ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN (ATC SYSTEMS)

Summary This is a public notice flyer to notify interested applicants of anticipated vacancies. Applications will not be accepted through this flyer. Interested applicants must follow the directions in the "How to Apply" section of this flyer to be considered. There may or may not be actual vacancies filled from this flyer. Notice of Result letters will not be sent to applicants who respond to this flyer. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be a US Citizen. Must be determined suitable for federal employment. Must participate in the direct deposit pay program. New employees to the Department of the Navy will be required to successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit e-verify.gov Within the Department of Defense (DoD), the appointment of retired military members within 180 days immediately following retirement date to a civilian position is subject to the provisions of 5 United States Code 3326. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service. This is a bargaining unit position. You will be required to obtain and maintain a current valid United States driver’s license. You will be required to successfully complete a pre-appointment physical examination This position requires the employee to have the ability to discern colors, contrast, and depth. This position requires the employee to work in adverse environmental conditions. May require incumbent to enter into and work inside of confined spaces. The need for medical surveillance will be based on industrial hygiene evaluation. This position may require travel from normal duty station to CONUS and OCONUS and may include remote or isolated sites. You must be able to travel on military and commercial aircraft for extended periods of time. You will be required to obtain and maintain a current CPR certification. You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty. Failure to obtain and maintain the required level of clearance may result in the withdrawal of a job offer or removal. Qualifications Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of Specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-10 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector. Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: 1) Reviewing technical airfield electronic work for compliance with regulations; 2) Troubleshooting and repairing airfield electronic equipment, air traffic control systems, radars, instrument approach systems, navigational aids, and communications systems to solve complex technical problems or improve system performance with an emphasis on Digital Airport Surveillance Radar (DASR) and Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System (STARS); 3) Evaluating equipment design to improve or enhance circuit and system operation; 4) Using applicable test equipment, test methods and practices as related to the air traffic control equipment and systems, including safety precautions; 5) Performing site certification of ATC and airfield landing systems; and 6) Applying knowledge of Naval Air Traffic Control, air navigation aids and landing systems. NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume to be considered for the position. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series 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. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. A 40-hour work week is typical for this position. The position often requires irregular hours. The employee may be required to work in rotating shifts and could be recalled to duty. This announcement uses the Defense Industrial Base, Major Range and Test Facilities direct hire authority to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain positions in the competitive service. Several vacancies may be filled. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. Physical demands: The work requires repeated bending, standing for long periods, twisting of the body, being able to reach or fit behind equipment racks and lifting objects over 50 pounds. Certain evolutions will require considerable physical skills to climb and work on tall poles, antenna towers, driving over rough terrain or poorly paved roads. Work Environment: Execution of duties in electronic spaces will require the incumbent to work in conditions with moderate risk due to indoor environmental noise, dust, and low voltage electronic equipment. Due to the nature of the work an extended period may be spent out on the airfield. The weather conditions in which work will be completed will range from seasonal to inclement and noise will be a constant hazard on the airfield. Maintenance will require the incumbent to lift items weighing over 50 pounds, be exposed to potentially dangerous RF energy, electromagnetic fields, high voltage, climbing and working at heights over 50 feet (going aloft antenna towers). The incumbent is subject to work rotating shifts, emergency call back and/or telephone availability. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf. Veteran's preference does not apply when selecting individuals under this specific hiring authority. However, if you claim veteran's preference, you will be required to submit supporting documentation with your application as described in the Required Documents section below. Read more Benefits A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.