Primary Function

The PMEL Electronics Technician II applies comprehensive metrology principles to all measurement disciplines to calibrate and repair Test, Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment in support of the US Air Force Metrology and Calibration Program at specified locations.   

Essential Duties

• Complete assignments of troubleshooting, aligning, repairing, modifying, calibrating, and certifying TMDE in accordance with requirements of the PWS, TO 00-20-14, AFI 21-113, AFI 21-101 and other applicable directives as assign by PMEL Managers or Technician IIIs.

• Provide intermediate to advanced calibration and repair services on electronic, electro-mechanical, physical, dimensional, mechanical, and optical Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) in the assigned Precision Measurement Engineering Laboratory (PMEL).
• Captures test readings using common instruments such as oscilloscopes, digital multi-meters, pulse generators, power meters, torque calibrator, temperature, and pressure measurement devices.
• Utilize TMDE to troubleshoot and repair systems and circuit boards to component level, to include surface-mount technology.
• Perform daily operations in accordance with established safety and security practices.
• Perform daily work assignments to ensure QMS goals are met or exceeded.
• Participates in root cause analysis process and corrective action determination meetings as required.
• Provide technical guidance and training to other technicians, when required.
• Interfaces with customers to report and resolve calibration/maintenance issues and limitations.
• The PMEL Technician II may be required to perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Position has the responsibility and authority to carry out assigned tasks.  No supervisory responsibilities assigned.

Desired Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Highly knowledgeable of the technical aspects with working knowledge of all facets of the US Air Force Metrology and Calibration Program with respect to local operations.
• Intermediate to Advanced experience in aligning, troubleshooting, repairing and calibrating ALL measurement areas, to included electrical, electronics, electro-mechanical, physical, dimensional, mechanical, optical, and thermal Test Measurement and Diagnostic Equipment (TMDE) in the assigned Precision Measurement Engineering Laboratory (PMEL).
• Intermediate to Advanced experience in interpreting block, schematic, wiring and logic diagrams and technical data with the ability to train other technicians.
• Intermediate to Advanced knowledge in calibration traceability, metrology techniques, laboratory practices and AFMETCAL Program functions and procedures.
• Working knowledge and troubleshooting ability of Next Gen program
• Proven ability to exercise independent judgement in daily operations
• Intermediate computer skills specifically using Microsoft Office Suite; ability to learn additional computer skills or software programs. Working knowledge of advanced software applications is preferred
• Ability to use the PMEL Automated Management System to ensure accurate data entry.
• Ability to understand and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to generate routine reports and correspondence
• Interpersonal skills are necessary to work effectively and cooperatively with all levels of management and staff. Will also routinely interact with other crew members
• Ability to follow all applicable processes.
• Strong professional customer service skills, including active listening, prompt service and follow-up.
• Strong decision analysis and problem solving skills; ability to draw conclusions and justify decisions. Must be able to communicate issues to management.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to follow established priorities to meet contractual requirements.
• Ability to learn and understand corporate policies and procedures and how they relate to goals.
• Ability to perform basic to advanced mathematical computations
• High degree of self-motivation and the ability to work independently
• Ability to multi-task

Required