Aircraft Electrician (Title 32)

Summary

This position is located at the 149th MAI SQ, in San Antonio, TX. The position functions to analyze malfunctions, troubleshoot, remove, install, repair, modify, maintain, test, align, calibrate and certify the components of the aircraft electrical system the electronically and pneumatically controlled environmental system, and associated test equipment, and to certify these systems are air worthy. Texas is one of 9 states with NO state income tax.

Duties

As a AIRCRAFT ELECTRICIAN (Title 32) with the Texas National Guard, your duties will include, but will not be limited to:

• Performs functional tests, analyzes performance and troubleshoots the electronic, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical functions of the subsystems integrated into the digital brake/antiskid system, maintenance annunciation panel (MAP) system of the integrated main generator, standby generator, emergency generator, flight control power, AC/DC power distribution and sub-systems integrated into the electronic/electrical and environmental systems.
• Interprets analog and digital operational and output characteristics and results from the Maintenance Annunciation Panel (M.A.P.), onboard computers, aircrew debriefings and specialized test equipment.
• Removes, repairs, calibrates, installs, aligns, inspects, and conducts operational performance checkouts on the components of the electronic/electrical and environmental systems.
• Analyzes malfunctions using schematics, logic and wiring diagrams, computer data, and factory drawings.
• Diagnoses circuit operating characteristics using on-board computer, special test equipment and laptop computers to isolates problems to the failing component.
• Removes and replaces components or assemblies down to the lowest level authorized by depot.
• Performs organizational and intermediate level maintenance modifications as required.
• Performs recurring inspections and system tests of the life support and the electronic/electrical and environmental system to certify aircraft are ready for flight.
• Modifies and updates electrical and environmental support equipment according to applicable technical publications.
• Maintains and operates various types of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, diagnostic computers, digital and analog multi-meters, constant speed drive test stands, voltmeters, ammeters, etc. Performs precise and advanced wiring maintenance procedures on aircraft.
• Utilizes computer data and specialized test equipment to interpret equipment analog/digital operational characteristics to isolate malfunctions in the appropriate sub-systems.
• Interprets electronic terms and symbols, and applies a variety of electronic formulas, tables and charts in order to perform fault isolation and repairs to systems and sub-systems.
• Provides technical guidance, advice and/or assistance to other work centers on the interrelationship of electronic/electrical and environmental systems and their respective system, to include flight controls, offensive fire control radar, weapon release, communications, hydraulic, fuel, engine and egress.
• Processes and accounts for supply assets in the repairable processing system to maintain aircraft records, inspection records, and equipment maintenance in computer systems Documents maintenance actions and man-hour expenditures on maintenance forms and computer systems.
• Clears Red X symbols on maintenance forms as authorized, and performs electronic/electrical and environmental system debriefing of aircrews.
• Recommends methods processes and accounts for due-in-from maintenance (DIFM) supply assets.
• Documents maintenance repair actions, man-hour accounting, maintenance forms, and computer systems.
• Maintains historical data of repaired components, Line Replaceable Units (LRUs) and test equipment.
• Inspects, tests and performs operative maintenance on cryogenic and gaseous oxygen and nitrogen servicing equipment.
• Is able to provide a thorough inspection of the complete electronic/electrical and environmental, and other systems, of the aircraft during special and phase inspections.
• Provides on-the-job training to lower grade personnel concerning repair of the electronic/electrical and environmental equipment, aircraft system line replaceable units (LRUs), and aircraft electrical/environmental systems.
• Also provides on-the-job training (OJT) for newly assigned personnel.
• Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations such as Operational Readiness inspections (ORI), Inspector General (IG) inspections, Unit Effectiveness Inspections and mobility and command support exercises.
• May be required to perform additional duties such as aircraft crew chief, hydrazine response, aircraft or equipment decontamination, structural fire fighting, aircraft fire/crash/rescue duty, security guard, snow removal, munitions loading and handling, heavy equipment operator, maintenance of facilities and equipment, or serve as a member of a team to assist local authorities with natural disasters or civil emergencies.
• Complies with safety, fire, security, and housekeeping regulations.
• Ensures that material, equipment and components are properly stored, protected and maintained.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Appointment Factor(s):

• This is an Excepted Service position that requires active membership in a compatible military assignment in the Texas Air National Guard (TXANG) and wear of the military uniform.
• Areas of Consideration: Nationwide.
• This includes: All currently employed full-time permanent, indefinite and temporary personnel of the Texas Air National Guard, All current members of the Texas Air National Guard, and All individuals eligible for membership in the Texas Air National Guard.
• Incentives: Acceptance of a military Federal technician position may result in termination and / or repayment of military incentives.
• Please check your contract and contact your servicing Education Services (Incentives) office or the Recruiting/Retention office.
• Remarks: The Texas National Guard is an Equal Opportunity employer.
• Texas Air National Guard Membership is required.
• You may qualify for reimbursement of relocation expenses in accordance with agency policy if funds are available.
• Veterans’ preference is not applicable to this position.
• Trial period required (see additional information) Direct deposit is mandatory.
• Military Requirements: For Dual-Status Technician positions service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required.
• Military skill set is determined by AFSC/MOS requirements.
• Upon selection, individuals must be assigned to a compatible military AFSC/MOS in accordance with statutes and National Guard Bureau regulations and must obtain/maintain all requirements of the AFSC/MOS.
• AFSC: 2A636, 2A656, 2A676 Military Grades: Amn (E-2) not to exceed SSgt (E-5)

How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be qualified, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:

• 1.
• Your resume should include the following for related positions held: Work schedule (ex.
• Full-time, part-time, intermittent) Hours worked per week To and From dates (ex.
• MM/YYYY – MM/YYYY) Duties performed In describing your experience, please be clear and specific.
• Assumptions will not be made regarding your experience. 2.
• Other supporting documents if applicable:
• Cover Letter DD-214/ Statement of Service Disability Letter (VA) OF-306 Other (1)
• Resume SF-15 SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action Transcript