Aircraft Electrician

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.

• 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 ACIDC 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 (MAP) 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• 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.
• Inspects tests and performs operative maintenance on cryogenic and gaseous oxygen and nitrogen servicing equipment. Is able to provide a thorough inspection of the complete electronic/electrical and environmental and other systems of the aircraft during special and phase inspections.
• Prepares for and participates in various types of readiness evaluations such as Operational Readiness inspections (ORI) Inspector General (IG) inspections Unit Effectiveness Inspections and mobility and command support exercises.
• Complies with safety fire security and housekeeping regulations. Ensures that material equipment and components are properly stored protected and maintained.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing states National Guard required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a trial period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• This is an indefinite position that will not exceed 01/12/2030

Military Grades: Enlisted (E-6 and below)

Compatible Military Assignments: AFSC: Must hold a 2A6X6 AFSC or be eligible to cross train.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: WG-05- Must possessexperience 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

WG-08- Must possess 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

WG-11- Must possess 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 exists 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