Federal

ELECTRONIC MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (TITLE 32)

Army National Guard Units ยท Department of the Army
๐Ÿ“ Jefferson City, Missouri WG-11 $35 - $41/hr
Posted: Mar 26, 2026 Deadline: Apr 17, 2026 (Closes in 13 days days left)

About This Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service Position. This National Guard position is for a Permanent WG-2602-11 ELECTRONIC MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D1201000 and is part of the MO Combined Support Maintenance Shop. This is a bargaining unit position.

Qualifications

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Selected candidate must currently be assigned to a military unit in the Missouri Army National Guard. Title 32 employees will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor (grade inversion). Maximum Military Grade - CW3 (W-3) with date of rank after 01 April 2025 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess experience or training which demonstrates a working knowledge of electronic principles involved in the generation and measurement of such elements as voltage, current, impedance, capacitance, frequency and inductance; and skilled in the use of various precision measurement instruments and standards.

WG-11 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must possess specialized experience in the practical application of operating principles of the production and utilization of oscillations over a broad range of frequencies; signal and waveform behavior distortion and amplification; pulse trigger and synchronization techniques, digital/analog processing and data conversion techniques; and a variety of display and indication of methods. The specialized experience must also include experience in the repair and maintenance of items such as microwave equipment, radar and missile test consoles, high frequency sampling and storage oscilloscopes, distortion analyzers, recording oscillographs and digital delay generators; diagnosing malfunctions and determining remedy where complex relationships exist among different electronic systems requiring knowledge of units and systems with possible damage to equipment if incorrectly handled; using precision equipment measurement instruments such as pulse generators, oscilloscopes, analyzers, frequency counters and vacuum tube voltmeters, etc.; and interpreting and applying a variety of technical electronic information such as schematic symbols, mathematical expressions and formulas, calibration procedures, and other reference materials.

Major Duties

Calibrates and repairs TMDE within support capability and authority including various levels of calibration as designated in technical bulletins, manuals, etc.

Performs functional electronic, physical, and radioactive testing involving interpretation and analysis of measurement data, in accordance with cyclic inspection requirements.

Aligns, troubleshoots, tests, inspects, repairs, modifies, calibrates and certifies precision measurement equipment such as multimeters, microwave equipment, oscilloscopes, temperature analyzers, mercurial barometers, gage blocks and micrometer.

Aligns, troubleshoots, tests, inspects, repairs, modifies, calibrates and certifies precision measurement equipment such as caliper dimensional equipment, digital voltmeters, signal generators, torque wrenches, pressure gauges, and torque testers.

Analyzes and isolates component malfunctions; calculates and determines tolerances; and performs tests and calibrations in accordance with instructions.

Sets up system test sets and various types of test equipment.

Diagnoses equipment, makes repairs, and replaces defective parts/components such as integrated circuits, printed circuit boards, electronic condition coils, radiation detector boards/circuits, crystals, transistors, tubes, and transformers.

Diagnoses equipment, makes repairs, and replaces defective parts/components such as condensers, diodes, relays potentiometers, and related components.

Following repair, tests by applying signals in known amplitude and wave shape into oscilloscopes to observe wave pattern.

Completes necessary Army Maintenance Management System (TAMMS), calibration, radiation reports and other records and forms on work completed.

Follows appropriate safety procedures, with special care being exercised while calibrating high voltage, radio frequency, radioactive sources and high-pressure instruments and gauges.

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/12917649 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 MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (TITLE 32) position at Army National Guard Units?
The salary range for this position is $35 - $41/hr. This is a WG-11 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the ELECTRONIC MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC (TITLE 32) job located?
This position is located in Jefferson City, 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 Army National Guard. Title 32 employees will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor (grade inversion). Maximum Military Grade - CW3 (W-3) with date of rank after 01 April 2025 GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess experience or trai...
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 Apr 17, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, a Secret clearance is required.
What does WG-11 mean?
WG-11 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.