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Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic
This standard covers nonsupervisory jobs involved in rebuilding, overhauling, installing, troubleshooting, repairing, modifying, calibrating, aligning, and maintaining integrated electronic systems, i.e., where the output of a number of sensor subsystems is integrated in a logic subsystem and the resultant used to modify the operation of the total system. Examples are: fire control, flight/landing control, automatic test equipment, flight simulators, bombing navigation, and electronic warfare or
What WG-2610 pays
Federal Wage System pay is set by local prevailing wage surveys, so it moves with the wage area rather than a national table.
Wage Grade rates are published per wage area rather than nationally, so the number that matters is the one for the installation you are applying to.
Source: DoD Civilian Personnel Advisory Service wage schedules.
Qualification requirements
OPM's standard for WG-2610, as written.
Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic
Federal Wage System Position
Work Performed
This standard covers nonsupervisory jobs involved in rebuilding, overhauling, installing, troubleshooting, repairing, modifying, calibrating, aligning, and maintaining integrated electronic systems, i.e., where the output of a number of sensor subsystems is integrated in a logic subsystem and the resultant used to modify the operation of the total system. Examples are: fire control, flight/landing control, automatic test equipment, flight simulators, bombing navigation, and electronic warfare or multiple integrated electronic systems composed of several of these systems which are closely interrelated and interdependent. This work requires knowledge of electronics principles involved in a number of applications such as radar, data processing, and data display and usually mechanical and hydraulic knowledges involved in operation of equipment such as control valves, gyros, turrets and mounts, and mechanical computing devices.
What this means if you served
- Write the duties, not the billet. OPM credits military experience on the work performed, and does not use rank or pay to judge specialized experience.
- Put the training and certifications you earned in service on the page. They count here.
- Claim your veterans preference on the application. It is not applied for you.
- No positive education requirement here, so qualifying experience can stand in for the education.
How to qualify for WG-2610
1Review Trade/Craft Requirements
WG positions require demonstrated skill in a specific trade or craft. Review the job announcement for required certifications, licenses, and hands-on experience.
2Document Your Experience
WG positions are experience-based, not grade-based. Document your years of hands-on trade experience, apprenticeships completed, and journeyman status if applicable.
3Gather Credentials
Collect your DD-214, trade certifications (welding, electrical, HVAC, etc.), apprenticeship completion certificates, and any specialized licenses required for your trade.
4Build Your Federal Resume
Two pages, the same USAJOBS limit that has applied since 27 September 2025. Lead with hands-on trade experience: the tools and equipment you ran, safety training, the projects you finished, and hours worked per week.
5Apply on USAJOBS
Search for WG positions in your trade specialty, carefully answer assessment questions about your skill level and experience, and submit before the closing date.
Military jobs that map to this series
Avionic Mechanic
WG-2610 Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic describes 15N integrated-avionics troubleshooting almost word for word. The closest direct federal match.
Skills that carry over: Integrated systems troubleshooting, Circuit fault isolation, Test-equipment operation, Technical documentation.
Usually opens at: WG-8, WG-10, WG-11.
MHU-139 Electrical, Environmental and Avionics Technician
WG-2610 Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic is the closest wage-grade fit, built for interconnected electronic systems sharing common inputs and outputs.
Skills that carry over: Interconnected electronic systems, LRU repair and replacement, Configuration control, Technical-data compliance.
Usually opens at: WG-10, WG-11, WG-12.
Advanced Fighter Aircraft Integrated Avionics
WG-2610 Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic is an almost literal match for integrated avionics work and is used at the Air Logistics Complexes at Hill, Tinker, and Robins.
Skills that carry over: Integrated avionics repair, LRU replacement, Bench diagnostics, Schematic interpretation.
Usually opens at: WG-10, WG-11, WG-12.
Your record can qualify you even when your code is not on this list. The crosswalk is a starting point, not the gate.
Typical duties
- Perform electronic integrated systems mechanic tasks as assigned
- Follow safety procedures and regulations
- Maintain and operate tools and equipment
- Complete work orders and documentation
- Coordinate with team members and supervisors
Key competencies
Ability to follow safety procedures and regulations
Knowledge of tools and equipment for the trade
Skill in performing physical tasks requiring manual dexterity
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Ability to read and interpret instructions and procedures
Words the announcement will use
Use the ones your record actually supports. A rater is matching your experience against the specialized experience statement, and a keyword with nothing behind it does not survive that.
Questions about WG-2610
What is an Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic?
An Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic (WG-2610) rebuilds, overhauls, installs, troubleshoots, repairs, and maintains integrated electronic systems where multiple sensor subsystems feed into logic systems. Examples include fire control, flight/landing control, automatic test equipment, flight simulators, bombing navigation, and electronic warfare systems.
How much does a federal Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic make?
WG-2610 positions are paid under the Federal Wage System based on local prevailing rates. Journeyman wages (WG-11/12) typically range $30-$45 per hour. Annual earnings range $62,000-$94,000. Fire control and avionics specialists often earn premium rates due to complexity.
What are the requirements for WG-2610 positions?
WG-2610 requires knowledge of electronics principles in radar, data processing, and data display applications, plus mechanical and hydraulic knowledge for control valves, gyros, turrets, and computing devices. This is one of the most technically complex WG electronics positions.
Can military experience substitute for education in WG-2610?
Absolutely. Military integrated systems experience is highly valued. MOSs like Army 94E (Radio Repairer), Navy FC (Fire Controlman), Air Force 2A (Avionics), or any rating involving fire control, flight control, or electronic warfare systems directly qualifies for WG-2610 positions.
What is the career progression for Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic?
Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanics progress through WG grades to journeyman (WG-11/12) and lead positions (WG-12+). Due to complexity, these positions often have higher starting grades. Career paths include GS engineering technician, systems specialist, or technical management roles.
How do I apply for WG-2610 jobs on USAJOBS?
Search USAJOBS for 'Electronic Integrated Systems' or series '2610.' Major employers include air logistics centers, shipyards, depot maintenance facilities, and defense contractors. Emphasize your specific systems experience (fire control, flight systems, EW) and certifications. Veterans receive strong preference.
Ready to apply for WG-2610?
A rater matches your record against the announcement's specialized experience statement, inside two pages. BMR writes that shape from your own experience: competency headers, real scope, hours per week, and the supervisor detail the rater checks.