Electronics Technician

You will serve as an ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN in the Command, Control, Communications and Computer (C4) Systems Department (N6), IT Service Execution Division (N64), Combat Logistics C4 Support (N641), Ordnance/ Dry Cargo C4 Support Unit (N6412) of MILITARY SEALIFT COMMAND.

Duties

• You will have knowledge of the regulatory requirements for ships and their equipment such as American Bureau of Shipping, United States Coast Guard, and Federal Communications Commission.
• You will have knowledge of advanced theory, concepts, principles, and practices in the electrical and electronic field which enables incumbents to apply practical knowledge of electronic theories and principles in resolving issues.
• You will inspect MSC ships for compliance with internal official policies and procedures for vessel navigational, radio communication and general electronic equipment with emphasis on reliability and reparability.
• You will provide budgetary inputs for general electronic system maintenance and repair work and expected electronics improvement projects.
• You will examine shipboard navigation and communication facilities to ensure ships are capable of maintaining satisfactory communications with the Navy and MSC fleet, applicable shore facilities and mission sponsors as required.
• You will review maintenance documentation and provide input for the development of maintenance plans.
• You will collaborate with engineers to complete ship maintenance, repair, or modernization projects.

Requirements

• 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.
• Generally, current federal employees applying for GS jobs must serve at least one year at the next lower grade level.
• This requirement is called time-in-grade. Time-in-grade requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.
• 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.
• You will be required to obtain and maintain an interim and/or final security clearance prior to entrance on duty.
• 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.

Qualifications

• 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.
• Specialized experience must demonstrate the following:
• Experience developing, scheduling, coordinating, and managing projects and resources including monitoring and inspecting costs, work, and contractor performances.
• Experience applying the latest advancements and developments in electronic theories and practices to troubleshoot technical problems that aren't readily remedied by traditional methods.
• Experience coordinating innovative, unusual, or routine shipboard electronic installations, maintenance and sustainment activities.
• Experience devising methods and procedures for electronic system troubleshooting, maintenance, and repair.
• Experience researching, developing, and evaluating effectiveness and technical adequacy of work items and proposals for resolving complicated and critical electronic problems.
• Experience using life cycle support functions for corrective or preventative maintenance of electronic communication systems.
• Experience inspecting and evaluating shipboard communication systems to assess reliability, operation, readiness, and safety.

Additional information

• This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program.
• Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement.
• This position is subject to work an uncommon tour, including nights, weekends, and holidays to meet mission requirements.
• Overtime or night differential pay and/or unusual duty hours may be required.
• Certain incentives (such as Recruitment, Relocation) may be authorized to eligible selectees.
• 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.
• During the application process you will have the ability to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions in the local commuting area.
• 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.
• Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ).

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.