ELECTRONICS MECHANIC

Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO WORK WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION such as: Ability to read and interpret technical documents, including blueprints, electrical schematics, specifications, and technical manuals. Ability to utilize standard electronic test equipment like multimeters, ammeters, and oscilloscopes to take basic measurements. Ability to apply knowledge of circuit elements, digital logic, microprocessors, and data transmission. Ability to understand a wide range of systems, including electromechanical servo systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, communications security (COMSEC), avionics, fire control, radar, and sonar systems. Ability to apply knowledge of Electrical/Electronics theory. Ability to demonstrate four years of electronics trade training or experience through completion of a four-year apprenticeship in the electronics trade OR four years of practical experience in the trade. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.