Electronics Mechanic

Electronics Mechanic

As an ELECTRONICS MECHANIC, WG-2604-11, you will perform functional tests, analyze performance and malfunctions, remove, install, test, maintains, modify, perform alignments and troubleshoot the electronic, electrical, mechanical and hydraulic assemblies, modules, and interconnecting cables of a variety of combat and tactical equipment. Use a variety of equipment for fault isolation, verification, or adjustment of assemblies and modules. Perform Automatic Test Equipment (ATE) operations for fault isolation on LLM electronic modules, circuit cards, and assemblies to component level.

Replace faulty components on UUT printed circuit boards and power distribution systems. Utilize oscilloscopes, signal generators, digital multi-meters, and other test equipment to locate, diagnose, and repair malfunctions. Troubleshoot carrier electrical and power distributions systems of the equipment being repaired. Isolate faulty assemblies, cables, wiring harnesses and modules to component level for repair or replacement. Install equipment modifications to system per technical work orders.

Perform initial and final checks and may perform inspections when required of designated systems. May act as quality assurance/control inspector for other mechanics' work. Determine deficiencies in troubleshooting procedures for the equipment being repaired and makes recommendations for corrective action to technical manuals. Perform field and limited sustainment maintenance to include installation, routine maintenance, repair, and overhaul of fixed and mobile operational communication and electronics systems.

Remove and replace defective electrical, electronic, and mechanical components. Conduct inspections, diagnose nature and extent of equipment malfunction. Determine whether equipment may be economically repaired or declared unserviceable, and perform required maintenance to restore to a serviceable condition various types of tactical computers, radio sets, and similar items. Repair or salvage defective components. Isolate and diagnose cause of circuit/component malfunction using signal string lists, schematics, standard, special, and electronic Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) or repair equipment.

Perform administrative functions in establishing and maintaining maintenance records on equipment maintained or repaired. Assist in the preparation of requests for required repair parts. May conduct or be involved in a Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Team (MAIT) or act as an inspector on a Command Maintenance Evaluation Team (COMET) on electronic, automation, communication, and equipment. Provide technical assistance and instruction to units throughout the state so that they will be able to operate at the desired level of proficiency.

Perform other duties as assigned. A more comprehensive detailed description of the position may be found in Position Description PDD
1205000 on file in the employing unit or in the Human Resources Office. Contact the KY HRO Staffing Section via email for additional information, ng.ky.kyarng.mbx.hro-technicianstaffing.