Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic

U.S. Army Reserve Command (DOA); Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Army Reserve Aviation Command, Aviation Support Facility (ASF) Eustis East at Fort Eustis, Virginia, seeks a skilled Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic to perform testing, maintenance, and troubleshooting of complex electrical or avionic systems. This DHA position requires active Army Reserve membership and involves some travel.

Salary is hourly and located at Fort Eustis, with relocation considerations possible. Work is full-time, with a 10% travel requirement and a background check.

Qualifications

• Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic without more than normal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Perform full range of testing procedures on complex electrical or avionic systems.
• Document maintenance actions.
• Use a variety of complex test equipment.
• Research technical aids.
• Maintain electrical power control systems.

Job description

This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.

This position is a military technician position with the Army Reserve Aviation Command, Aviation Support Facility (ASF) Eustis East located at Fort Eustis, Virginia.

Location

Fort Eustis, VA

Telework Eligibility

No

Remote Job

No

Relocation Expenses Reimbursed

Yes—Relocation costs may be paid if the selecting official determines the relocation is in the best interests of the Government.

Salary

$42.29 – $49.30 per hour

Pay Scale & Grade

WG 12

Promotion Potential

None

Work Schedule

Full-time

Travel Required

Occasional travel – The business travel requirement is 10%

Appointment Type

Permanent

Occupation and Job Series

• 2610 Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic

Supervisory Status

No

Federal Service Type

This job is in the Competitive Service

Representative by Union

No

Drug Test

Yes

Security Clearance

Not Required

Position Sensitivity and Risk

• Non-sensitive (NS)/Low Risk
• Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.

Background Check Type

• Suitability/Fitness

Financial Disclosure Required

No

Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.

Announcement Number

SDDE-27-13105774-DHA-R

Control Number

890988600

Open To

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Duties

• Perform full range of testing procedures on complex electrical or avionic systems
• Document maintenance actions
• Use a variety of complex test equipment
• Research technical aids
• Maintain electrical power control systems

Conditions of Employment

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• THIS POSITION REQUIRES ACTIVE MEMBERSHIP AS A SOLDIER IN THE U.S. ARMY RESERVE (USAR).
• This position requires a Personnel Security Investigation.
• This position is subject to Drug Abuse Testing Program requirements.
• This position requires a medical examination prior to employment.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: US Citizens

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.

There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision.

Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of a(n) Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic without more than normal supervision. Conduct inspections of electrical equipment, use test equipment to diagnose malfunctions, troubleshoot to determine cause of malfunction, and complete repairs of electrical equipment using hand and power tools – Failure to meet this Screen out Element will result in an ineligible rating.

• Physical effort: Work assignments often involve prolonged standing and considerable kneeling, bending, stooping and stretching as well as frequent climbing and descending of aircraft and maintenance stands. Occasionally, work in cramped and awkward positions may be required. Work frequently requires unassisted lifting and carrying of objects weighing up to 20 pounds. Work may require carrying objects in excess of 20 pounds with assistance.
• Working Conditions: Work is usually performed inside of well-lit, heated and ventilated areas. Outside work is usually performed in good weather conditions. However, under special or emergency situations work may be required in inclement weather on icy, wet and slippery ramps, aircraft surfaces and maintenance stands. The incumbent is exposed to potential injury from high voltage, RF and IR radiation, aircraft rotors, jet blast, hazardous noise levels, hot components and falls from maintenance stands and aircraft structures. In addition, the incumbent may be exposed to fumes, solvents, dust, dirt, grease and oil.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional Information

• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
• This position requires a 1 year probationary period during which the agency evaluates your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In making this determination, the agency may consider your performance and conduct; agency needs and interests; whether your continued employment supports organizational or Government goals; and whether it promotes the efficiency of the Federal service. Continued employment requires written certification that it advances the public interest.
• Direct Deposit of Pay is required.
• Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees.
• If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet.
• This is a(n) Logistics Career Field position.
• Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.
• Salary is based on the local prevailing rate.
• When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit https://www.dfas.mil/civilianemployees/civrelo/Civilian-Moving-Expenses-Tax-Deduction/ for more information.
• Permanent Change of Station (PCS) allowances may be authorized, subject to the provisions of the Joint Travel Regulations and an agency determination that a PCS move is in the Government Interest.
• New Army Reserve Military Technicians may be authorized moving expenses to their first official duty station. To be eligible to receive moving expenses, you must be a newly appointed Federal civilian employee or have a minimum of a 3-day break in service from previous Federal civilian employment.
• Recruitment, retention, and/or relocation incentive, advance in-hire rates, advanced leave accrual, and creditable service for leave accrual may be authorized when determined to be in the best interest of the government.
• Recruitment and relocation incentives may be authorized.
• Student loan repayment may be authorized.
• Salary negotiations for candidates new to Federal service may be authorized.
• Credit for Prior Non-Federal Work Experience and Certain Military Service for determining Annual Leave Accrual Rate may be authorized.

Benefits

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.

Review our benefits. Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required Documents

The documents you are required to submit vary based on whether or not you are eligible for preference in federal employment. A complete description of preference categories and the associated required documents is in the Applicant Checklist for Public Announcements.

As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

1. Your resume:

• Your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration.
• For each relevant work experience, make sure you include the employer’s name, job title, start and end dates (include month and year), for qualifications purposes, the number of hours worked per week, and a brief description that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement. If your resume does not contain this information, your application may be marked as incomplete, and you may not receive consideration for this position.
• Use plain language. Avoid using acronyms and terms that are not easily understood. The hiring agency will not make assumptions about what’s in your resume.
• If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations, and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
• For additional information, to include formatting tips, see: What to include in your resume.

2. Other supporting documents:

• Cover Letter, optional
• Most recent Performance Appraisal, if applicable

NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package, to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person’s personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.

Agency Contact Information

Army Applicant Help Desk

Website: https://portal.chra.army.mil/hr_public?id=app_inq

Address: DE-W6TUAA FTS, 11TH AVN CMD

DO NOT MAIL

Fort McCoy, WI 54656

US

Next Steps

If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking (as applicable) for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.

Fair and Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy Financial suitability New employee probationary period Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy Selective Service Signature and false statements Social security number request