4 day workweek ( 8 nine-hour days and 1 eight-hour day and an SDO, Scheduled Day Off) to complete the 80 hour pay period. Work schedule is subject to change based on mission requirements.

Requirements

• National Guard military membership is NOT required
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• May be required to work rotating shifts or uncommon tours of duty.
• Subject to call back to meet emergency situations.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• The work may require the employee to drive a motor vehicle. An appropriate, valid driver’s license may be required for the position.
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel may be subject to duty in preparation for, or in response to, state emergency or disaster declaration. Designation will not exceed 14 calendar days per year unless approved in advance by the TAG.

Qualifications

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 18 months experience or training with basic application of operating principles such as the production and utilization of oscillations over a broad range of frequencies; signal and waveform behavior, distortion, and amplification; pulse, trigger, and synchronization techniques; digital/analog processing and data conversion techniques; and a variety of display and indication methods. Experience in tracing signals and voltage paths, and skilled in the analysis of waveform characteristics such as timing, duration, frequency, and phasing. Originates test set-ups to isolate malfunctions and check performance characteristics of special or unique test panels or mockups. Experience in interpreting and applying a variety of technical electronic information such as schematic symbols, mathematical expressions and formulas, calibration procedures, and other reference materials. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: - Thorough knowledge of the methods and techniques of precise measurement of electrical, electronic, and physical quantities and relationships such as standing wave ratio, power, impedance, reactance, attenuation, precise time phase noise, temperature, humidity, mass, pressure and vacuum. - Comprehensive knowledge of operating electronic principles related to equipment which is combined and interrelated with other devices and complicated by a variety of multicomponent assemblies and devices with intricate functional relationships to understand the interaction of other circuits which create a malfunction. - Practical application of such operating principles as the production and utilization of oscillations over a broad range of frequencies; signal and waveform behavior, distortion, and amplification; pulse, trigger, and synchronization techniques; digital/analog processing and data conversion techniques; and a variety of display and indication methods in troubleshooting and repairing electronic test equipment. - Familiarity with the methods of signal modulation and electromagnetic radiation, and with precision measurement instruments as spectrum and distortion analyzers, digital and differential meters, multi-channel oscilloscopes, wave guide equipment, oscillators, and a variety of precision frequency and time measurement standards. - Skill in the use of various precision measurement instruments and standards as pulse generators, frequency counters, voltmeters and oscilloscopes, and to set up and operate such standards to align and calibrate the units serviced. - Skill to set-up and operate equipment under actual or simulated operating conditions and to troubleshoot and isolate malfunctions to major blocks of circuitry without reference to detailed procedures or instructions. - Skill in the use of trade tools such as wire strippers, screwdrivers, drills, files, soldering irons and micro-soldering units. - Ability to perform test and calibration in accordance with instructions and procedures which are often vague and incomplete. Physical Demands: Frequently lifts and carries, unassisted, items weighing up to 40 pounds. Sometimes required to lift and carry items weighing more than 40 pounds with the help of weight handling equipment or with assistance from other workers. The work requires working in a sitting position for extended periods of time, and frequent standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching, and stooping is required. Some work may require the aid of magnifying lenses, eye loops, and microscopes to accomplish repairs on miniature components. Work Environment: Work is usually performed inside in well-lighted, heated, and ventilated areas. Employees are subject to injuries such as electric shock, cuts, and bruises, as well as burns caused by electrical energy or soldering irons. Subject to travel both within and outside CONUS to perform on-site calibration, and to attend schools. Must possess a valid Government operator permit for assigned vehicles. Complies with safety, fire, security and health programs based on AFOSH standards, security directives and Nuclear Regulatory Commission policies.

Contacts

• Address KS 190 Air Refueling Wing 5920 SE Coyote Drive Topeka, KS 66619-5370 US
• Name: Jamie Jackson
• Phone: 785-646-0510
• Email: [email protected]