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ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MECHANIC (TITLE 32)
Air National Guard Units · Department of the Air Force
About This Position
This is a National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service position. This position is an Indefinite with Right to Convert WG-2610-12/13 ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MECHANIC (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2326000/D2240P01 and is part of the MO 139th Airlift Wing. This is a bargaining position. SEE NOTES UNDER CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT. This position is also advertised to AGR members on announcement #AF26-009.
Qualifications
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidate must currently be assigned to a military unit in the Missouri Air National Guard. Title 32 employees will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor (grade inversion). Maximum Military Grade - MSgt (E-7) Minimum Military Grade - SrA (E-4) immediately promotable to SSgt (E-5) GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess a validated understanding of the basic principles and concepts of this position and possess skill in collecting and analyzing data effectively, efficiently, and accurately; ability to communicate clearly and effectively; skill in duties such as, install, modify, overhaul, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, align, calibrate, and rebuild multi-system avionics complexes; ability to format and write English in reports and presentation formats; skill in presenting formal training presentations and briefings; skill in applying procedures and directives by reading and interpreting material; and skill in training, mentoring, leading, and problem-solving. WG-12 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least a three-skill level in one of the compatible AFSCs, with 12 months of work experiences, that involved installing, modifying, overhauling, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, aligning, calibrating, and rebuilding multi-system avionics complexes consisting of multiple completely integrated electronic avionics systems where the complex accomplishes a number of major functions. Skilled in performing on-or-off equipment maintenance on one or more complete electronic integrated systems associated with the assigned aircraft and/or maintenance on automatic flight control systems, instrument systems, inertial or radar navigation systems. Experiences included performing scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on one or more multi-complex electronic integrated systems. Skilled in conducting operational checks, inspections, tests, trouble shooting, removal and replacement of line replaceable units. Capable of isolating unusual malfunctions by using technical orders, schematics, wiring diagrams, tools, and test equipment to include automatic test equipment and flight line test systems. Experiences involved solving complex problems by analyzing installation, circuitry, and operating characteristics of the systems. Experienced in maintaining, modifying, calibrating and inspecting a wide variety of user tests, measurements, and diagnostic equipment. Skilled craft for installing, modifying, overhauling, maintaining, troubleshooting, repairing, rebuilding, aligning, and calibrating complete electronic avionics multi-systems controls. WG-13 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must completed an Air Force Seven Skill Level Technical Training School and been awarded a compatible Seven Skill Level AFSC and successfully completed at least one military professional education course program; possess at least 12 months of specialized experiences working as an Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic, WG-2610-12; and possess the craftsman level of knowledge and skills to inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair and modify software controlled automated and manually controlled test stations, electronic circuit maintenance pods, peripherals, support equipment and associated subsystems. Experience working at stations to repair and maintain all avionics line-replaceable units and pods. Skilled in analyzing performance results, running tests, inspecting, troubleshooting, identifying and isolating malfunctions. Experience in how to disassemble, modify or repair and reassemble test stations or electronic circuit maintenance pods and their associated peripherals. Skills include the ability to consider the complex inter-related variables arising from a mix of computer hardware and software, stimulus and measurement systems, and special purpose test subsystems. Experiences involved isolating problems to the failing part using self-test diagnostics, oscilloscopes, frequency meters, signal generators, digital, and differential voltmeters, computer registers and printouts and other special and standard tools and test equipment. Skilled in removing and replacing components, assemblies, subassemblies, or parts using special and common hand tools, soldering devices and special electronic instruments. Experiences involved modifying and updating avionics pods, support equipment, and support software according to applicable technical publications. This position will be filled at the WG-12 trainee grade or the target grade of WG-13. An applicant who is selected at the trainee grade will have potential for promotion to the target grade of WG-13 without further competition. Promotion to full operating/journeyman level will be made after qualifications and eligibility requirements have been met and the incumbent is performing at the higher level in a satisfactory manner. Possession (or previous possession) of AFSC 2AXXX is optimum.
Major Duties
On a day-to-day basis, analyzes performance, tests, inspects, troubleshoots, identifies and isolates malfunctions, disassembles, modifies or repairs and reassembles the test stations or ECM Pods and their associated peripherals
Modifies and updates avionics Pods, support equipment and support software according to applicable technical publications.
Analyzes program data and determines if the criteria is sufficient to provide adequate testing and troubleshooting.
Connects associated testing equipment to interface the test station system to the aircraft system and or Pod to facilitate maintenance/repair of line replaceable units (LRUs) from the avionics systems.
Assists engineers and technicians in the development and/or modification of software, interfaces, extender equipment or additional items of test equipment.
Initiates technical data changes.
Provides hands-on training instructions to lower grade personnel concerned with repair of computer controlled automatic test equipment, manually controlled test equipment, line replaceable units and aircraft integrated systems.
Assists engineers and technicians in validation of technical data concerning the repair, maintenance, and test of the test station and units under test.
Modifies and updates avionics Pods, support equipment and support software according to applicable technical publications.
Analyzes program data and determines if the criteria is sufficient to provide adequate testing and troubleshooting.
Connects associated testing equipment to interface the test station system to the aircraft system and or Pod to facilitate maintenance/repair of line replaceable units (LRUs) from the avionics systems.
Assists engineers and technicians in the development and/or modification of software, interfaces, extender equipment or additional items of test equipment.
Initiates technical data changes.
Provides hands-on training instructions to lower grade personnel concerned with repair of computer controlled automatic test equipment, manually controlled test equipment, line replaceable units and aircraft integrated systems.
Assists engineers and technicians in validation of technical data concerning the repair, maintenance, and test of the test station and units under test.
Education
This job does not have a qualification requirement that allows substitution of education for specialized experience.
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 among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Additional Information
Selective Service Act: If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12885533 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Required Documents
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Packet which may include the following: Resume (must include the following information) First and Last Name Contact Information (Phone Number and Email) Position Title(s) Company/Organization Name(s) Dates of Employment (MONTH and YEAR) Duties Performed - brief descriptions that show you can perform the tasks at the required level listed in the job announcement Please be advised that copying and pasting the specialized experience from the vacancy announcement into your resume is prohibited and will result in your resume being disqualified. It is best practice to ensure military career information is listed in addition to civilian career information. Transcripts - Only a requirement if education is required OR you substitute education for specialized experience Unofficial copies may be submitted for application purposes, but placement will not occur until official transcripts have been provided. SF-50 - If you have previously been employed by another Federal Agency or previously worked for our agency, please submit a copy of the last Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50). This is NOT a requirement for those that have never been employed by a Federal Agency or those currently employed by our agency. DD214s
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the salary for the ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MECHANIC (TITLE 32) position at Air National Guard Units?
The salary range for this position is $41 - $50/hr. This is a WG-12/13 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MECHANIC (TITLE 32) job located?
This position is located in Saint Joseph, Missouri. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidate must currently be assigned to a military unit in the Missouri Air National Guard. Title 32 employees will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor (grade inversion). Maximum Military Grade - MSgt (E-7) Minimum Military Grade - SrA (E-4) immediately promotable to SSgt (E-5) GENERAL EXPERIENC...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Mar 2, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, a Secret clearance is required.
What does WG-12/13 mean?
WG-12/13 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.