Job summary

You will serve as a ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN in the DEPARTMENT OF THE NAVY of FWD DEPLOYED REG MAINT CTR DET ROTA, Spain.

Major duties

You will troubleshoot ship electronic navigation systems to diagnose system faults. You will evaluate the condition of equipment to determine repair parts or materials needed. You will analyze testing methods to determine effectiveness of electronic systems. You will collaborate with engineers to complete ship maintenance, repair, or modernization projects. You will adapt methods and techniques to solve electronic operational problems on ship systems.

Qualification

Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-11 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector: 1) Providing technical services to include, inspecting, repairing, and providing training on navigation equipment and systems (e.g. WSN-7 Ring Laser Inertial Navigator, SSN-6 NAVSSI, AN/SSN-9 GPNTS, Electromagnetic Log (EMLOG), MV103 Fluxgate Magnetic Compass, Integrated Bridge Navigation System (IBNS/IBS)); 2) Troubleshooting, repairing, and configuring Navigation Systems and their interfaces; 3) Utilizing associated engineering disciplines (e.g. mechanical, electrical, electronic, and structural) to resolve problems affecting the Navigation systems; 4) Providing technical assistance for mission degrading Casualty Reports (CASREP). NOTE: This information must be supported in your resume to be considered for this position. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Electronics Technical Series 0856 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. CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT CONTINUED: The work regularly involves frequent exposure to hazardous conditions such as: high electrical voltages; large rotating machinery elements; electromagnetic radiation from high powered transmitters; nuclear radiation in and around machinery spaces aboard nuclear powered ships; explosive, flammable or incendiary materials, turbines, condensers, etc.; and entering enclosed spaces below the ship's water line (sonar domes, tanks, etc.) The work is normally required aboard U.S. and foreign naval ships at berths, at anchor or at buoys within the harbor. On numerous occasions and with short notice, there will be requirements to perform temporary additional duty at sea on naval ships and/or at naval or private shipyards located throughout the world (including combat zones) utilizing government as well as commercial aircraft. Helicopter and aircraft (COD) flights are utilized for transfer to/from ships at sea. High line transfer from ship to ship may be occasionally required. This position has been identified as one in which shift h~urs may be changed without three days advance notice and for periods of less than three weeks. This position requires the incumbent be eligible for an official government passport. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTINUED: Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position. If you are a dual citizen, please identify the countries of citizenship. The NATO Status of Forces Agreement prohibits employment in the U.S. Civilian Component in a host nation of any person who holds dual citizenship of the U.S. and the host nation. For example: A person who holds both Italian and U.S. citizenship may not be employed in the U.S. Civilian Component in Italy; however, that person is not prohibited by the NATO Status of Forces Agreement from employment in the U.S. civilian Component in another NATO host nation of which (s)he does not hold citizenship. Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation or Student Loan Repayment) may be authorized to eligible selectees. A relocation incentive is generally a single payment intended to offset some of the relocation costs experienced by the selectee. A relocation incentive may be authorized.

Education

THERE ARE NO EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS FOR THIS POSITION.

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 competencies: ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGEMENT MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PARTNERING TESTING AND EVALUATION TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRONIC SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT 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, qualifications, and time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.