Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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.

WG-13 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision. Perform the full range of test equipment maintenance, trouble shooting, and repair of explosive, ignition, propulsive and electronics systems. Perform inspections, using measuring/inspection tools and following procedures, applying operational test methods of functional test equipment relating to precision guided munitions, missiles, rockets, and their components, subsystems, major systems, and their integration. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

WG-12 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision. Perform test equipment maintenance, trouble shooting and repair of explosive, ignition, propulsive and electronics systems with the use of hand and power tools. Perform inspection by using measuring/inspection tools by following procedures and applying operational test methods of functional test equipment. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

WG-11 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision. Disassembling, repairing, modifying, assembling various sub-assemblies and major items of weapon systems. Inspect equipment to determine equipment condition and analyzed deficiencies to determine if economically repairable. - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

WG-10 Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic ~ without more than normal supervision. Determining extent of repairs required on a variety of electronic equipment; 2) Troubleshooting electronic malfunctions to determine cause of failure; 3) Applying electronic theory and familiarity with electronic components to independently complete work assignments - Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Physical Effort: Moderate physical exertion is required. There is frequent standing, bending, and working in tiring positions. Work requires lifting and carrying items (tools, equipment parts, and components) from 10 to 40 pounds (and occasionally items weighing up to 50 pounds). Work can require large amounts of walking between storage areas, processing equipment, and equipment bays. Operators are required to bend, stoop, and stand for extended periods of time to work around the equipment during operations, inspection, and troubleshooting activities. Incumbent must pass physical examination for working with and handling hazardous propellants and explosives.
• Working Conditions: May work in an environmentally controlled area or in areas that are lighted, heated, and ventilated. Work is performed inside well lighted, climate-controlled buildings. Work is also performed outside with exposure to weather extremes. Outside work will frequently occur and will involve extreme hot and cold conditions, inclement weather, rain, dust, etc. Exposure to HAZARDS exist where probable normal mishap could result in serious burns, loss of finger joints, fractures, smashed fingers, eye injuries, hearing loss with other disabilities, and loss of life from mishaps or from premature firing or igniting devices while dropping or handling explosives, working on electrical circuits, and exposures to various chemicals related to explosives and energetics.