94H Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) Maintenance Support Specialist

DC Army National Guard; Ohio; On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Monthly paycheck

GI Bill

Tuition assistance

401(k) type savings plan

Health care benefits

Retirement benefits for part-time duty

Bonuses, if applicable

Student Loan Repayment Program

Montgomery GI Bill

Federal and State tuition assistance

VA home loans

Low-cost life insurance

Job summary

The DC Army National Guard seeks aTMDE Maintenance Support Specialist to calibrate and repair test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment used in weapon systems.

You'll work on precision instruments like range finders, gyrocompasses, weather instruments and more, building hands-on skills and pursuing civilian instrumentation careers with training and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Enlistment in the Army National Guard is required.
• Age 17–35, high school diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Ability to pass a physical exam and meet standards.
• Citizenship requirements as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Calibrate and repair TMDE equipment and diagnostic devices.
• Adjust and repair weapon-aiming devices and engineering instruments.
• Repair gyrocompasses, clocks, timers and related gear.

Skills

Mathematics interest

Science interest

Electronics

Shop mechanics

Problem solving

Tool usage

Education

High school diploma or GED

Tools

Blueprints & Schematics

Job description

Job Description

Army National Guard Soldiers use all kinds of devices to test and measure the accuracy of equipment and weapon system components to help diagnose problems. These devices need to be maintained in order to provide accurate readings, and it’s the role of the Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) Maintenance Support Specialist to make sure that happens.

Army National Guard Soldiers use all kinds of devices to test and measure the accuracy of equipment and weapon system components to help diagnose problems. These devices need to be maintained in order to provide accurate readings, and it’s the role of the Test, Measurement, and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) Maintenance Support Specialist to make sure that happens.

As a member of the precision instruments maintenance team, the TMDE Maintenance Support Specialist calibrates and repairs test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment, such as weapon-aiming devices, weather instruments, gyrocompasses, radiation-detecting equipment, and instruments used in aircraft.

Job Duties

• Adjust and repair weapon-aiming devices, such as range finders, telescopes, and ballistic computers
• Repair and calibrate engineering instruments, such as transits, levels, telemeters, and stereoscopes
• Repair gyrocompasses, watches, clocks, and timers

Some Of The Skills You’ll Learn

• Use of blueprints and schematics

Helpful Skills

• Interest in mathematics, science, electronics, and shop mechanics
• Ability to solve mechanical problems and work with tools

  Through your training, you will develop the skills and experience to enjoy a civilian career with civilian firms that manufacture or use precision instruments. You'll be able to pursue a career as an instrument mechanic or a calibration specialist. With additional study, you may be able to qualify for Electronics Technician Association certification.

  Earn While You Learn

  Instead of paying to learn these skills, get paid to train. In the Army National Guard, you will learn these valuable job skills while earning a regular paycheck and qualifying for tuition assistance.

  Job training for TMDE Maintenance Support Specialists consists of 10 weeks of Basic Training, where you'll learn basic Soldiering skills, and 34 weeks of Advanced Individual Training and on-the-job instruction, including practice in repairing precision instruments. Training consists of both classroom and field work.

  Benefits/Requirements

  Benefits

  • Paid training
  • A monthly paycheck
  • Montgomery GI Bill
  • Federal and State tuition assistance
  • Retirement benefits for part-time service
  • Low-cost life insurance (up to $400,000 in coverage)
  • 401(k)-type savings plan
  • Student Loan Repayment Program (up to $50,000, for existing loans)
  • Health care benefits available
  • VA home loans
  • Bonuses, if applicable
  • Most non-prior service candidates will earn between $200 and $250 per drill weekend, subject to change

  Requirements

  • Military enlistment in the Army National Guard
  • Must be at least a junior in high school, or have a high school diploma or a GED certificate
  • Must be between the ages of 17 and 35
  • Must be able to pass a physical exam and meet legal and moral standards
  • Must meet citizenship requirements (see NATIONALGUARD.com for details)

  Requires military enlistment. Programs and benefits are subject to change. Ask your Army National Guard recruiter for the most up-to-date information. Actual MOS assignment may depend on MOS availability.