This position is located in Performs work in the capacity of a trainee, the incumbent assists higher-graded staff in the performance of their assignments. The incumbent performs repetitive and routine technical support tasks assisting in the use of equipment, instruments or carrying out simple procedures and computations. Knowledge of electronics theory and practice, mathematics, the fundamentals of physics as they relate to electronics in an engineering environment, and the ability to use and understand simple test equipment in order to accomplish rudimentary electronics assembly, repair, maintenance and operating activities.
Work is reviewed for technical accuracy and for compliance with established procedures.
Incumbent must use judgment in selecting the appropriate guide among a number of similar guides. Significant deviations from the guides, or situations encountered for which the existing guides are not applicable, are referred to the supervisor. Work requires that the incumbent exercise independence and judgment in making the proper choices regarding the completion or proper task sequencing and dealing with issues of a factual nature, e.g. replacing components, taking test readings and wiring circuits. The work involves following specific rules, regulations or procedures which typically constitutes segments of broader assignments. Contacts are with technicians and professionals in the immediate organization and in related support units.