Electronics Technician (Direct Hire)

Summary As an Avionics and Instrumentation Technician, you will play a crucial role in supporting NASA's aeronautics, research, and science missions. Your primary purpose is to oversee the design, development, and maintenance of avionic systems on Armstrong Flight Research Centers diverse aircraft fleet. Your role involves providing support on avionics and instrumentation systems, ensuring compliance with NASA standards, and working with a team of aircraft engineering technicians. Duties Duties described below are at the highest grade advertised. Duties assigned at lower grade levels will be of more limited scope, performed with less independence and limited complexity; duties will be commensurate with the grade of selected employee. Test, troubleshoot, maintain, repair, and service aircraft avionics, electrical, and instrumentation systems in compliance with manufacturer maintenance manuals, Technical Orders, schematics, and engineering instruction. Provide support during aircraft launch and recovery; perform thorough pre-, thru-, and post-flight inspections; and diagnose/resolve complex avionics discrepancies to ensure all systems meet safety and operational standards prior to flight. Fabricate electrical wiring harnesses, components, and instrumentation systems with precision by reading and interpreting aircraft electrical blueprints, drawings, planning documents, technical publications, and engineering procedures. Diagnose and troubleshoot electrical and electronic malfunctions using specialized tools and advanced diagnostic equipment, performing complex assignments with minimal technical guidance and ensuring compliance with technical standards. Maintain accurate documentation of repairs, inspections, and modifications performed on aircraft systems. Verify that records reflect proper configuration control, traceability of components, and adherence to safety and airworthiness requirements. Support engineers in performing experiments, research, and development activities requiring an in-depth knowledge of technical engineering methods, applications, practices, and principles to work on concepts and experimental projects. Requirements Conditions of employment This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. This position may require a one-year probationary/trial period. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. **See Additional Information section** You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement. Position subject to pre-employment background security investigation. This position requires the incumbent have the following current License and/or Certification: obtain and maintain a valid state driver's license, CPR, and vision per NASA-STD-8739.6. This position requires the incumbent to have successfully completed a Class II - Flight Physical. This position requires working from elevated surfaces, in confined spaces and extreme weather conditions, in areas with poor lighting, and lifting up to 50 lbs unassisted, and being stationary for long periods. Qualifications Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work. To qualify for GS-10, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-09 level in the Federal service: Identifying discrepancies on aircraft using avionics test equipment; Assisting with electrical modifications on aircraft or research equipment. To qualify for GS-11, you must have one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-10 level in the Federal service: Assisting with troubleshooting avionics discrepancies on aircraft by utilizing test equipment and interpreting wiring diagrams; Supporting fabrication of electrical modifications on aircraft or research equipment by using wiring diagrams; Supporting flightline operations during aircraft launch and recovery. Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job. NASA prohibits the use of artificial intelligence (AI) or AI-assisted tool in drafting application and assessment responses. Please visit https://www.nasa.gov/careers/how-to-apply/#Artificial-Intelligence to review NASA's guidance on the use of AI tools during the application process. Education This job does not have an education qualification requirement. Additional information Additional selections may be made for similar positions across NASA within the local commuting area(s) of the location(s) identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) within NASA. CTAP/ICTAP will be cleared for any additional selection from this announcement. If you have special priority selection rights under the Agency Career Transition Assistance Program (CTAP) or the Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP), you must: - Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position. The questionnaire asks you to identify your ICTAP/CTAP eligibility. - Meet the minimum qualifications requirements for the position -Submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP as indicated in 'Required Documents' For additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility, click here - https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/#ictap. Per Executive Order 14343, this position is not part of a bargaining unit. Probationary/Trial Period You may be required to serve a 1-year Probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits A 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. 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