Electronics Technician Jobs

Duties

As an Electronics Technician you will be responsible for duties to include, but are not limited to:

• Conducts technical review, analysis, and evaluation of equipment and system problems or proposals in specialized area. Determines optimum solutions in terms of costs and operating performance. Compiles data and prepares technical reports in conformance with required formats.
• Performs technical assignments in design, development and modification of existing and planned communication systems. Applies thorough practical knowledge of principles, methods, standards and techniques involved in the specialized field.
• Is responsible for detailed and complex assignments in the areas of digital satellite, frequency division multiplex equipment, time division multiplex equipment, wideband digital circuit transmission methods, technical control facility equipment and signal and power systems and grounding techniques. Applies installation techniques in the above areas we well as in hands-on troubleshooting and restorable techniques using appropriate test, measurement and diagnostic equipment such as spectrum analyzer bit error rate testers, protocol analyzers, etc.

• Reviews plans and projects for new installations and upgrades or improvements and interprets intricate installation specifications as well as new or revised procedures and policies for adequacy and compliance with regulations in order to satisfy technical and operational requirements.
• Clarifies policies and procedures and provides hands-on training.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by closing date of the announcement to be considered.
• The full performance grade level for this position is GS-12.
• Suitability Determination: If selected, you will be subject to a background investigation to establish your suitability for federal employment. The background investigation may include, among other aspects, a review of your credit and legal history.
• This position is covered by a Union Agreement; AFGE Local 1812 330 Independence Avenue S.W. Room 1169; Washington, D.C. 20237 [email protected] (202)920-4884 .
• This is a public trust position. If selected, this position requires the completion of the SF-85.
• Applicants must complete online questionnaire.

How You Will Be Evaluated

• It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered in the profile is accurate and all required documents are uploaded and submitted before 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/28/2023 of the announcement to receive consideration.
• After completing the questionnaire and uploading appropriate documents, click the Submit Application to submit your application package.
• Disability Letter (VA)
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

• How to Apply

  You are encouraged to apply online. Applying online will allow you to review and track the status of your application. If you cannot complete the Application Package online, please contact the Human Resource Specialist listed in this vacancy announcement.

  • To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents and any appropriate Accepted Documents.
  • To begin, click Apply in the announcement; then, choose to create a new USAJOBS account or Sign-in into your existing account.
  • Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
  • You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before submitting it. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
  • Click the following link to pre-view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11919952.
  • After completing the questionnaire and uploading appropriate documents, click the Submit Application to submit your application package.
  • It is applicant's responsibility to verify that information entered in the profile is accurate and all required documents are uploaded and submitted before 11:59 PM (EST) on 04/28/2023 of the announcement to receive consideration.
  • Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. If a document is not in legible format, applicant will not be able to view it in Application Manager which means applicant must again upload the documentation to the system by the closing date of this announcement.
  • To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account. The page will display the positions for which you've applied as well as the status of each application.
  • To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on the plus sign (+) next to the job title to expand information about the job. Next click on Update Application to complete the application process.
  • Note: Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. This position requires the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described previously. Please carefully review the complete job announcement, including the Required Documents, Other Information, and How to Apply sections of the announcement.
  • Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail or e-mail. All resumes/applications received at the addresses listed in the Contact Information or Agency Information will be destroyed and will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.

  Agency contact information

  Stephanie Creek-Bevins

  Phone

  202-920-2400

  Email

  [email protected]
  

  Next steps

  Once the online questionnaire and application package is received, you will receive an acknowledgement email that your submission was successful. After a review of your complete application is made, you will be notified of your rating and/or referral to the hiring official. If further evaluation or interviews are required, you will be contacted.

• Fair and Transparent

  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Financial suitability
  • Selective Service
  • New employee probationary period
  • Signature and false statements
  • Privacy Act
  • Social security number request
• Social security number request
• New employee probationary period
• Selective Service
• Human Resources will not modify or change any part of your application. If a document is not in legible format, applicant will not be able to view it in Application Manager which means applicant must again upload the documentation to the system by the closing date of this announcement.
• To return to an incomplete application, log into your USAJOBS account and click on the plus sign (+) next to the job title to expand information about the job. Next click on Update Application to complete the application process.

• Required Documents

  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

  All applicants are required to submit the following supporting document type(s):
  

  • Resume

  
  Applicants may also submit the following supporting document type(s), which may not be required for all applicants:
  

  • Cover Letter
  • DD-214/ Statement of Service
  • Disability Letter (VA)
  • Resume
  • Separation Notice (RIF)
  • SF-15

  
  Although the required documents listed in this announcement only indicates that a resume is required, other documents may be required in specific circumstances.
  ICTAP: If you are an eligible Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) applicant, you may apply for special selection over other candidates for this position. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated at 80 or above on the rating criteria for this position. ICTAP eligibles must submit one of the following as proof of eligibility for the special selection priority: a separation notice; a "Notice of Personnel Action" (SF-50) documenting separation; an agency certification that you cannot be placed after injury compensation has been terminated; an OPM notification that your disability annuity has been terminated; OR a Military Department or National Guard Bureau notification that you are retired under 5 U.S.C. 8337(h) or 8456.
  Veteran's Preference: If you are a veteran with preference eligibility and you are claiming 5-point veterans' preference, you must attach the member copy of your DD-214 or other proof of eligibility stating discharge type. If you are claiming 10-point veterans' preference, you must submit a VA letter and an Application of 10-Point Veterans' Preference (SF-15). Applicants seeking widow or other special veterans preference must submit a SF-15 form and all documents indicated for their specific form of preference. If you are still on active duty, you may submit a statement of service from your Personnel Command which states the date you entered active duty, the date you are separating, and the campaign medals you have received.
  Education: If education is a requirement or there is an option to use education for qualification purposes, you must submit your unofficial transcripts with your application package at the time of applying or before the closing date of this vacancy announcement. If selected for the position, you will be required to submit official transcripts before your Enter on Duty date.
• Privacy Act
• To verify your application is complete, log into your USAJOBS account. The page will display the positions for which you've applied as well as the status of each application.
• Financial suitability
• To apply for this position, you must complete the occupational questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents and any appropriate Accepted Documents.
• Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.
• Cover Letter
• DD-214/ Statement of Service
• Application packages will NOT be accepted via mail or e-mail. All resumes/applications received at the addresses listed in the Contact Information or Agency Information will be destroyed and will not be considered for this vacancy announcement.
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Signature and false statements
• Note: Submission of a resume alone IS NOT a complete application. This position requires the completion of additional forms and/or supplemental materials as described previously. Please carefully review the complete job announcement, including the Required Documents, Other Information, and How to Apply sections of the announcement.
• You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before submitting it. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
• Separation Notice (RIF)
• SF-15
• Resume
• BenefitsA career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Click the following link to pre-view and print the occupational questionnaire https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/11919952.
• To begin, click Apply in the announcement; then, choose to create a new USAJOBS account or Sign-in into your existing account.
• Resume

Required Documents

Clarification from the agency

Career transition (CTAP, ICTAP, RPL), the public, Veterans; All U.S. Citizens.