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Summary You will serve as an ELECTRONIC MEASUREMENT EQUIPMENT MECHANIC LEADER in the Calibration Laboratory Branch (Code 13 7.1), Regional Metrology & Calibration Division (Code 137), Quality Assurance Office (Code 130) of NORFOLK NAVAL SHIPYARD. Responsibilities You will select, set up, calibrate, install, and operate a variety of precision measurement equipment including special test consoles and mockups in support of laboratory testing and calibration tests. You will analyze, isolate and repair component malfunctions. You will develop new procedures or substitutions of equipment without compromising the integrity of the test being performed, ensuring compliance with Naval Warfare Assessment Division (NW AD). You will assist in the developmental testing of equipment, e.g., radar, communications, countermeasures, traffic control, guidance, etc. You will develop detailed schematics, drawings, and calibration procedures for use by lower graded workers. You will provide training and/or on the job instruction to lower-level artisans in metrology practices, proper use and operation of complex standards, proper troubleshooting techniques, and in mathematical calculations. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications Although a specific length of time and experience is not required for most trade and labor occupations, you must show through experience and training that you possess the quality level of knowledge and skill necessary to perform the duties of the position at the level for which you are applying. Qualification requirements emphasis is on quality of experience, not necessarily the length of time. Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the job elements and screen out listed below. This job has a screen-out element which will be used to determine minimum eligibility for this job. Applicants who do not receive a minimum of two points on the screen-out element(s) will be found ineligible. The Screen-out Element for this position is: ABILITY TO LEAD OR SUPERVISE: Experience operating, calibrating, and troubleshooting electronic measurement instruments such as oscilloscopes, multimeters, signal generators, spectrum analyzers, and other related electronic test equipment. Experience identifying and solving complex technical issues with various electronic systems and equipment, including both hands-on repairs and strategic problem-solving to optimize workflow and laboratory performance. Experience reading and interpreting a variety of technical electronic data contained in manufacturer specifications, blueprints, schematics, maintenance procedures and technical bulletins. Experience prioritizing tasks and managing a team in a way that ensures deadlines are met and quality standards are maintained or surpassed. Experience analyzing circuits and preparing detailed schematics, drawings, and calibration procedures for use by others. Experience interacting with team members, supervisors, upper management, and other departments, as well as documenting calibration problems and effectively reporting issues to engineering. Applicants must meet the requirements of the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Job Qualification Handbook for Trades and Labor Occupations. Additional qualification information can be found at: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/federal-wage-system-qualifications/#url=List-of-Approved-Job-Elements Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Education Additional Information This position is covered by the Department of Defense Priority Placement Program. Additional vacancies may be filled by this announcement. A tentative offer of employment will be rescinded if the selectee fails to meet the pre-employment requirements, including failure to report to any of the scheduled appointments. During the application process you will have an option to opt-in to make your resume available to hiring managers in the agency who have similar positions in the local commuting area. Depending on the hiring organization and the position being filled, job requirements (e.g., security clearance, travel, drug testing, financial disclosure filing, bargaining unit status, etc.) may vary. Other hiring managers filling similar positions may offer relocation expense reimbursement and/or may offer recruitment incentives for new employees, depending on funding availability and in accordance with policy. If you opt-in and are referred on a certificate, your resume will be available to other hiring managers for 180-days from the date the job announcement closes. Opting in does not impact your application for this announcement, nor does it guarantee further consideration for additional positions. Federal annuitant information: The selection of an annuitant is subject to the Department of Defense and Department of the Navy policy on the employment of annuitants. Policy information may be found at: http://www.secnav.navy.mil/donhr/Documents/CivilianJobs/FedCivAnnuitants.pdf Temporary promotions may be extended up to 5 years at the discretion of management and in accordance with applicable regulations. Temporary actions taken under this announcement may be made permanent without further competition. PPP applicants will be placed at the FPL, if determined Well Qualified (WQ). To receive priority consideration, the FPL must be the same grade level or equivalent of the retained grade or the grade held immediately prior to separation. ICTAP Applicants: To be considered well-qualified and exercise selection priority as an ICTAP candidate, displaced Federal employees must satisfy all qualification requirements for the position and receive a rating in the highly qualified category (score 85) or higher. ICTAP candidates must provide copies of all of the following documentation at the time of application: 1) agency notice; 2) most recent performance appraisal; and 3) most recent SF-50 or notification of personnel action that includes position, grade level, and duty location. Applicants who do not provide this documentation will not receive consideration as an ICTAP candidate. For more information about ICTAP eligibility please review the following link: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/working-in-government/unique-hiring-paths/federal-employees/career-transition/ Military Spouse Preference applicants will be placed at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined Best Qualified (BQ). A BQ military spouse possesses knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies comparable to others who meet the competitive referral criteria for the specific position.