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ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MECHANIC
Department of the Air Force
Air Mobility Command
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The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Avionics Technician to operate, inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, align, modify, rebuild, overhaul, reassemble, calibrate, and certify the components of the avionic multi-systems on assigned aircraft to provide training to reservists in the accomplishment of tasks set forth herein.
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Summary
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Avionics Technician to operate, inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, align, modify, rebuild, overhaul, reassemble, calibrate, and certify the components of the avionic multi-systems on assigned aircraft to provide training to reservists in the accomplishment of tasks set forth herein.
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Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
McGuire AFB, NJ
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $77,887 - $90,889 per year
The Hourly Rate is $37.32-$43.55
Pay scale & grade
WG 12
Promotion potential None
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Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes Security clearance Secret Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number 5N-AFPC-13056178-096682-VEM Control number 883427000
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Federal employees - Competitive service
Current federal employees whose agencies follow the U.S. Office of Personnel Managements hiring rules and pay scales.
Federal employees - Excepted service
Current federal employees whose agencies have their own hiring rules, pay scales and evaluation criteria.
Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL)
Federal employees whose job, agency or department was eliminated and are eligible for priority over other applicants.
Land and base management
Current or former employees of a base management agency.
Veterans
Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference
Military spouses
Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.
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multi-system test stations and specialized avionics test stations.
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Conditions of employment
Qualifications
In order to qualify, you must meet the quality level of experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards Handbook X-118C.
QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants will be rated in accordance with the OPM Qualification Standard Handbook X-118C for the WG-2600, Electronic Equipment Installation and Maintenance Group, Electronics Mechanic. Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most blue-collar positions, must meet any screen-out element listed, show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties at the level for which you are applying. Emphasis is on the quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time.
The screen out element for this position is the Ability to Do the Work without more than normal supervision
JOB ELEMENTS: Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
Knowledge of the abbreviated test language for all systems and programming principles sufficient to analyze aircraft and test multi-systems, pneumatic equipment, and computerized test station software and software problems sufficient to make recommendations to software engineers to correct problems resulting from software and hardware deficiencies and advise engineers on the effect of proposed changes or modifications to software or sub-systems that effect the entire aircraft multi-system or digital analog video (DAV) multi-system test station and of USAF Technical Order Program.
Knowledge of electronics, software controlled test multi-system DAV automated test station, interface test adapters (ITA), display unit test set (DUTS), DAV associated equipment (electrical load bank, video pattern generator, memory loader/verifier, video monitors, and pneumatic test sets test stations, their peripherals test results, a variety of test equipment, self-test programs and technical data containing schematic diagrams, signal, data diagrams, test procedures, program information, mathematical formulas to analyze performance, inspect, test, troubleshoot, identify, isolate malfunctions, repair, disassemble, assemble, rebuild, overhaul, modify, calibrate, align, and determine malfunction is in the test software, the unit under test, or the test station, the interaction of aircraft avionic multi-systems that are interfaced with the test multi-system DAV automated test station, ITA, DUTS, DAV associated equipment (electrical load bank, video pattern generator, memory loader/verifier, video monitors, heads-up display, and pneumatic test sets) test station in the work center (e.g. electronic flight controls, environmental and fire detection control, radar, radio navigation, warning and caution, mission computer/electronic displays, and integrated radio management)
3.Skill in analyzing, troubleshooting, repairing malfunctions in the test multi-system DAV automated test station, ITA, DUTS, DAV associated equipment (electrical load bank, video pattern generator, memory loader/verifier, video monitors, heads-up display, pneumatic test sets) test software, aircraft avionic multi-systems to include electronic flight controls, environmental and fire detection control, radar and radio navigation, warning and caution, mission computer/electronic displays, integrated radio management. Basic computer skills are required. Must be able to access, use computer based maintenance documentation and supply systems, be capable of assimilating training on new systems as they are developed and implemented
Ability to adapt, extend applicable technical guidance, directives, schematics, logic and wiring diagrams, programming tables, computer program flow charts, software user guides, computer program listings, factory drawings for the sub-systems, test station, software to formulate overall multi-system operation needed to analyze performance, test, inspect, troubleshoot, identify and isolate malfunctions, disassemble, modify, repair, rebuild, overhaul, calibrate, align all components of the test multi-system DAV automated test station, ITA, DUTS, DAV associated equipment (electrical load bank, video pattern generator, memory loader/verifier, video monitors, heads-up display, and pneumatic test sets), specialized avionics test sets (APN- 240, APN-169, 1553B controlled APX-100, 1553B controlled ARC-164, ARINC-429 controller tactical air navigation), aircraft avionic multi-systems to include electronic flight controls, environmental and fire detection control, radar and radio navigation, warning and caution, mission computer/electronic displays, integrated radio management composed of line replaceable units (LRU) to include mission computers, heads-up display, instrument, flight controls, malfunction display, sensors signal interface, air data, communications, interphone, instrument landing, station keeping equipment, radar, cryptographic systems.
Interpret and comply with regulations, instructions on security, safety, documentation, other publications governing the performance of duties, to use common and peculiar hand tools, logic analyzers, independent, computer controlled 1553 databus simulator/analyzers, independent and computer controlled ARINC-429 databus simulator/analyzers, RF signal generators, IF signal generators, audio signal generators, voltage measurement devices used to measure continuous wave RF, pulsed RF, amplitude modulated RF, frequency modulated RF, audio, DC, pulsed DC, and AC signals to troubleshoot, repair, calibrate, and maintain the test multi-system DAV automated test station, ITA, DUTS, DAV associated equipment (electrical load bank, video pattern generator, memory loader/verifier, video monitors, heads-up display, and pneumatic test sets) most test equipment, aircraft avionic multi-systems to include electronic flight controls, environmental and fire detection control, radar and radio navigation, warning and caution, mission computer/electronic displays, integrated radio management composed of LRUs to include mission computers, heads-up display, instrument, flight controls, malfunction display, sensors signal interface, air data, communications, interphone, instrument landing, station keeping equipment, radar, cryptographic systems, APN-240 station keeping equipment (SKE), APN-169 SKE, identify friend/foe. Effectively communicate with worker, supervisors in English using both oral and written reports. Clean work area and/or job site upon completion of work.
Physical Effort
Involves lifting components/equipment, working in tiring, uncomfortable positions. Items lifted weigh up to 40 pounds, occasionally objects weighing in excess of 40 pounds. Requires a high degree of manual dexterity, eye to hand coordination, prolonged standing, walking, and normal color vision.
Working Conditions
Performed inside in a shop environment, outside on the aircraft, subject to inclement weather. Mechanics are subject to injuries such as cuts and bruises and may be subject to danger from exposure to hazardous materials, high pressure air, high noise level, electrical shock, RF radiation, burns from soldering irons.
PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.
VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training, experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.
Additional information
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location.
Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information.
120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur.
Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected, and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist.
Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement.
Disabled veteran leave is available to a Federal employee hired on/after 5 Nov 2016, who is a veteran with a service-connected disability rating of 30% or more. For more information, click here.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.
BASIS OF RATING: Your application will be rated under the Cut Point procedures based on the extent to which the quality, depth, and complexity of your experience relates to the qualification requirements. Additional points are not added for Veterans Preference; however, Veterans Preference is considered where applicable.
Best Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess exceptional skills and experience to exceed well above the minimum requirements.
Fully Qualified Group: Candidates in this category possess good skills and experience above the minimum requirements.
Basically Qualified Group: Candidates in this category meet the minimum experience requirements.
The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.
Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.
APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.
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Required Documents
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The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.
ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the members military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:
Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt.
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).
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The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/11/2026
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13056178
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
A complete Application Questionnaire
Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicants responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
Agency contact information
Total Force Service Center
Phone 1-800-525-0102 Email DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY Address JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
2903 McGuire Blvd
JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ 08641
US
Next steps
Once your application package is received an acknowledgement email will be sent.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.
ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE MEMBERS: The VOW Act requires federal agencies to treat an eligible active duty service member as a veteran, disabled veteran, and preference eligible (as applicable) when applying for civil service positions before the effective release or discharge date. Appointment of military members before the release or discharge date is permissible if the member is on terminal leave. At the time the active duty member applies for a civil position, he or she must submit a "certification" memo in lieu of a DD-Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty. Active duty members applying for a civil service position without submitting a valid certification memo or DD-Form 214 with their application will render the member ineligible for the position. The certification memo must originate from the members military service branch on official letterhead and contain the following:
Note: The VOW Act provides tentative preference. If appointed, a DD Form-214 must be submitted upon receipt.
OPTIONAL DOCUMENTS:
Performance Appraisals for Current Federal Civilian Employees - Most recent performance appraisals (dated within last 3 years) showing the official rating of record, signed by a supervisor, or statement why the performance appraisal is unavailable.
Awards for Current Federal Civilian employees - List any awards received within the last 3 years on the resume.
Note: Applicant must not submit award Notification of Personnel Actions (SF50s).
How to Apply
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The complete Application Package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 09/11/2026
To preview the Application Questionnaire, please click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13056178
To begin the process, click the Apply Online button to create an account or log in to your existing USAJOBS account. Follow the prompts to complete the application questionnaire. Please ensure you click the Submit My Application button at the end of the process.
To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
A complete Application Questionnaire
Additional Required Documents (see Required Documents section). Ensure all submitted documents contain your full name.
Help recruiters find you. Make your resume and profile searchable, which means recruiters may contact you about possible jobs. Additional information may be located here.
PLEASE NOTE: It is the applicants responsibility to verify that information entered and/or uploaded, (i.e., resume) is received, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. You may verify your documents have been processed with your application package successfully. You can access your USAJOBS account to do so by clicking here. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
Human Resources WILL NOT modify or change any answers submitted by an applicant.
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Agency contact information
Total Force Service Center
Phone 1-800-525-0102 Email DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY Address JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
2903 McGuire Blvd
JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ 08641
US
Next steps
Once your application package is received an acknowledgement email will be sent.
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application.Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility and qualifications for consideration. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
To check the status of your application or return to a previous or incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account, select My Applications, and click on the more information link under the application status for this position.
If you do not provide an email address, you are responsible for checking status updates and notifications in USAJOBS. Hard copy notifications will not be sent to you.
Expand Hide next steps
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Air Mobility Command
The mission of the United States Air Force is: To fly, fight, and win ... Airpower anytime, anywhere. To achieve that mission, the Air Force has a vision of Global Vigilance, Global Reach and Global Power. That vision orbits around three core competencies: Developing Airmen, Technology-to-Warfighting and Integrating Operations. Core competencies and distinctive capabilities are based on a shared commitment to three core values -- integrity first, service before self, and excellence in all we do.
Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide:
Agency contact information
Total Force Service Center
Phone 1-800-525-0102 Email DO.NOT.EMAIL@CALL.ONLY Address JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst
2903 McGuire Blvd
JB McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, NJ 08641
US
Summary
Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information.
The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Avionics Technician to operate, inspect, test, troubleshoot, repair, align, modify, rebuild, overhaul, reassemble, calibrate, and certify the components of the avionic multi-systems on assigned aircraft to provide training to reservists in the accomplishment of tasks set forth herein.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Location
FEW vacancies in the following location:
McGuire AFB, NJ
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $77,887 - $90,889 per year
The Hourly Rate is $37.32-$43.55
Pay scale & grade
WG 12
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status No Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test Yes Security clearance Secret Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate Risk
Jobs require a background check and some require a security clearance. The type depends on the job.
Background check type
Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number 5N-AFPC-13056178-096682-VEM Control number 883427000
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