Duties
As an ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MECHANIC, WG-2610-12/13, you will perform the following duties:
1. Performs scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on one or more multi-complex electronic integrated systems. Completes operational checks, inspections, tests, trouble shooting, removal and replacement of Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) which are linked with integrated systems and LRUs which are independent or associated with nonintegrated systems. Isolates unusual malfunctions using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, tools, and test equipment including automatic test equipment and Flight Line Test Systems (FLTS). Solves complex problems by analyzing installation, circuitry, and operating characteristics of the systems. Adjusts and aligns system sensors, transmitters, amplifiers, power supplies, display devices, controls, transponders, actuators, servos, computers and other related components.
2. Reviews and analyzes maintenance data; determines if criteria are sufficient to provide adequate test, troubleshooting and repair procedures; devises and recommends tests, procedural changes, or data corrections. Aligns, adjusts, and performs final calibrations on integrated systems to determine successful repairs. Analyzes equipment failure and malfunctions and suggests changes to improve operation. Monitors the operation of complex, interrelated systems, analyzes operating trends, proposes preventative maintenance down time to assure continued operating capability, and recommends components for overhaul or engineering evaluation for disposal. Applies technical data and equipment specifications to determine the impact that equipment modifications or substitutions will have upon integrated multi-system operations and various maintenance alignment procedures.
3. Troubleshoots operational malfunctions and analyzes system performance utilizing aircrew debrief data, Technical Orders, schematic and wiring diagrams, engineering drawings, data analysis, common and system-specific test equipment and built in system tests. Performs on and off-equipment maintenance on aircraft avionics such as automatic flight control systems, instrument systems, communication and navigation systems, and inertial navigations systems. Coordinates back shop bench check; completes testing, repair, inspection, modification, programming, reprogramming, mating, adjusting, alignment, and analyzing of LRUs and shop replaceable units (SRUs).
4. Recommends methods to improve equipment performance, technical data, and maintenance procedures by reporting hardware and software malfunctions, initiates material deficiency reports both on equipment and in technical data, and assists in design changes as necessary. Documents all discrepancies and maintenance actions performed by inputting information into the electronic records information systems (i.e.: CAMS, IMDS, GO-81, REMIS). Recommends hardware and software changes. Submits change recommendations to Technical Orders. Requisitions supply assets and processes repairable assets in accordance with Standard Base Supply System requirements. Documents maintenance actions in aircraft forms and documents man-hour expenditures and maintenance actions in the maintenance computer system.
Performs other duties as assigned.
*The above duty description does not contain all details of the official position description. A copy of the entire position description can be found on FASCLASS by searching the position description PD#: (D2325000). https://acpol2.army.mil/fasclass/search_fs/search_fasclass.asp
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
Ohio Air 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.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:
Compatible military grade and assignment required within one year of the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Ohio Air National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Ohio Air National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
Military Grades: E-2 through E-5
Compatible Military Assignments: 2A051, 2A031, 2A251, 2A231, 2A252, 2A232, 2A253, 2A233, 2A354, 2A334, 2A355, 2A335, 2A851, 2A831, 2A852, 2A832, 2A951, 2A931, 2A952, 2A932, 2A953, and 2A933
OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
Must have the capability to lift, carry, push, or otherwise handle items weighing up to 70 pounds.
Must have the physical capability to stand, climb, walk, bend, crouch, reach, and stoop over extended periods of time.
Must possess a valid state driver's license to operate government motor vehicles, for the state in which he or she lives or is principally employed, in accordance with Air Force and Air National Guard Vehicle Operations Directives.
Must maintain the position's mandatory AFSC skill level and continue on-the-job proficiency requirements.
Qualifications
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Ability to install, modify, overhaul, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, align, calibrate, and rebuild multi-system avionics complexes; Ability to collect and analyze data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; Ability to apply procedures and directives by reading and interpreting material; Ability to communicate clearly and effectively; ability to format and write English in reports and presentation formats; Skill in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; Skill in training, mentoring, leading, and problem-solving; and a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of the advertised occupational series and grade.
WG-12 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have completed an Air Force Seven Skill Level Technical Training School and awarded a compatible Seven Skill Level AFSC, along with the successful completion of at least one military professional education course program, with 12 months work experiences installing, modifying, overhauling, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, aligning, calibrating, and rebuilding multi-system avionics complexes consisting of multiple completely integrated electronic avionics systems where the complex accomplishes a number of major functions; Skill in performing on-or-off equipment maintenance on one or more complete electronic integrated systems associated with the assigned aircraft and/or maintenance on automatic flight control systems, instrument systems, inertial or radar navigation systems; Experiences included performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on one or more multi-complex electronic integrated systems; Skill in conducting operational checks, inspections, tests, trouble shooting, removal and replacement of line replaceable units.
WG-13 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have completed an Air Force Seven Skill Level Technical Training School and awarded a compatible Seven Skill Level AFSC. The applicant must have at least 12 months of specialized experiences working as an Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic, WG-2610-12, and must possess the craftsman level of knowledge and skills to install, modify, overhaul, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, align, calibrate, and rebuild multi-system avionics complexes consisting of multiple completely integrated electronic avionics systems where the complex accomplishes a number of major functions. Experiences included the ability and skills to perform on-or off-equipment maintenance on one or more complete electronic integrated systems associated with the assigned aircraft and/or maintenance on systems such as, automatic flight control systems, instrument systems, inertial and radar navigation systems. Experienced in performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on one or more multi complex electronic integrated systems. Experiences included completing operational checks, inspections, tests, trouble shooting, removal and replacement of line-replaceable units which are linked with integrated systems and line-replaceable-units which are independent or associated with nonintegrated systems.
Education
To qualify for WG-2610-12: Completion of an Air Force Three Skill Level Technical Training School (for one of the compatible AFSCs) and successful On-the-Job training that will result or resulted in the award of a compatible Five Skill Level in AFSC.
To qualify for WG-2610-13: Completion of Air Force Seven Skill Level Training and award of a compatible Seven Skill Level PAFSC, along with the successful completion of at least one professional military education (PME) course program.
Applicants MUST submit technical training certificates and/or vMPF rip to show completion of 3-level school and PME.
Benefits
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How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.