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This is an Open Title 5 Excepted Service Non-Uniformed Personnel position, open to the Public and to Veterans following the MN National Guard Merit Placement plan.
AGENCY: MN Air and Army National Guard
LOCATION: Duluth, MN
SELECTION OFFICAL: Bill Pierce218-788-7452
This is an Excepted Service position in the MN National Guard. Membership in the National Guard is not required for employment. Competitive service employees may apply however will be converted to Excepted service if hired.
10/24/2024 to 11/07/2024
$35.52 - $41.46 per hour
WG 13
1 vacancy in the following location:
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No
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
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Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
13
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MN-12590732-25-016
815911200
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
Title 5 Excepted Service, Non-uniformed Position with the Minnesota National Guard,
Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list
A ELECTRONIC MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT INSPECTOR, WG-2602-13, 1. Performs inspections on the final tuning, alignment, calibration, trouble shooting, repair, test, maintenance, and certifications of a variety of standard and nonstandard TMDE and electronic test equpiment such as microwave equipment, radar and missile test consoles, high frequency sampling and storage oscilloscopes, distortion analyzers, recording oscillographs, and digital delay generators. Test equipment contains circuits and assemblies which perform multiple functions such as reception and stimulation, amplification and integration, digital and analog conversion, or a variety of simulation, multiplication, and division functions required to evaluate parameters of interest in major electronic, electrical, electromechanical or physical/dimensional systems used in industrial, ground, airborne, or laboratory applications. Equipment is usually combined and interrelated with other electronic equipment or composed of collectively assembled satellite components and assemblies to operate as a complete information-gathering unit. Other items inspected include engine analyzers, gas leak detectors, spectrographs, mass spectrometers, digital counters and temperature monitors. Performs inspections consisting of maintenance, calibration and certification of actions performed by PMEL personnel, and verification inspections of completed units selected by a multi-level continuous random sampling procedure. Ensures operational accuracy by performing intricate and complex lab oratory and on-site inspection s and certifications. Inspects that basic operating parameters such as resistance, capacitance, inductance, and time from measuring equipment in terms of instrument functions such as bandwidth, frequency response, gain, sensitivity, noise level, time delay, linearity, frequency, attenuation, power and standing wave ratio are within standards.
2. Administers Quality Program for PMEL as defined in T.0. 00-20-14. Performs Process Reviews (PR), Quality Reviews (QR) and Standards Reviews (SR) as required in cited directives. Inspects all completed TMDE for TCTO compliance, physical condition, and all associated documentation for accuracy and legibility as required by cited directives. Familiar with random sampling techniques as defined in T.O. 00-20-14. Initiates and assists in root cause analysis of all non-conformities discovered during inspections. Analyzes data to identify and detect any significant problems and/or negative trends or conditions. Assists in determining and implementing corrective action plans for non-conformities and/or negative trends. Documents, reports, and maintains all records for reviews completed. Investigate s and resolves customer complaints.(25%)
3. Analyzes and isolates maintenance problems in common, complex, and unusual measurement equipment. Coordinates with item managers, design engineers, and manufacturers' representatives to resolve maintenance or calibration problems. Interprets maintenance policy and procedures from handbooks, technical orders, and maintenance directives and assists mechanics in analyzing and isolating defects in complex equipment, including computer controlled and unconventional specialized equipment. Investigates and prepares equipment deficiency referrals. Provides advice and technical assistance to supported organizations. Instructs on proper use and systems applications of test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment. (20%)
4. Maintains records and documents actions. Prepares all necessary paperwork required to certify and track TMDE inspections. Documents work assignments and the daily status of TMDE, maintenance data collection (MDC) using paper format when required or the PMEL Automated Maintenance System (PMIS) or PMIS 2 computer and software. Maintains records for Environmental Control Systems (ECS). Promptly documents and reports any deficiencies with the Laboratory ECS. Reviews, assists, maintains records, and approves changes to our calibration procedures and maintenance technical orders (AFTO 22s).(5%)
5. Uses and maintains tools and equipment. Uses trade tools such as wire strippers, drills. files, soldering irons, and micro soldering units to remove and replace parts. Uses various precision measurement standards and instruments such as generators, oscilloscopes, meters, and analyzers to perform inspections, functional testing, and calibration of TMDE.(10%)
6. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established regulations, maintains a safe, clean work environment. Uses and assures proper fit and placement of required safety equipment and clothing. Performs clean-up duties such as cleaning equipment, sweeping, and returning of equipment to proper locations when not in use. Maintains awareness of lab safety procedures and identifies any observed unsafe practices and/or procedures.(5%)
Performs other duties as assigned.
CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT
EDUCATION: N/A
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
REMARKS: No PCS available. Position will not be filled until current incumbent vacates. Sensitivity Level 2. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
To view ALL MN National Guard Vacancies, go to: https://minnesotanationalguard.ng.mil/full-time-jobs-in-minnesota
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
The Minnesota Department of Military Affairs is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position without discrimination for any non-merit reason(s) such as age, race, religion, gender, ethnic origin or non-disqualifying disability. Pre-selection is not only counter-productive to effective recruitment and placement, but also violates Minnesota National Guard Merit Placement principles and will not be tolerated. If you have information or questions regarding this issue, please contact the Equal Employment Manager at 651-282-4472 or 651-282-4078.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Basis for Rating: Qualified candidates will be assigned to one of the following areas of consideration (AOC) based on the Minnesota National Guard Merit Placement Plan:
To apply for this position, you MUST submit a complete Application Package which includes:
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Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12590732
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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CONTACTING US: After you have read all the instructions in this vacancy announcement, if you still have questions about this position or the application process, you may contact us at (651) 282-4155.
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THIS IS A MINNESOTA NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 5 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION
This position is located: at the Precision Measurement Equipment Laboratory (PMEL) in Duluth MN/148th FW ANG. The primary purpose of this position is to perform inspection of diverse Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE), repair and maintenance work in a PME laboratory environment involving a variety of standard and nonstandard equipment to determine that the physical and operative characteristics are within acceptable parameters, specifications, or technical order requirements.
POSITION DESCRIPTION: T5792000
