Electronics Mechanic

Summary

About the Position: This position serves as an Electronics Mechanic position located at Fort Bragg, NC.

Duties

• Troubleshoot tactical radio relay systems and satellite communication systems using advanced test equipment without requiring step-by-step guidance.
• Evaluate the performance of video display terminals, modems, and spectrum monitors to verify that systems adhere to required technical specifications.
• Train co-workers on the proper overhaul, installation, and modification procedures for specialized electronic assemblages and subsystems.
• Demonstrate the safe and accurate use of diagnostic tools, such as dual trace oscilloscopes and resistance bridges, to assist unit personnel in improving their repair skills.
• Maintain and prepare a wide variety of test sets, signal generators, and hand tools to ensure diagnostic accuracy and equipment availability for the shop.
• Coordinate the setup of electronic sub-systems, modules, and meteorological devices prior to maintenance to streamline the overhaul and repair process.
• Guide team members in the adjustment, maintenance, and repair of complex pulse control modulated (PCM) devices to ensure work is completed accurately and safely.
• Direct personnel during the installation and testing of major communication centrals and repeater systems to ensure all operational requirements and quality standards are met.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans Current Department of Army Civilian Employees Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange Agreement Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce Executive Order (E.O.) 12721 Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473 People with Disabilities, Schedule A Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. There is no specific length of training or experience required. However, you must be able to demonstrate, through experience shown in your written application materials that you possess the sufficient knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the work of this position without more than normal supervision. Minimum Qualifications (Screen Out Element): Ability to do the work of an Electronics Mechanic without more than normal supervision. I am skilled in installing and repairing complex electronic equipment and systems, such as tactical radios and satellite communication systems. I am experienced in using specialized electronic test equipment, such as oscilloscopes and signal generators, to troubleshoot and diagnose equipment failures and Repairing electronic components and sub-systems, such as amplifiers and power supplies, and providing technical guidance to other workers without more than normal supervision. - Failure to meet this Screen Out Element will result in an ineligible rating. Ability To Do The Work Of The Position Without More Than Normal Supervision (Screen-out Element) Ability To Lead or Supervise Ability To Provide Production Support Services Ability To: Inspect Instruct PHYSICAL EFFORT: Work assignments require light to moderate physical effort. Incumbent must frequently lift, carry, or otherwise handle items weighing up to 40 pounds; occasionally handles items up to 75 pounds. Assistance is usually available with heavy items. Must work in a sitting position for extended periods. Standing, walking, bending, crouching, reaching and stooping is required. WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is usually performed inside in well lighted, heated and ventilated areas. There is danger of burns or shock from high voltage and burns from soldering irons, radiation burns, cuts, bruises and burns from the use of hand tools and power driven machines. Subject to eye strain from working on miniaturized electronic components. Very good hand and eye coordination is required.

How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/16/2026 to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application (https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13052838). Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. As a reminder, your resume must be two pages or less and must support the specialized experience described in this announcement. Resumes exceeding two pages will be removed from consideration. For additional information, refer to the 'Required Documents' section. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. Your resume selected in USAJOBS will be included, but you must re-select other documents from your USAJOBS account or your application may be incomplete. It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan. Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the USA Staffing Applicant Resource Center. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://www.usajobs.gov/applicant/profile/dashboard/), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://help.usajobs.gov/how-to/application/status.