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Position Title
Precision Measurement Equipment Calibrator
Agency
U.S. Army Aviation and Missile Command
Announcement Number
WTDJ226955788593HD Opens in new window
Open Period
Friday, June 10, 2022 to Friday, July 1, 2022
For preview purposes only. To apply, please return to the USAJOBS announcement and click the Apply button.
Eligibilities
1. Do you claim Veterans’ Preference? (limit characters)
Conditions of Employment
This position has requirements which must be met prior to employment, and conditions for continued employment. Your answers to the questions in this section will indicate your understanding of, or possession of, these requirements and conditions. (limit characters)
1. This position has a requirement to lift up to 50 lbs. in the regular performance of duties. Are you willing and able to meet the lifting requirement? (limit characters)
Assessment 1
Thank you for your interest in a Precision Measurement Equipment Calibrator, WG-3378-11 position with the Department of the Army. We will evaluate your resume and your responses to this assessment questionnaire to determine if you are among the best qualified for this position. Your responses are subject to verification. Please review your responses for accuracy before you submit this questionnaire. (limit characters)
1. From the descriptions below, select the appropriate response based on your level of experience, education, and/or training, that you fully possess and that demonstrates your ability to perform Precision Measurement Equipment Calibrator duties without more than normal supervision.
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Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided. (limit characters)
2. Calibrate for accuracy, electronic, electrical, and electromechanical equipment or systems used in industrial, ground, airborne, and experimental applications.
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3. Use of precision diagnostic equipment to determine accuracy of instruments tested.
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4. Resolve calibration problems involving electronic, physical dimension, or optical equipment/systems being repaired, modified, or tested.
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5. Measure electronic/electrical characteristics and values to determine equipment/system accuracy.
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6. Apply electronic principles to collect, reduce, and analyze calibration data for TMDE.
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7. Apply mathematical concepts to determine measurement accuracy.
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8. Determine measurement tolerances and total uncertainty of connected instruments.
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9. Prepare calibration reports for customer use, providing information such as assigned values, and tolerances of instrument being calibrated.
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10. Develop technical procedures required by changing equipment requirements.
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11. Perform physical and dimensional measurements to ensure operational precision of electronic systems.
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12. Analyze interface problems between instruments, instrument controllers, and sensors in measurement systems.
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13. Interpret technical data in schematic diagrams, tables, and charts to perform repairs to calibration equipment.
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14. Use equipment specifications to determine the proper equipment setup for measuring instruments accuracy of calibration.
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15. Use ionizing radiation calibration to calibrate radiation detection instruments.
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16. Provide measurement traceability through the National Institute of Standard to determine information on TMDE accuracy.
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17. Use precision instruments such as multi-meters, oscilloscopes, signal generators, and frequency counters to calibrate equipment according to standards.
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18. Use computer software to operate automated testing and calibration systems.
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19. Utilize calibration hand tools such as calipers, micrometers, and feeler gauges to meet TMDE calibration standards.
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20. Use of hand and power tools to install electronic equipment.
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21. Apply troubleshoot techniques and practices to diagnose and repair TMDE.
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22. Use laboratory diagnostic instruments to determine cause of measurement d1iscrepancy.
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23. Perform troubleshooting at the board and component level to identify equipment malfunction.
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24. Your responses to the Announcement and Assessment Questionnaires, along with your resume and all supporting documentation are subject to evaluation and verification to ensure accuracy. Please take this opportunity to review your responses to ensure their accuracy. (limit characters)