Electronics Technician

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet all requirements by the closing date of this announcement, 10/27/2026. Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement. For a GS-11 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-10. The grade may have been in any occupation, but must have been held in the Federal service.

An SF-50 that shows your time-in-grade eligibility must be submitted with your application materials. If the most recent SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you possess one-year time-in-grade, as required by the announcement. In this instance, you must provide an additional SF-50 that clearly demonstrates one-year time-in-grade.

Note: Time-In-Grade requirements also apply to former Federal employees applying for reinstatement as well as current employees applying for Veterans Employment Opportunities Act of 1998 (VEOA) appointment. Individual Occupational Requirements: Applicants who meet the Individual Occupational Requirements described below are fully qualified for the specified entry grade and must also meet the specialized experience.

Specialized Experience (for positions at GS-4 or equivalent and above) include: Work as a technician, instructor, inspector, or mechanic (civilian or military) that showed progression in theoretical and practical knowledge of electronic theory, and of the characteristics, function, operation, and capabilities of a variety of types of electronic equipment.

This experience must have included the use of schematic diagrams, a variety of test equipment, and the application of appropriate electronic formulas involved in such duties as testing, troubleshooting, modifying, designing, calibrating, installing, maintaining, repairing, constructing, developing, and instructing on electronic equipment, or similar functions.

Experience in developing policies, standards, and procedures for maintenance, installation, or similar functions, provided the work clearly shows that the applicant applied a specialized knowledge of the theories and principles of a variety of electronic systems or equipment. In addition to the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR) listed above, you must also meet the below minimum qualifications for this position.

You may qualify based on your experience as described below: Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-10 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. Examples of specialized experience would typically include, but are not limited to: Experience working as a technician, instructor, inspector, or mechanic (civilian or military).

Progression in theoretical and practical knowledge of electronic theory, and of the characteristics, function, operation, and capabilities of a variety of types of electronic equipment.

Experience in using schematic diagrams, a variety of test equipment, and the application of appropriate electronic formulas involved in such duties as testing, troubleshooting, modifying, designing, calibrating, installing, maintaining, repairing, constructing, developing, and instructing on electronic equipment, or similar functions.

For more information on these qualification standards, please visit the United States Office of Personnel Management's website at https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/.

Ensures the safe and effective operation of electronic equipment and to effectively manage and integrate electronics systems. Manages the entire life cycle of electronic equipment and their related information technology systems. Serves as the Contracting Officer's Representative (COR). Conducts or arranges training in the proper techniques and methods of operations of new electronics systems for clinical staff and operators, and for testing, calibration, and operation.

Provides technical advice and assistance to staff on equipment application. Coordinates equipment installation, performs initial tests of operability and integration, and deems equipment safe and ready for use. Provides or coordinates training and assistance in adapting equipment to changing environmental conditions, including those related to space, utilities, network integration, staffing, and policy and procedures.

Serves as consultant and advisor on construction projects involving analog and digital electronics technology, providing expertise for installation of highly complex and sophisticated electronics equipment and systems. Oversees overall implementation and management of electronics technology in his/her assigned areas.

Provides technical support for a wide variety of highly sophisticated and complex electronics equipment and systems including advanced analog, digital, microprocessor and computer based electronics with many interrelated sub-assemblies, system servers and sophisticated digital equipment connected to the Medical Center IT network and other systems.

Establishes appropriate maintenance strategies and performs preventive maintenance on equipment following manufacturer's recommendations and based on experience with equipment. Ensures warranties and service contracts are honored and all documentation is available. The incumbent analyzes maintenance trends, operating environment and equipment history to recommend/develop optimal maintenance strategies for complex electronics systems.

Analyzes and evaluates equipment problems, determining whether the problem is caused by use error, hardware or software component failure, physical damage, environmental factors, and connectivity/compatibility or communication/networking issues. Investigates, troubleshoots and diagnoses the root cause, often through consultation with clinical staff, IT staff, and/or equipment manufacturers, and use of past experience and other resources.

Ensures that electronics equipment continuously meets TJC, VA, CAP, radiation, and other standards for patient and user safety and standards of care. Responsible for establishing a stock level of repair parts and supplies and ensuring the availability of items needed for the daily tasks associated with the equipment within the assigned areas of responsibility. Serve as a purchase card holder.

Responsible for creating and maintaining documented equipment histories to provide information about maintenance, repair, adjustments, changes, upgrades, recalls and use error. Uses business and technical writing skills to clearly and accurately communicate matters of importance.

Physical Requirements

Works under conditions of extreme stress caused by the nature of the mission which often involves the life and well-being of patients. He/she must be able to interact effectively with all levels of medical center staff and must remain calm and analytical even under stress. Must have thorough knowledge of different department's operational and infection control procedures to enable him/her to function effectively while responding to equipment or facility related issues actively affecting patient care.

Performance of the incumbent's duties can be physically demanding involving walking, sitting, some standing, and long periods of intense concentration. Lifting of objects between 10 and 40 pounds is common, and on occasion lifting of heavier objects is necessary. Trips to satellite outpatient clinics are sometimes necessary and will involve transportation via station vehicle or privately owned vehicle.

The work required does not inherently include any physical requirements essential for successful job performance that could not otherwise be performed with accommodation or workplace adjustment. A pre-placement physical examination is required. Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 2:00pm - 10:30pm, subject to change based on the needs of the facility. Virtual: This is not a virtual position.

Position Description/PD#: Electronics Technician/PD07447A Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not Authorized Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not Authorized