ELECTRONICS MECHANIC

Army National Guard Units; Pineville (LA); On-site; USD 54,000 - 67,000; Full time

Job summary

Army National Guard Units in Louisiana is seeking technicians to troubleshoot and repair complex electronic and mechanical equipment, including launch pod and trainer modules, as well as field-service maintenance of communication systems. The role requires performing tests, alignments, and fault isolation using specialized test gear.

You will maintain records, may participate in MAIT/COMET activities, and support various combat and tactical systems.

Responsibilities

• Troubleshoot and repair components and systems of launch pod/containers and trainer modules.
• Test and maintain electronic, electrical, and mechanical equipment using test gear.
• Perform field and sustainment maintenance of comms and electronics systems (shelter mounted radios, teletype, radar, etc).
• Document maintenance records and assist in MAIT or COMET inspections as needed.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Army National Guard Units

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This position is located in the Joint Forces Headquarters-State, Logistics Directorate (J-4), Surface Maintenance Facility. DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: Area 1 = On-board technicians currently assigned to the Louisiana National Guard

Key Responsibilities

Duties & Responsibilities: (WG10) (1) Performs troubleshooting and routine repairs on individual components and moderately complex systems of launch pod/containers (LP/C), trainer rocket simulator modules, Missiles/Launchers Pod Assemblies (M/LPA), trainer missile simulator modules, and various like items.

(2) Performs functional tests, analyzes performance and malfunctions, removes, installs, tests, maintains, modifies, performs alignments and troubleshoots the electronic, electrical, modules, and interconnecting cables of a variety of combat and tactical, and communication equipment.

This equipment has moderate or limited complexity to include multi-channel very high frequency (VHF) or ultra high frequency (UHF) transmitters or receivers, power supplies, and multilayered printed circuit boards.

(3) Performs field and limited sustainment maintenance to include installation, routine maintenance, repair, and overhaul of fixed and mobile operational communication and electronics systems, e.g., shelter mounted AM radio and teletype systems, shelter mounted single side band radio and teletype systems, shelter mounted radio relay and terminal systems, other moderately complex systems, peripheral equipment, and related test equipment, and Modification Table Of Equipment (MTOE)authorized automation equipment.

(4) Uses various types of test equipment to include systems test sets and stands such as AN/GRM-122s, frequency meters, standing wave indicators, oscillators, ohmmeters, voltmeters, resistance bridges, and signal generators to localize trouble by component unit, by circuit within a component, and by element of a circuit. (5) Performs administrative functions in establishing and maintaining maintenance records one equipment maintained or repaired.

(6) May conduct or be involved in a Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Team (MAIT) or act as an inspector on a Command Maintenance Evaluation Team (COMET) on electronic, automation, communication, and equipment. (7) Performs other as duties as assigned.

(WG11) (1) Performs functional tests, analyzes performance and malfunctions, removes, installs, tests, maintains, modifies, performs alignments and troubleshoots the electronic, electrical, mechanical and hydraulic assemblies, modules, and interconnecting cables of a variety of combat and tactical equipment to include the M1 series main battle tank, M2/3 series Bradley fighting vehicle, Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS), TOW Missile System and the ATACMS Launch Loader Module(LLM).

Utilizes Integrated Family Test Equipment (IFTE), Built In Test Equipment (BITE) and breakout boxes (BOB) for fault isolation, verification, or adjustment of assemblies and modules. (2) Troubleshoots and repairs launch pod/container (LP/C), trainer rocket simulator modules, Missiles/Launchers Pod Assembly (M/LPA), trainer missile simulator modules, and various like items.

Troubleshoots carrier electrical and power distributions systems as an integrated subsystem of the weapon system or equipment being repaired. Isolates faulty assemblies, cables, wiring harnesses and modules to component level for repair or replacement.

(3) Performs field and limited sustainment maintenance to include installation, routine maintenance, repair, and overhaul of fixed and mobile operational communication and electronics systems, e.g., shelter mounted AM radio and teletype systems, shelter mounted single side band radio and teletype systems, shelter mounted radio relay and terminal systems, complex radar systems, interrogators, gun, rocket, and missile fire control, directional and digital computer systems, peripheral equipment, and related test equipment, and Modification Table Of Equipment (MTOE) authorized automation equipment.

Repairs, aligns, and adjusts missile guidance control systems, infrared night vision sights, optical sights, and traversing units. (4) Uses various types of test equipment to include systems test sets and stands such as AN/GRM-122s, frequency meters, standing wave indicators, oscillators, ohmmeters, voltmeters, resistance bridges, and signal generators to localize trouble by component unit, by circuit within a component, and by element of a circuit.

Uses special and common hand tools, power tools, and gauges to make intricate repairs. Repairs, aligns, and adjusts missile guidance control systems, infrared night vision sights, optical sights, and traversing units. Removes and replaces defective electrical, electronic, and mechanical components. (5) Performs administrative functions in establishing and maintaining maintenance records on equipment maintained or repaired.

Assists in the preparation of requests for required repair parts. (6) May conduct or be involved in a Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Team (MAIT) or act asan inspector on a Command Maintenance Evaluation Team (COMET) on electronic, automation,communication, and equipment. (7) Performs other as duties as assigned.

Requirements & Education

You must provide transcripts and/or other documentation as proof to support your Educational claims, and receive credit to meet the Education requirements for this position.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Army National Guard Units, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $38.97 – $48.66/hr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-06.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.