Equipment Specialist (Electronic)

Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is: Provides mission data (MD) design, generations, and test expertise to ensure the Air Warfare Center's 350 Spectrum Warfare Wing (SWW) mission in support of MD rapid reprogramming, operational testing, Combat Air Force (CAF) technical advisors and program management is accomplished.

Functions as technical expert and advisor to management and maintenance technicians in the programming, MD design, maintenance, operation, and testing related to EW systems. Performs activities in support of EW System operational tests and evaluation, Force Development Evaluation (FDE), Foreign Material Exploitations (FME), and special project testing.

Performs equipment specialist duties in support of advanced airborne computer systems and hardware/software applications/design for EW equipment or devices Recommends design and reprogramming changes to EW systems and provides independent threat review for mission data implementation.

Conditions of Employment cont. This position has been designated as a Non-Critical Acquisition Position and is covered by the Acquisition. Professional Development Program (APDP). The selectee must be capable of achieving and meeting the APDPrequirements applicable to the career category commensurate to the position. This position also requires theemployee to engage in acquisition continuous learning activities, achieving 80 continuous learning points every 24months.

This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force. Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employees must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. Illegaldrug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force, national security,and public safety.

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, Administrative and Management, Series 1670. BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT: Education Undergraduate Education: Major study -- any field of study in an accredited college or university.

Graduate Education : Major study -- fields related to the position to be filled. OR Experience working as a skilled mechanic or maintenance worker, sales or service engineer, or planner or estimator in a technical group dealing with manufacture, utilization, repair, or operation of equipment; Reviewing and applying technical specifications and requirements; Analyzing equipment and forecasting spare parts requirements; Reading and interpreting engineering change orders, equipment requisitions, shop orders, and work orders; Analyzing contract specifications and examining pertinent equipment to determine if specifications are met; Analyzing or supervising maintenance, repair, or production operations to determine methods of improvement.

In addition to meeting the basic requirement above, to qualify for this position you must also meet the qualification requirements listed below: SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes applying knowledge of a comprehensive range of maintenance concepts, principles, and practices of Electronic Warfare (EW) systems, including those that have complex technical requirements and require extensive specialized training and experience.

experience applying practice and theoretical knowledge of assigned systems/equipment for application to difficult, unusual, and unprecedented situations and problems FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible.

One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: Knowledge of a wide range of maintenance concepts, principles, and practices of Electronic Warfare (EW) systems/equipment. Knowledge of required security and safety regulations, practices, and procedures.

Skill in providing technical advice in terms of oral and written briefings, reports, and recommendations to senior leadership and maintenance technicians; and developing interpersonal relationships, maintaining good working relationships, and working cooperatively as a member of a team. Skill in analyzing and interpreting engineering drawings, technical manuals, and technical data; and, identifying and analyzing complex technical problems and developing innovative solutions.

Ability to plan, organize, and reprioritize work to meet changing deadlines. Ability to develop and conduct training to ensure proper maintenance of assigned systems/equipment; and communicate well both orally and in writing. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work.

You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, Ameri. Corps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social).

Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.