Public Notice - Electronics Technician (Direct Hire)

NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration; Hampton (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration at Langley Research Center seeks professionals for GS-09/10/11/12 level Electronics/Avionics roles. You will provide technical input and mentorship to electronics technicians on research projects, troubleshoot avionics and instrumentation, and collaborate with engineers to plan, design, fabricate, install, and improve complex systems.

You will read aircraft blueprints and technical publications, support experiments, and apply engineering

Qualifications

• Specialized experience or education in electrical/electronic systems.
• Ability to read and interpret electrical drawings, schematics, and technical publications.
• Experience supporting experiments and development activities in aviation or research instrumentation.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical input and mentorship to electronics technicians on research projects.
• Troubleshoot electronic, avionics, instrumentation, and research components with test equipment.
• Collaborate with engineers to plan, design, fabricate, install, troubleshoot, repair, and improve complex systems.

Skills

Electronics troubleshooting

Mentorship

Reading blueprints

Plan and design

Collaboration with engineers

Education

Master's degree in electrical/electronics engineering

2 years graduate education in electrical/electronics engineering

Tools

Oscilloscope

multimeter

signal generators

Job description

Summary

Positions to be filled are in various organizations at Langley Research Center. NASA may fill positions in any of the following grade levels listed in this announcement (GS-09/10/11/12 levels).

Duties

• Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee.
• Provide technical input and mentorship to electronics technicians in support of assigned research projects or research article operations.
• Troubleshoot electronic, avionics, instrumentation, science and/or research components using associated test equipment.
• Work closely with engineers and/or customers to plan, design, fabricate, install, troubleshoot, repair, and improve complex avionics, instrumentation, and science or research instrument systems.
• Read and interpret aircraft blueprints, technical directives, planning documents, test specifications, technical publications and procedures, and applicable safety manuals.
• Support professional engineers in performing experiments, research, and development activities requiring an in-depth knowledge of technical engineering methods, applications, practices, and principles to work on concepts and experimental projects.

Conditions of Employment

• This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• This position may require a one-year probationary/trial period. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. **See Additional Information section**
• You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Position subject to pre‑employment background investigation or higher‑level clearance. Investigation/Clearance may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.
• Financial Disclosure, Drug Testing, and/or the Travel Requirements for this position may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.
• To be considered for employment, you must submit your complete application by 11:59 PM ET on September 15, 2026.

Qualifications

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.

To qualify for GS‑09

You must have:

• One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑08 level in the Federal service:
• Performing basic tests or inspections on electrical or electronic equipment using standard test equipment;
• Assisting with the repair or maintenance of electrical components or wiring under direct supervision.

OR

• Completed all requirements for a master's degree or equivalent graduate degree in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or a related field.

OR

• Completed at least 2 full academic years of graduate education in electrical engineering, electronics engineering, or a related field.

OR

• An equivalent combination of experience and graduate education.

To qualify for GS‑10

You must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑09 level in the Federal service:

• Identifying discrepancies on aircraft or other equipment using test equipment;
• Assisting with electrical modifications on aircraft or research equipment.

To qualify for GS‑11

You must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑10 level in the Federal service:

• Assisting with troubleshooting discrepancies on equipment or aircraft by utilizing test equipment and interpreting wiring diagrams;
• Supporting fabrication of electrical modifications on aircraft or research equipment.

To qualify for GS‑12

You must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS‑11 level in the Federal service:

• Testing, troubleshooting, and/or repairing avionics, electrical, and instrumentation discrepancies on aircraft or other equipment using diagnostic equipment;
• Fabricating electrical wiring harnesses, components, and/or instrumentation systems for aircraft or research equipment;
• Supporting engineers in research and development activities requiring application of various engineering methods and principles.

Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job.

Promotion Potential

The full performance level (FPL) will vary based on the position in which the selectee is placed and does not default to the highest grade advertised.

Education

(GS-9 Level Only) If you are using education completed in the United States to meet the qualification requirements, your degree must have been awarded from a college or university that is accredited by a recognized accrediting organization. For a list of schools that meet this criteria, go to http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/.

If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show that the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs. These education credentials must be deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

All degrees must have been received in the year of, or any year subsequent to the original date of accreditation.

Additional information

In the Announcement Questionnaire, you will be prompted to select the lowest grade you wish to be considered for.

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across NASA within the local commuting area(s) of the location(s) identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) within NASA. CTAP/ICTAP will be cleared for any additional selection from this announcement.

For purposes of Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) selection priority, well-qualified is defined as possessing knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies which clearly exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position, as determined through SME review of the resume/application.

If you have special priority selection rights under ICTAP, you must:

• Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position.
• Exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
• Submit proof that you meet the requirements for ICTAP as indicated in "Required Documents."

Per Executive Order 14343, this position is not part of a bargaining unit.

Probationary Period

You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:

• your performance and conduct;
• the needs and interests of the agency;
• whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

Other duty locations not specifically listed on this announcement may be considered at management's discretion.

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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