ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY Job in Edwards AFB, CA

Vacancy No. AFTC-12689405-TW-FLYER Department Department of the Air Force - Agency Wide
Salary $71,244.00 to $112,053.00 Grade 3 to 3
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 2/14/2025 Close Date 2/24/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
Edwards AFB, CA


Summary

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In this position is to provide electronics technical support for designing, developing, acquiring, installing, operating and maintaining systems used for the developmental and operational test and evaluation of sophisticated Electronic Warfare (EW) systems

Duties

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  • Certifies assigned systems and sub-systems to ensure compliance with USAF, DoD, and commercial test customers systems under test and safety requirements.
  • Makes overall evaluation and determination as to whether or not the utilities are operating within prescribed standards and tolerances.
  • Collaborates with engineers regarding ground test support utilities tolerances and makes on-the-spot determinations as to what actions to take to return system(s) to operable conditions.
  • Develops and recommends changes in procedures and technical instructions to ensure more efficient operations and/or reduction in maintenance time.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • U.S. Citizenship Required
  • Telework may be authorized.
  • Obtain and maintain Security clearance
  • This is a designated Drug Testing Position
  • Education requirements (Check OPM Qualifications Standard and Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR))
  • Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military and/or commercial aircraft.
  • Serves "on call" and may be required to be available after duty hours when problems arise. They are subject to call 7 days a week, 24 hours a day.
  • May be required to participate in mobility exercises.
  • The work involves regular and recurring exposure to moderate risks and discomforts such as strong odors from chemicals or hazardous materials handling, regulated hazardous waste, electrical hazards, and other hazards.
  • The employee must continually stay alert and take special precautions including wearing special protective items of clothing.
  • The work involves occasionally working from a height as high as 150 feet in aerial platform or high reach equipment.
  • The work involves occasionally operating hoists up to 160 tons to perform functional check on ECS and hydraulic equipment connected to systems under test (manned and unmanned air vehicles). Must be able to complete training to inspect and operate.
  • Must be able to complete training to operate aerial platforms and scissor lifts (up to 150 feet) and maintain an appropriate certification/license.

Qualifications

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In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Engineering and Architecture positions located here

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower broadband NJ-02 or equivalent to the next lower grade GS-08 in the Federal Service. Specialized experiences is to provide electronics technical support for designing, developing, acquiring, installing, operating and maintaining systems used for the developmental and operational test and evaluation of sophisticated Electronic Warfare (EW) systems installed on various ground and manned and unmanned airborne weapon systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
1. Knowledge of 400 Hz frequency converters and inverters, F-22 and F-35 ground test hydraulic pumping systems, B-1B Coolanol and Polyalphaolefin (PAO) ground test systems and various other hydronic conditioning systems, electronic servo controls, environmental controls, and peripheral equipment for the anechoic chamber and other EW ground test and modeling and simulation capabilities, systems, subsystems, and infrastructure.

2. Practical knowledge of a wide range of EW ground test equipment, methods principles, requirements, work techniques, and practices and skill in applying standardized, analytical, and evaluative methods and techniques.

3. A comprehensive, intensive and practical knowledge of, and extensive experience and skill in applying a wide range of technical electronics/electrical concepts, practices, regulations, policies, and precedents; analytical and diagnostics techniques; and techniques for developing new or modified work methods, approaches, or procedures.

4. Skill in analyzing and interpreting engineering drawings, technical manuals, technical data; identifying and analyzing complex technical problems; and developing innovative solutions to problems in an environment where rapid equipment and system restoration is always paramount to ensure continuous operation where required.


Desired Skills:
  • Advanced Troubleshooting and Diagnostic Skills
  • Proficiency in Wiring and Circuit Design
  • Knowledge of Control Systems and Automation.

Additional information

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Air Force Civilian Service Employment Benefits:
Paid Time Off:

  • 11 Federal Holidays off per year
  • Vacation time (Annual Leave) accumulates based on length of employment. Starts at 13 days (104 hours) per year and up to 26 days (208 hours) per year
  • 13 sick days per year (104 hours)
Retirement:
  • Pension: Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
  • 401K: Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) available with up to 5% agency matching
Health & Wellness:
  • Various Medical, Dental & Vision packages to choose from for entire family
  • Flexible Spending Account
  • Federal Long Term Care Insurance, and Life & Disability Insurance
Work/Life Balance:
  • Family and Medical Leave Act
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Flexible Work Arrangements (dependent on position)
Career Development:
  • Tuition Assistance & Professional Development opportunities
  • Career enhancement and promotion opportunities
Direct Hire Authority: NO 6-MONTH WAIT! Recently retired and/or retiring from MILITARY service ARE eligible for immediate appointment for AFTC positions. The 180-day waiting period has been waived for AFTC to hire recently retired and/or retiring service members.

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How You Will Be Evaluated

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Required Documents

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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.

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Agency contact information

Air Force Test Center Recruitment
Address
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550 C Street West
JBSA Randolph AFB, TX 78150
US

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