- Position Title
- ELECTRONICS MECHANIC
- Agency
- Army National Guard Units
- Announcement Number
- MS-12703761-AR-25-061 Opens in new window
- Open Period
- Wednesday, February 26, 2025 to Wednesday, March 12, 2025
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Eligibilities
1.
Current nationwide military/prior members willing and eligible to become National Guard members. Are you a current military or prior member willing and eligible to become a National Guard member?
Assessment 1
THIS POSITION REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP IN THE MISSISSIPPI ARMY NATIONAL GUARD.
Please answer the following questions by selecting the appropriate response(s). NOTE: Applicants are responsible for claiming their appropriate eligibility/eligibilities. We are not responsible for erroneous eligibilities that you list or those you fail to list. Ensure you thoroughly read the instructions for each section.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
1.
This vacancy is open NATIONWIDE to military (prior or current) members willing and eligible to immediately become a Mississippi Army National Guard soldier. Are you current or prior military willing and eligible to become a Mississippi Army National Guard member
2.
Do you possess experience or training which demonstrates the applicants knowledge of electrical or electronic theory, knowledge of common testing procedures, skill in the use of hand tools of the electronics trade, and skill in reading schematics?
3.
Do you possess at least 18 months of experience or training in utilizing principles, basic functions and application of theory of electronic systems or equipment? Experience in diagnosing problems and determining needed repairs for malfunctions in electronic equipment or systems? Experience in making mechanical repairs that required the use of precision measuring and calibrating equipment? Experience in using complex test equipment such as deviation meters, complex special test panels, etc? Experience which demonstrates the ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, and publications? Your answers will be verified with your resume.
4.
If you answered yes to the above question, please list the dates on your resume that support your 18 months of specialized experience.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
5.
Do you understand that failure to provide hours worked per week along with dates of employment (month/year or month/year to present) salary and job duties performed on your resume will disqualify your application?
EXAMPLE:
ABC ENTERPRISES: $55,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2001-July 2009 or January 2001-present........DETAILED description of your experience and qualifications
NOTE: UPDATE YOUR RESUME TO INCLUDE THIS INFORMATION
Simply writing: Surface Maintenance Mechanic, April 2001-present; is not sufficient to qualify your resume. Your resume must be detailed.
EXAMPLE:
ABC ENTERPRISES: $55,000 per year; 40 hours per week, January 2001-July 2009 or January 2001-present........DETAILED description of your experience and qualifications
NOTE: UPDATE YOUR RESUME TO INCLUDE THIS INFORMATION
Simply writing: Surface Maintenance Mechanic, April 2001-present; is not sufficient to qualify your resume. Your resume must be detailed.
6.
Prior to Title 32 Excepted Service appointment, an applicant must have a current completed/cleared drug test. Do you agree to this requirement?
7.
Do you have a valid driver's license in the state you primarily work or live in?
8.
Do you meet the military grade requirements listed on the announcement?
9.
Please list your current military unit of assignment.
10.
Please list your current military grade/rank.
11.
Please list your current military AFSC/MOS.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
12.
Irregular and overtime hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies. Can you support these requirements?
For each task in the following group, choose the statement from the list below that best describes your experience and/or training. Please select only one letter for each item.
Select the one statement that most accurately describes your training and experience carrying out each task using the scale provided.
13.
Comprehensive knowledge of operating electronic principles such as circuit elements, digital logic, microprocessors, core memory, interface circuits, digital data transmission, microwave, antennas, signal behavior, amplification, and display.
14.
Ability to troubleshoot, install, repair, and maintain complex electronic systems where circuit theory must be used to understand the operation of individual circuits. Skill in developing new test and repair procedures for which none exist, and when possible improving existing procedures.
15.
Ability to understand the interaction of a number of complex, interrelated circuits to determine the cause of a malfunction and the interaction of various factors.
16.
Extensive knowledge of electromechanical servo systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical and electric motor systems and their effect on each other.
17.
Skill in interpreting complex drawings, specifications, and schematics of complete systems to recognize the function and interconnections of the various assemblies and troubleshoot the systems from schematic, following signal paths trough a complex path of interconnections of components, assemblies, subassemblies, and connecting cable harnesses.
18.
Knowledge and skill to modify systems by adding, altering, or removing components in order to standardize or alter the purpose of the equipment or to incorporate new features developed since the equipment was manufactured.
19.
Skill in using a wide variety of electronic test equipment such as systems test sets, frequency meters, standing wave indicators, oscillators, ohmmeters, voltmeters, resistance bridges, and signal generators, and the use of special and common hand tools, power tools, and gauges. Skill in applying this knowledge to adapt test procedures to available test equipment, to develop time efficient means to return equipment to operation.
20.
Skill in using gunner's quadrants, transits, levels, and theodolites to survey LP/C, M/LPA mounts, and SRP/PDS mounting bolts for exactness. Skill to use recovery-rigging techniques to attach/secure hoists, slings, and lifting devices using authorized equipment to accomplish repairs.
21.
Ability to switch from one theory of operations to another or to combine theories depending on the type of system being repaired.
22.
Skill and knowledge to provide technical assistance and instruction.
Select “Yes” or “No” to the following question(s).
23.
I certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, all of the information included in this questionnaire is true, correct and provided in good faith. I understand that if I make an intentional false statement or commit deception or fraud in this application or its supporting materials, or in any document or interview associated with the examination process, I may be fined or imprisoned (18 U.S.C 1001); my eligibilities may be canceled; I may be denied an appointment; or I may be removed and debarred from Federal Service (5 C.F.R Part 731). I understand that any information I give may be investigated. I understand that responding "No" to this item will result in my not being considered for this position.