Optical Instrument Repairer

This position is located in the Joint Forces Headquarters-State Logistics Directorate (J-4) Surface Maintenance Facility. The primary purpose of this position is to perform maintenance repair and inspections on optical and non-optical precision instruments and related devices

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(1) Repairs modifies overhauls inspects troubleshoots tests adjusts and cleans the optics and supporting mechanical and electrical elements of complex panoramic telescopes. These contain offset prism assemblies fire control instruments and a wide variety of less complex instruments and devices such as transits theodolites aiming circles binoculars searchlights gunners quadrants compasses periscopes telescopes and mounts surveying sets and fire direction sets.

(2) Visually inspects optical instrument equipment and operates mechanisms to determine serviceability damaged or worn parts and malfunctions. Disassembles equipment; examines for serviceability using precision measuring instruments and special tools; checks lenses and prisms for aberrations; replaces worn or defective parts; reassembles adjusts and tests for alignment collimation and operations. Interprets and applies special modifications in accordance with prescribed Modification Work Orders (MWOS). Inspects cleans and makes minimal repairs to the more complex optical devices such as ballistic computing range-finders; L.A.S.E.R. range finders and designators hermetically sealed full field coincidence image fire control range-finders; and articulated telescopes containing offset prism assemblies eyepiece assemblies articulated joint assemblies and erector assemblies. Refers to a variety of technical manuals to obtain proper setup and testing procedures. Uses special fixtures testing and measuring equipment such as telescope and azimuth test fixtures binocular collimator fixture surface plate micrometers dial indicators and depth gauges for adjusting and testing optical instruments and devices.

(3) Abides by safety precautions when working with compressors hoses and tank testing equipment. Analyzes and tests continuity of electrical circuits by utilizing test equipment such as ohmmeter voltmeter and multi-voltage test set. Required to inspect diagnose and repair high voltage power sources used with night vision devices aware of the hazards involved in checking high voltage circuits.

(4) Serves as a commodity inspector during technical inspections Command Maintenance Evaluation Team (COMET) or Maintenance Assistance and (MAIT) Instruction Team. Provides technical advice and assistance to units and field maintenance shops throughout the state. Troubleshoots and makes on-the-spot corrections repairs and adjustments when possible. Instructs unit personnel in the proper operation and maintenance procedures for care use adjustment and storage of equipment being inspected.

(5) 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.

Military Grades: CW2 & Below and All Enlisted Grades

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience education or training which demonstrates the candidates ability to apply knowledge of optical theory and constructive principles in order to test repair align and collimate a variety of complex optical equipment. Must have the ability to understand and apply instructions and specifications; and interpret blue prints and diagrams of optical paths and mechanical linkages. Must have the ability to use hand and power tools common to an optical shop.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have eighteen (18) months experience or training repairing rebuilding overhauling systems and components of optical instrument equipment. Experience in diagnosing malfunction in determining remedy where complex relationships exist among optical systems and supporting mechanical and electrical systems. Experience in the use of a variety of measuring and testing equipment. Experience interpreting technical manuals blueprints schematics and work orders.