Job summary

You will serve as an AIRCRAFT ELECTRICIAN in the Production Trades Division, Industrial Execution Department of FLEET READINESS CENTER SOUTHWEST.

Major duties

You will perform a variety of complex electrician duties on board various fixed, rotary wing and trainer aircraft and aircraft. components. You will make independent decisions and judgments regarding complex troubleshooting techniques, modification, and repair procedures. You will plan the sequence and determine the extent and nature of repairs necessary to correct electrical faults on board aircraft. You will be responsible for actively participating in command goals and programs such as but not limited to Quality, Safety, FOD, tool control, housekeeping, use of work order documents and technical directives and special skill certifications.

Qualification

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 DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION A) Have the ability to perform the most difficult and complex tasks including: Apply comprehensive knowledge of electrical theory, principles, circuitry, thorough knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, their interrelationship and working knowledge of electronic principles. Recognize actual circuit configuration on schematics, and diagrams; Trace signal paths through printed circuits and aircraft wiring in order to troubleshoot, modify, repair, overhaul and maintain complete electrical systems on board aircraft, such as antiskid, automatic flight control and fuel indicating systems; Disassemble, repair, modification, assembly, listing, installation and maintenance of aircraft electrical systems, equipment and accessories, auto flight controls, fire detection instrumentation, power distribution, fuel indicating systems and utilities used in/on fixed and rotary wing aircraft. Skill in using test equipment such as Automatic test equipment (ATE), oscilloscopes, multimeters, meggers, phase meters and frequency meters as well as any other test equipment specific to the trade; knowledge of aircraft power supply equipment to the extent of connecting and applying power to aircraft; Plan the sequence and determine the extent and nature of repairs necessary to correct electrical faults on board aircraft. B) Apply knowledge of electrical theory, principles, circuitry, thorough knowledge of aircraft electrical systems, their interrelationship and working knowledge of electronic principles. Recognize actual circuit configuration on schematics and diagrams; Trace signal paths through printed circuits and aircraft wiring in order to troubleshoot, modify, repair overhaul and maintain complete electrical systems on board aircraft, such as antiskid, automatic flight control and fuel indicating systems; Disassemble, repair, modification, assembly, listing, installation and maintenance of aircraft electrical systems, equipment and accessories, auto flight controls, fire detection instrumentation, power distribution, fuel indicating systems and utilities used in/ on fixed and rotary wing aircraft. Skill in using test equipment such as Automatic test equipment (ATE), oscilloscopes, multi-meters, meggers, phase meters and frequency meters as well as any other test equipment specific to the trade; knowledge of aircraft power supply equipment to the extent of connecting and applying power to aircraft; Plan the sequence and determine the extent and nature of repairs necessary to correct electrical faults on board aircraft. C) Have the ability to perform common tasks including a variety of electrician duties on board various fixed, rotary wing and trainer aircraft and aircraft components; Perform electrician work involved in disassembly, repair, modification, assembly, testing, installation and maintenance of aircraft electrical systems, equipment and accessories such as automatic flight control, fire detection, instrumentation, power distribution, fuel indicating systems and utilities used in/on fixed and rotary wing aircraft. Apply knowledge of AC and DC power; Apply knowledge in the use of blueprints, technical manuals, wiring diagrams, schematics, drawings and technical directives. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: 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.

Evaluations

In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific when describing your experience. When the application process is complete, we will review your resume to ensure you meet the hiring eligibility and qualification requirements listed in this announcement. You will be rated based on the information provided in your resume and responses to the Occupational Questionnaire, along with your supporting documentation to determine your ability to demonstrate the following job elements: ABILITY TO DO THE WORK OF THE POSITION WITHOUT MORE THAN NORMAL SUPERVISION ABILITY TO USE AND MAINTAIN HAND TOOLS (ELECTRICAL WORK) KNOWLEDGE OF ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT TECHNICAL PRACTICES (THEORETICAL, PRECISE, ARTISTIC) THEORY AND INSTRUMENTS (ELECTRICAL, ELECTRONIC) USED IN SHOP AND TRADE PRACTICES TROUBLESHOOTING (ELECTRICAL) You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. If after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you inflated your qualifications and/or experience, your score may be adjusted to more accurately reflect your abilities or you may be found ineligible/not qualified. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment. All eligibility and qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.