Electronics Mechanic

Quick Facts

• Role: Electronics Mechanic (National Guard—Title 32 Excepted Service)

Description

Perform field and limited sustainment maintenance and repair on complex electronics and operational systems for combat and tactical equipment. Diagnose malfunctions, run functional tests, troubleshoot electronic/electrical/mechanical/hydraulic assemblies and interconnecting cables, and install, repair, overhaul, and modify equipment. Maintain maintenance records and support maintenance assistance/instruction or command maintenance evaluations as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Conduct functional tests and analyze performance and malfunctions
• Remove, install, maintain, modify, align, and troubleshoot electronic/electrical/mechanical/hydraulic assemblies, modules, and cables
• Troubleshoot and repair launch pod/container and related launcher/trainer missile simulator modules and assemblies
• Perform field and limited sustainment maintenance for fixed and mobile operational communication and electronics systems (including radar, fire control, computer systems, peripherals, and related test equipment)
• Use systems test sets and specialized measurement/test equipment to localize faults
• Maintain administrative maintenance records
• Participate in Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Teams (MAIT) or act as an inspector on Command Maintenance Evaluation Teams (COMET)

Requirements

• Membership in the Colorado Army National Guard
• Military grade E-4 through E-8
• Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance
• Submit required documentation; complete any probationary period if required
• Direct deposit participation mandatory; ability/requirement to wear military uniform
• At least 18 months of specialized experience in each area:
  • Principles and application/theory of electronic systems/equipment
  • Diagnosing malfunctions and determining needed repairs
  • Mechanical repairs requiring precision measuring and calibrating equipment
  • Use of complex test equipment
  • Ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, and publications
• Resume must be two pages or less and include detailed specialized experience with from/to dates

Benefits

Federal benefits package (eligibility depends on position type and employment status; benefits vary).