AIRCRAFT ELECTRICIAN - Portland, OR, United States - Department of the Air Force

Description

Duties As an AIRCRAFT ELECTRICIAN (TITLE 32), WG-2892-5/8/10/11, this position is located in the Electro Environmental Shop in the Component Repair Branch of the Aircraft Maintenance Squadron in an Air National Guard Flying Wing, employing F-15 aircraft
The position functions to analyze malfunctions, troubleshoot, remove, install, repair, modify, maintain, test, align, calibrate and certify the components of the aircraft electrical system the electronically and pneumatically controlled environmental system, and associated test equipment, and to certify these systems are air worthy, by intensive inspections of the Electrical/Electronic and Environmental System and peripherals
(1) Performs functional tests, analyzes performance and troubleshoots the electronic, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic and mechanical functions of the subsystems integrated into the digital brake/antiskid system, maintenance annunciation panel (MAP) system of the integrated main generator, standby generator, emergency generator, flight control power, AC/DC power distribution and sub-systems integrated into the electronic/electrical and environmental systems
Interprets analog and digital operational and output characteristics and results from the Maintenance Annunciation Panel (M.A.P.), onboard computers, aircrew debriefings and specialized test equipment
The electrical system includes the electrical power generation and distribution system, the fire detection and extinguishing system, the ice and rain protection system, the landing gear system, the interior and exterior lighting system, the oxygen generation and distribution system, and the auxiliary power system
The environmental system includes compression, distribution, pressurization, heating, cooling, temperature control, moisture/air contamination control, and liquid cooling requirements
(2) Removes, repairs, calibrates, installs, aligns, inspects, and conducts operational performance checkouts on the components of the electronic/electrical and environmental systems
Analyzes malfunctions using schematics, logic and wiring diagrams, computer data, and factory drawings
Diagnoses circuit operating characteristics using on-board computer, special test equipment and laptop computers to isolates problems to the failing component
Removes and replaces components or assemblies down to the lowest level authorized by depot
Performs organizational and intermediate level maintenance modifications as required
Performs recurring inspections and system tests of the life support and the electronic/electrical and environmental system to certify aircraft are ready for flight
Modifies and updates electrical and environmental support equipment according to applicable technical publications
Maintains and operates various types of test equipment such as oscilloscopes, diagnostic computers, digital and analog multi-meters, constant speed drive test stands, voltmeters, ammeters, etc
Performs precise and advanced wiring maintenance procedures on aircraft
Utilizes computer data and specialized test equipment to interpret equipment analog/digital operational characteristics to isolate malfunctions in the appropriate sub-systems
Interprets electronic terms and symbols, and applies a variety of electronic formulas, tables and charts in order to perform fault isolation and repairs to systems and sub-systems, such as the 1553 data bus's, BUS Interface Unit (BIU), BUS Adapter Unit (BAU), F-16 Electrical Multiplexing System (EMUX), the C130J Enhanced Cargo Handling/Arial Delivery System (ECHS/ADS) and the F-15 Engine Modification from the PW to the PW which incorporates a Digital Electronic Engine Control (DEEC)
(3) Provides technical guidance, advice and/or assistance to other work centers on the interrelationship of electronic/electrical and environmental systems and their respective system, to include flight controls, offensive fire control radar, weapon release, communications, hydraulic, fuel, engine and egress
(4) Processes and accounts for supply assets in the repairable processing system to maintain aircraft records, inspection records, and equipment maintenance in computer systems (CAMS)
Documents maintenance actions and man-hour expenditures on maintenance forms and computer systems
Clears Red X symbols on maintenance forms as authorized, and performs electronic/electrical and environmental system debriefing of aircrews
Recommends methods (AFTO Form 22) to improve equipment performance and maintenance procedures, i.e., data corrections to correct software or technical order deficiencies
Processes and accounts for due-in-from maintenance (DIFM) supply assets
(5) Performs other duties as assigned
*The above description only mentions a limited amount of the position's official duties
For a full comprehensive document that covers all the duties of the position, please contact one of the Recruitment Specialists at the bottom of the announcement
Requirements Conditions of Employment

• National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• U.S

citizenship is required.

• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968

An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

• The duties of this job may significantly impact the environment

You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

• Must be able to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; shift work and/or overtime may be required.
• Federal employment suitability required and determined by a background investigation before appointment to position.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Must have a valid driver's license.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain the necessary security clearance for the position.
• Compatible Military Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC): 2A6X6
• Cross training opportunity - Applicants who do not possess the compatible AFSC will still be considered but must meet Specialized experience qualifications listed below

Must attend technical school for award of the AFSC within 12 months of hire.

Military Grades:
Enlisted Amn/E-2 through TSgt/E-6
Applicants outside of the ORANG must submit documents showing current (or previously held) military grade such as a Data Brief, vMPF rip, and/or DD214

Qualifications Areas of Consideration:
Area - Current permanent and indefinite T32 technicians of the Oregon ANG
Area - Current permanent and indefinite T5 employees of the Oregon ANG
Area - Current service members in the Oregon ANG
Area - Individuals in the active-duty US Air Force, Air Force Reserve, or Air National Guard
Area - US Citizens eligible to meet the military requirements for membership in the Oregon ANG
GENERAL and


SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:
Work involves in installing, troubleshooting, adjusting, testing, modifying, calibrating, and repairing electrical systems and equipment on aircraft, missiles, test vehicles, and aircraft training devices
Experience or training which has provided a knowledge and skill in locating and tying in the electrical systems with the aircraft armament, electronics, and instrument systems; adjusting and calibrating the components of the various electrical systems; reading and interpreting blueprints, wiring diagrams and schematics
To Qualify for


WG :
Must have at least 6 months experience or training which demonstrates the ability to learn procedures used in repairing aircraft electrical systems
Experience which demonstrates the ability to recognize simple malfunctions
Experience in the use of common hand tools to perform simple tasks
To Qualify for


WG :
Must have at least 12 months experience or training in installing, maintaining and repairing aircraft electrical systems
Experience which demonstrates the ability to diagnose and determine repairs
Experience in the use of common hand tools and measuring equipment
Experience which provided ability to lay out, set up and perform operations dependent on electrical and electronic theory and instruments

To Qualify for WG /11:
Must have at least 18 months experience or training installing, maintaining, repairing and modifying electrical systems and major substation components of electrical system
Experience diagnosing malfunctions and determining remedy when complex relationships exist among different electrical system circuits requiring knowledge of all electrical units and systems
Experience making electrical repairs that require the use of precision measuring equipment and common hand tools
Experience in the setup and operation of computerized multiple circuit analyzing equipment in manual, semiautomatic, or automatic mode to run existing and new (not fully debugged) diagnostic programs to test and analyze aircraft electrical circuitry and interconnecting cabling of systems such as navigational computers, radar, and related equipment and to repair discrepancies

Additional information Alternate Application Methods:
Current AGR members (Oregon ANG only) intending to remain AGR must submit the following: 1) NGB Form 34-1, Application for Active Guard/Reserve (AGR) - Position Announcement number and position title must be annotated on this form
2) Current Report of Individual Personnel (RIP) - In lieu of a RIP, applicant may provide a printout from the Virtual MPF (VMPF)
Documents must show your ASVAB scores
3) Copy of current physical fitn