ELECTRONIC MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (T5)

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ELECTRONIC MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC T5

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Summary

This job is open to the Public and to Veterans following the Minnesota National Guard Merit Placement plan.

Duties

This is not an all-inclusive list

1. Installs tests repairs overhauls fabricates or modifies calibrates troubleshoots and certifies highly complex electronic systems components or subassemblies.
2. Installs and tests highly complex electronics equipment.
3. Performs functional tests to locate equipment malfunctions in accordance with accepted trade practices to minimize equipment downtime.
4. Diagnoses malfunctions of systems by thoroughly analyzing operating trends and ensuring repairs are accomplished.
5. Independently troubleshoots highly complex electronic equipment to accurately determine the nature of the problem and the extent of repair required.
6. Troubleshoots and tests complete electronic systems by following prescribed procedures to accurately identify improper operating parameters and defective parts and in monitoring system operation and identifying improper operating indications.
7. Independently determines work methods and test equipment to use on routine assignments compatible with specific technical instructions and within established timeframes.
8. Calibrates and repairs complex electronic equipment ensuring the equipment is aligned to maximize operating potential and minimize downtime.
9. Certifies completed work and prepares all necessary paperwork required to document maintenance actions taken.
10. May provide advice and/or technical assistance to supported organizations and lower graded workers.

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 multimeters to complex software-controlled automatic test equipment.

Includes are items such as special test panels, test sets, and consoles consisting of analog or digital computers, digital multimeters, oscilloscopes, frequency/time/phase standards, frequency counters, spectrum analyzers, digital or cathode ray tube display devices, and attenuation and power measuring devices, light radiation and infrared measuring devices, regulated power supplies, data display units, pulse sweep marker, and function generators, and other special purpose test equipment used in conjunction with the repair, test, and troubleshooting of assigned integrated systems.

Sets up and uses dimensional measuring devices involved in linear optical force mass and pressure measurements using such items as but not limited to:

• Gage blocks
• Micrometers
• Calipers
• Sineplates
• Analog or digital electronic height gages
• Analytical balances
• Hydraulic calibration presses
• Autocollimators
• Theodolites
• Pentaprisms
• Air data computers
• Flow measuring standards

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.
• Uses various precision measurement standards and instruments such as generators, oscilloscopes, meters, and analyzers to perform inspections, functional testing, and calibration of TMDE.

Maintains records and documents actions.

• Prepares all certification paperwork required and documents work assignments using PMEL Automated Maintenance System (PAMS) computer.

Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment.

• Uses and assures proper fit and placement of required safety equipment and clothing.
• Performs clean-up duties such as cleaning equipment, sweeping, and returning of equipment to proper locations when not in use.
• Maintains awareness of lab safety procedures and identifies any observed unsafe practices and/or procedures.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required
• Prior to appointment, an applicant must have a current, completed, and clear drug test
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment 30 Sep 96 of the Gun Control Act of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period
• Irregular and overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies
• This position is designated as Essential Personnel and may be subject to duty in preparation for or in response to a state emergency or disaster declaration
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial vehicles to perform temporary duty assignments
• Subject to call back to meet emergency situations
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation
• Suitability is dependent upon the particular requirements for security clearance sensitivity level and DOD IT network access
• Items checked include but are not limited to all criminal history record information, employment history, education, and fiscal accountability responsibility

In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.

• 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
• Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application
• In describing your experience, please be clear and specific
• We will not make assumptions regarding your experience
• Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position

General and Specialized Experience Qualifications Requirements

• Minimum Requirements
• Experience or training which demonstrates a working knowledge of electronic principles involved in the generation and measurement of such elements as voltage, current, impedance, capacitance, frequency, and inductance
• Experience in the use of various precision measurement instruments and standards
• Specialized Experience
• 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
• Experience in applying established techniques and methods of repair, testing, alignment, and calibration of equipment which serves as test equipment or precision measurement standards
• Experience in utilizing electronic circuits to measure electronic or electrical quantities to determine the performance characteristics and accuracy of other instruments and equipment

Education

• You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims
• To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position
• Additional information
• No PCS available
• Position will not be filled until current incumbent vacates
• Sensitivity Level 2
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory
• To view ALL MN National Guard Vacancies go to https://minnesotanationalguard.ng.mil/full-time-jobs-in-minnesota
• 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/Registration.aspx
• The Minnesota Department of Military Affairs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position without discrimination for any non-merit reasons such as age, race, religion, gender, ethnic origin, or non-disqualifying disability. Pre-selection is not only counter-productive to effective recruitment and placement but also violates Minnesota National Guard Merit Placement principles and will not be tolerated. If you have information or questions regarding this issue, please contact the Equal Employment Manager at 651-282-4472 or 651-282-4078

Benefits

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How you will be evaluated

• You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above
• Basis for Rating
• Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of the following areas of consideration AOC based on the Minnesota National Guard Merit Placement Plan
• Area 1: Current On-board Title 5 Employees Tenure 1-Career 2-Conditional 3-Indefinite or 4-Term
• Only those current Minnesota National Guard employees who are in permanent indefinite or term technician status as result of being competitively hired by the Minnesota National Guard or Office of Personnel Management agency
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