Optical Instrument Repairer

Quick Facts

• Role: Optical Instrument Repairer (National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service)

Description

Perform maintenance, repair, inspection, troubleshooting, testing, adjustments, and cleaning of optical and non-optical precision instruments and related devices, including complex panoramic telescopes. Conduct visual inspections to determine serviceability, damaged or worn parts, and malfunctions. Follow safety precautions when working with compressors, hoses, and tank testing equipment and support technical inspections as a commodity inspector.

Responsibilities

• Repair, modify, overhaul, and inspect complex optical instrument equipment

• Troubleshoot and test optics and supporting mechanical and electrical elements

• Adjust, clean, and evaluate serviceability of optical equipment

• Visually inspect equipment and operate mechanisms to identify malfunctions

• Serve as a commodity inspector during technical inspections (COMET/MAIT)

• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Current Permanent Dual Status Military Technician with the Colorado Army National Guard

• Military grade E-1 through E-7

• 18+ months of specialized experience in each of the following:

  • Repair/rebuild/overhaul optical instrument equipment systems and components

  • Diagnose malfunctions where complex relationships exist among optical, mechanical, and electrical systems

  • Use a variety of measuring and testing equipment

  • Interpret technical manuals, blueprints, schematics, and work orders

• Resume must be two pages or less and must provide detailed, date-documented experience (mm/yy to mm/yy) for each specialized experience item

• Ability to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance

• Selectee required to wear military uniform

Benefits

Federal government career with a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility depends on position type and whether full-time, part-time, or intermittent.