ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN, GS-0856-05/06/07/08/09/10/11 OR Full Performance NJ-0856-03
Full TimeNM-WHITE SANDSWSMREligibility Requirements
US Citizenship
Career Category
Engineering Technician
Job Summary
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- ATEC is the Army’s independent test and evaluation organization. We are a team of Civilian and Military personnel working together to provide America’s Military with the best equipment to win and return home safely. At ATEC, we have a saying: If a Soldier rides, wears, shoots, or deploys it, we test it. ATEC is at the forefront of testing and evaluating technologies of the future from autonomous aerial/ground vehicles to hypersonic weapons. Each day, top scientists and engineers test and evaluate cutting-edge equipment. Our workforce is highly technical and skilled, comprised of more than 8,500 military, civilian, and contract personnel.
ATEC values diversity of perspectives, backgrounds, cultures and skills, which connects employees to organizations that are committed to building an inclusive work environment where they can contribute to their fullest potential.
For more information on ATEC, salary, benefits, etc., see https://www.atecciviliancareers.com
This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment).
Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates. If selected, you maybe required to provide additional supporting documentation.
Various Incentives will be authorized.
PCS will be authorized.
Job Responsibilities
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- This is an Entry Level Position or Full Performance Position within the U.S. Army Test and Evlaution Command at White Sands Missile Range. This position is full-time with work assignments, training, and self-development as you progress from the entry level to the full performance position. Selection of the positions will be made at either the GS 05, 06, 07, 08, 09, 10, or 11 grade level. Promotion Potential is a GS-11. Upon reaching GS-11, you will be converted to AcqDemo by Reassignment to NJ-0856-03. Or, recruitment will be at the full performance NJ-0856-03.
Duties for this position include but are not limited to the following:
Under the general direction of a higher-graded technician or engineer, installs electro-optic, infra-red, communications, radiometric, and other equipment for Test and Evaluation (T&E) field activities. Higher-grade technicians establish procedures or general instructions for these activities. Routes, digital, video and RF signals; and checks out equipment prior to conduct of field test. Independently conducts some tests which are covered by established procedures and precedents. Sets up remote control vans by obtaining and checking out instrumentation in accordance with general instructions provided by higher-grade technician Records and collects data for routine tests independently in accordance with established procedures. Maintains/repairs power supplies, remote sensing, and other equipment of comparable complexity using well-documented procedures and standard test equipment.
Assists senior technician in a variety of routine tasks in support of test operations, maintenance, and repair, and/or development work such as installing hardware and instrumentation. Participates in equipment setup, signal routing, and connecting cables in support of test operations, performing equipment maintenance tasks covered by detailed written procedures and not requiring trouble-shooting ability. Constructs and packages simple devices and sub-units of equipment such as remote sensing devices in support of the development activities of higher-graded technicians. Also receives training in the more complicated aspects of test set-up and equipment maintenance and development.
Performs various support tasks such as checking out and turning in vehicles, supplies and equipment. Performs preventive maintenance checks on vehicles and keeps them fueled and ready for use.
Attends necessary training to obtain required licenses and certifications.
Job Qualification
In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. 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. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document.
U.S. Citizens who meet the minimum qualification requirements for the Electronics Technical Series, 0856:
Specialized Experience
Specialized Experience for the GS-05 level: To qualify based on your experience, your resume must describe at least one year of experience from the duties section which prepared you to do the work in this job. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) applying basic engineering skills and knowledge to perform assigned work; and 2) adapting and interpreting of standard practices, criteria, regulations, and procedures. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-04).
Specialized Experience for the GS-06 level: To qualify based on your experience, your resume must describe at least one year of experience from the duties section which prepared you to do the work in this job. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) applying basic engineering skills and knowledge to perform assigned work; and 2) planning and accomplishing conventional engineering assignments. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-05).
Specialized Experience for the GS-07 level: To qualify based on your experience, your resume must describe at least one year of experience from the duties section which prepared you to do the work in this job. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) assisting in the assembling and maintenance of electronic devices, equipment or systems using established criteria or specifications; and 2) preparing technical reports on phases of the equipment operation, identifying and elaborating on any deficiencies, failures and recurring malfunctions. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-06).
Specialized Experience for the GS-08 level: To qualify based on your experience, your resume must describe at least one year of experience from the duties section which prepared you to do the work in this job. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) troubleshoot, maintain and adapt/modify instrumentation/electronic systems; 2) preparing technical reports on phases of the equipment operation, identifying and elaborating on any deficiencies, failures and recurring malfunctions. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-07).
Specialized Experience for the GS-09 level: To qualify based on your experience, your resume must describe at least one year of experience from the duties section which prepared you to do the work in this job. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) conducting routine maintenance, trouble-shooting, installation, operation, calibration, and testing of all electronic and electro-mechanical, (standard and non-standard) equipment with limited oversight by senior technicians; and 2) prepare detailed technical reports on all phases of the equipment operation in order to report any conditions or circumstances, which would tend to cause the defect or malfunction. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-08).
Specialized Experience for the GS-10 level: To qualify based on your experience, your resume must describe at least one year of experience from the duties section which prepared you to do the work in this job. Specialized experience is defined as: 1) assisting in installing, operating, calibrating, and maintaining a wide range of electronic, electro-mechanical, data acquisition, communications equipment or computer systems; and 2) contributing to the development of instructions, guidelines and specifications during the modification and testing of new ancillary or major systems replacement equipment. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09)
HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED. You will be evaluated based on your level of competency in the following areas:
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- You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Human Resources Office will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this flyer. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume, along with your supporting documentation.
If, after reviewing your résumé and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
Veterans and Military Spouses will be considered along with all other candidates.
If selected, you may be required to provide additional supporting documentation.
Conditions of Employment
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- Proof of U.S. Citizen is required
Maybe required to serve a 2-year probationary period
Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration
Must be able to obtain and maintain a secret clearance
Direct Deposit of pay is required.
Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement.
Temporary Duty travel (TDY) may be required up to 15%
Position requires an uncommon tour duty that requires the incumbent to work various hours throughout a day and may change from day to day. Work schedule will be adjusted to meet mission requirements.
May be required to obtain and maintain a Commercial driver’s license (CDL)based on organizational assignment.
This is a drug testing designated position (TDP) under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program. Signing of a DA Form 5019 (Condition of Employment for Certain Civilian Positions Identified as Critical under the Department of the Army Drug-Free Federal Workplace Program) acknowledging periodic random drug testing requirements is mandatory prior to being placed into this position. Individuals not currently occupying a DoD TDP position must successfully complete a pre-appointment drug test prior to being placed into this position.
Travel Requirements
Up to 20% Travel