ELECTRONICS MECHANIC (TITLE 32) Job in Jefferson City, MO

Vacancy No. MO-12961762-AR-26-115 Department Army National Guard Units
Salary $33.75 to $39.36 Grade 10 to 10
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 5/13/2026 Close Date 6/3/2026
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Jefferson City, MO


Summary

This is a National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Position.

This is a Permanent WG-2604-10 ELECTRONICS MECHANIC (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1204000 and is part of the MO Combined Support Maintenance Shop.

This job is open to

Internal to an agency

Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement.

Clarification from the agency

WHO MAY APPLY: All qualified permanent and indefinite Title 32 National Guard employees who are currently working for the Missouri Army National Guard.

Duties

  • Performs troubleshooting and routine repairs on individual components and moderately complex systems of launch pod/containers (LP/C), and trainer rocket simulator modules.
  • Performs troubleshooting and routine repairs on individual components and moderately complex systems of Missiles/Launchers Pod Assemblies (M/LPA), trainer missile simulator modules, and various like items.
  • Troubleshoots carrier electrical and power distributions systems components of the weapon system or equipment being repaired.
  • Performs functional tests, analyzes performance and malfunctions on electronic, electrical, modules, and interconnecting cables of a variety of combat and tactical, and communication equipment.
  • Removes, installs, tests, maintains, modifies, performs alignments and troubleshoots the electronic, electrical, modules, and interconnecting cables of a variety of combat and tactical, and communication equipment.
  • Repairs or replaces chassis mounted components on Unit Under Test (UUT).
  • Performs Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) operations for fault isolation on electronic modules, circuit cards and assemblies, and similar items to component level.
  • Replaces faulty components on UUT printed circuit boards and power distribution systems. Utilizes oscilloscopes, signal generators, digital multi-meters, and other test equipment to locate, diagnose, and repair malfunctions.
  • Performs field and limited sustainment maintenance to include installation, routine maintenance, repair, and overhaul of fixed and mobile operational communication and electronics systems.
  • Repairs, aligns, and adjusts infrared night vision sights, optical sights, and traversing units.
  • Performs administrative functions in establishing and maintaining maintenance records on equipment maintained or repaired.
  • Assists in the preparation of requests for required repair parts.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

  • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
  • Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
  • Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
  • Failure to complete management prescribed courses for full-time support personnel within the first year of employment or assignment, may be cause for reassignment or termination.
  • This is an Excepted Service position that requires membership in the Missouri National Guard prior to the effective date of placement.
  • NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Army National Guard recruiter at 1-800-GO-GUARD (1-800-464-8273) prior to applying for this position.
  • Individuals on incentive bonuses may be subject to recoupment or termination, contact the State Incentives Manager at (573) 638-9500 extension 39637 for questions concerning recoupment or termination.
  • Placement or baseline physical are required for newly hired or appointed Wage Grade personnel who may be potentially exposed to health hazards in the work environment.
  • May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
  • 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.
  • Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidate must currently be assigned to a military unit in the Missouri Air National Guard. Title 32 employees will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor (grade inversion).

Maximum Military Grade - WO1 (W-1) with date of rank after 5 April 2025

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess experience, education or training which demonstrates knowledge of electrical or electronic theory; knowledge of common testing procedures; skill in the use of hand tools of the electronics trade; and skill in reading schematics.

WG-10 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess specialized experience that demonstrates your ability to troubleshoot, install, repair, and maintain electronic components and items. Experience must demonstrate skill in interpreting moderately complex drawings, specifications, and schematics of complete systems to recognize the function and interconnections of various assemblies and troubleshoot the components, assemblies, subassemblies, and connecting cable harnesses. Experience in using a wide variety of electronic test equipment such as systems test sets, frequency meters, standing wave indicators, oscillators, ohmmeters, voltmeters, resistance bridges, and signal generators, and the use of special and common hand tools, power tools and gauges.

Education

This job does not have a qualification requirement that allows substitution of education for specialized experience.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 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 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Packet which may include the following:

  1. Resume (must include the following information)
    1. First and Last Name
    2. Contact Information (Phone Number and Email)
    3. Position Title(s)
    4. Company/Organization Name(s)
    5. Dates of Employment (MONTH and YEAR)
    6. Duties Performed - brief descriptions that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement
Please be advised that copying and pasting the specialized experience from the vacancy announcement into your resume is prohibited and will result in your resume being disqualified.

It is best practice to ensure military career information is listed in addition to civilian career information.
  1. Transcripts - Only a requirement if education is required OR you substitute education for specialized experience
    Unofficial copies may be submitted for application purposes, but placement will not occur until official transcripts have been provided.
  2. SF-50 - If you have previously been employed by another Federal Agency or previously worked for our agency, please submit a copy of the last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50).
    This is NOT a requirement for those that have never been employed by a Federal Agency or those currently employed by our agency.
  3. DD214s

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12961762

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.

To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Agency contact information

Kayla Penny
Phone
573-638-9500 X37917
Email
kayla.penny.1@us.af.mil
Address
MO Combined Support Maintenance Shop
7000 Military Circle
Jefferson City, MO 65101-1201
US

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.

Army National Guard Units

This a National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Position.

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Agency contact information

Kayla Penny
Phone
573-638-9500 X37917
Email
kayla.penny.1@us.af.mil
Address
MO Combined Support Maintenance Shop
7000 Military Circle
Jefferson City, MO 65101-1201
US

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