ELECTRONICS EQUIPMENT REPAIR INSPECTOR (MERIT, T32) with Security Clearance

THIS IS A MERIT ARMY NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION UNIT: FMS #3 LOCATION: Arden Hills, Minnesota SELECTING OFFICIAL: MAJ James Brown, (651) 282-4741 ARMY NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED Learn more about this agency Summary THIS IS A MERIT ARMY NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION UNIT: FMS #3 LOCATION: Arden Hills, Minnesota SELECTING OFFICIAL: MAJ James Brown, (651) 282-4741 ARMY NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED Learn more about this agency Overview Accepting applications Open 09/23/2026 to 10/07/2026 Location 1 vacancy in the following location: New Brighton, MN 1 vacancy No matching locations found.

Work site options
Telework eligible
No
Remote job
No
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$36.99 - $43.25 per hour
Pay scale & grade
WG 12
Promotion potential
12 Learn more about pay scale and grade Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job. Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Appointment type
Permanent Occupations and job series

• 2604 Electronics Mechanic

Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service Represented by a union
No Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Financial disclosure required
No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests. Announcement number
MN-13067997-AR-26-269
Control number
885901100 This job is open to
Help Internal to an agency Current federal employees of the hiring agency that posted the job announcement. National Guard and reserves Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members. Clarification from the agency National Guard current employees Duties
Help Major Duties: This is not an all-inclusive list A ELECTRONICS EQUIPMENT REPAIR INSPECTOR (MERIT, T32), WG-2604-12,
(1) Uses a wide variety of inspection techniques to inspect standard electronic systems such as radar, radio communications receivers, and transmitters (single band, UHF and VHF), mobile subscriber equipment (MSE), missile guidance systems, laser range finders, and electronic fire control systems. In addition, may inspect heavy mobile artillery, small arms, powered support, optical, and other equipment or components of equal or lesser complexity. (2) Conducts inspections, diagnoses nature and extent of equipment malfunction, and as required, performs required maintenance to restore to a serviceable condition various types of tactical computers, radio sets, etc. Uses various types of test equipment such as systems tests sets, frequency meters, standing wave indicators, oscillators, AN/GRM-122s, and other electronic testing devices to inspect equipment and components. Inspects equipment when received to determine repairs needed and parts required. (3) Inspects equipment to determine repairs needed. Utilizes established Maintenance Expenditure Limits (MEL) to evaluate economic feasibility of repair(s). Considers a variety of factors such as cost and availability of parts, man-hours, and impact of time constraints on the mission to assess whether repair is economical. Recommends to a higher echelon to condemn equipment when the repair cost exceeds the established MEL. Prepares lists of needed repairs, parts, and man-hours authorized. Performs in-process inspections to assure that equipment is being repaired in accordance with pertinent requirements. Performs final inspection, certifying that equipment is in satisfactory operating condition, or rejects the work and returns the equipment to the repair shop with specific reports prescribing additional repairs (4) Inspects the full range of equipment as described above at remote worksites in support of field organizations, field units during field exercise training periods, or before major pieces of equipment are sent for repair to a supporting maintenance facility. Serves as inspector on Command Maintenance Evaluation Teams (COMET) and/or as a member of Maintenance Assistance and Instruction Teams (MAIT). (5) Performs other duties as assigned Requirements
Help Conditions of employment CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

• Minnesota National Guard Membership is required. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Applicants who are not currently a member of the MN National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• Most MNNG position are covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

MILITARY COMPATIBILITY

Upon selection, individuals will undergo a background check to validate suitability for employment with the federal government as permitted by law, regulation, Presidential order or other authority. Suitability is dependent upon the particular requirements for security clearance, sensitivity level, and DOD IT network access. Items checked include, but are not limited to all criminal history record information, employment history, education and fiscal accountability/responsibility.

The individual selected must be assigned to a compatible military position and must also maintain satisfactory membership in the Minnesota Army National Guard. Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position.

MILITARY GRADES: Open to enlisted and WO1-CW2 Failure to obtain a compatible MOS may result in termination of employment.

GENERAL AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Requirements: WG - Experience or training which demonstrates the applicant's knowledge of electrical or electronic theory, knowledge of common testing procedures, skill in the use of hand tools of the electronics trade, and skill in reading schematics.

Specialized Experience

WG-09 and above - Experience or training in utilizing principles, basic functions, and application of theory of electronic systems or equipment. Experience in diagnosing problems and determining needed repairs for malfunctions in electronic equipment or systems. Experience in making mechanical repairs that required the use of precision measuring and calibrating equipment. Experience in using complex test equipment such as deviation meters, complex special test panels, etc.

Experience which demonstrates the ability to interpret technical manuals, specifications, and publications. Additional Applicable job element factors: Knowledge of Equipment Assembly, Installation, Repair, etc., Use of Test Equipment: Electronics, Theory of Electronics, Ability To Use Hand and Power Tools -Electronics, Trouble shooting (Electronic Equipment), Ingenuity (Ability To Suggest and Apply New Methods) Education EDUCATION: NA You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims.

To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position. Additional information REMARKS: No PCS available. Position will not be filled until current incumbent vacates. Sensitivity Level 2. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Acceptance of a Technician position may result in the termination of your Selected Reserve bonus.

IMPORTANT NOTES

• Should a position be announced at less than the authorized grade, the selected applicant may be non-competitively promoted when he/she meets all qualifications and is submitted for promotion by the supervisor.
• IAW NGR 600-25 AND AFI 36-101, grade inversion within the full-time workforce is not permitted.
• Males applicants born after 31 December 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service System in compliance with the Defense Authorization Act of 1986, Section 1622 (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

This is an Excepted Service position that requires active membership in a compatible MOS in the Minnesota Army National Guard and wear of the military uniform. Acceptance of an Excepted Service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are no