ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN
What you'd do
You will serve as a ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN in the NAVAL COMP TELCOM AREA WESTPAC.
Major duties
You will review, analyze and devise methods of resolving switch performance anomalies reported by the Switch Performance Monitoring System, DMS Monitor, Killer Trunks, Automatic Trunk Testing, Automatic Line Testing, and trouble log reporting system. You will Diagnose and resolves all AVAYA switch troubles that were generated in the switch log utility, DWDM/SONET alarm and CAIRS fault system. You will perform scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance IAW established preventive maintenance and original equipment manufacture OEM instructions without causing network outage. You will develop plan and performs inspections, tests, evaluations, operation, maintenance and quality control of all systems, equipment and facilities used in the NCTS Guam Base Level Communications facility. You will submit formal reports on special studies or technical investigations.
What you need to qualify
Applicants must have directly applicable experience that demonstrates the possession of knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies necessary for immediate success in the position. Qualifying experience may have been acquired in any public or private sector job, but will clearly demonstrate past experience in the application of the particular competencies or knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to successfully perform the duties of the position. Such experience is typically in or directly relates to the work of the position to be filled. Qualifying experience would be demonstrated by 1. Digital Telecommunication Systems: Thorough knowledge of the related theory and practical aspects of digital electronic principles and practices. 2. Network Infrastructure and Systems: A broad working knowledge of Base Level Communications Systems, including Defense Switched Network (DSN), AVAYA telephone switches (CS-2100/S8700), Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM)/Synchronous Optical Networking (SONET) systems, and IP networks (NIPRNET/SIPRNET). 3. Quality Control: Proficiency in the application of communications-electronics quality assurance and quality control test, measurement, and inspection policies and procedures. 4. Troubleshooting: Independently analyzing system/network troubles to determine the location of defective circuitry and performing repairs or replacements without causing a total network outage. Diagnosing and resolving switch performance anomalies and alarms (e.g., from AVAYA, DWDM/SONET systems). 5. Maintenance: Performing scheduled preventive and corrective maintenance on the full range of telecommunications equipment according to OEM instructions and established procedures. 6. Testing: Using and interpreting results from a wide array of electronic test, measurement, and diagnostic equipment (TMDE) to perform inspections, evaluate operational capabilities, and ensure system quality control. 7. Problem-Solving: The ability to analyze complex technical problems, devise methods for resolving switch and network performance issues, and make recommendations for changes in procedures or equipment to solve unique operational deficiencies. This position is within the Work Category 441 at Work Level Basic, Electronics Technician GG-09. Additional qualifications information can be found from the following Department of Defense website: https://dodcio.defense.gov/Cyber-Workforce/CES.aspx Reasonable Accommodation (RA) Requests: If you believe you have a disability (i.e., physical or mental), covered by the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 as amended, that would interfere with completing the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments, you will be granted the opportunity to request a RA in your online application. Requests for RA for the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments and appropriate supporting documentation for RA must be received prior to starting the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. Decisions on requests for RA are made on a case-by-case basis. If you meet the minimum qualifications of the position, after notification of the adjudication of your request, you will receive an email invitation to complete the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments. You must complete all assessments within 48 hours of receiving the URL to access the USA Hire Competency Based Assessments if you received the link after the close of the announcement. To determine if you need a RA, please review the Procedures for Requesting a Reasonable Accommodation for Online Assessments here: https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Reasonable_Accommodations_for_USA_Hire
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