Airway Transportation System Specialist

Job Description:

Serves as an Airway Transportation System Specialist within the Automation and Communication Branch at the FAA Academy.

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The position requires the application of knowledge, practices, principles, theories, concepts, methods, techniques, and abilities for the discipline to which the position is classified. Responsibilities may or may not include inspection, oversight, planning, developing, coordinating, deploying, implementing, maintaining, training, and replacing systems of assigned facilities and/or systems. The incumbent is required to interact with personnel from the FAA Academy and representatives both internal and external to the FAA.

Serves as Air Transportation System Specialist technician providing organizational technical support for a multitude of highly complex integrated systems which directly support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Academy systems. Responsible and accountable for the performance and reliability of numerous interconnected systems essential to the operation of the NAS. The tasks include a wide array of complex and varied assignments, understanding of new and existing technologies and methods which require the application of technical knowledge of assigned discipline(s).

Performs assignments on a wide array of complex integrated systems and provides technical direction and guidance.

Interacts with information gathering systems with minimal supervision. Evaluates information derived from multiple databases, provides experience-based estimations, and uses automated and manual electronic information gathering systems to assess NAS performance and service quality.

Acts promptly to restore services and systems, considering backup availability, potential reconfigurations to reduce service disruptions, and the critical importance of specific systems to the safe and efficient operation of the NAS. Evaluates new or modified systems, determines necessary service enhancements, and establishes requirements to address anticipated future needs.

Assist others or works independently. Communicates with FAA Academy and representatives of external organizations to share essential information, provide critical data, as well as communicate project and system status.

Works with project managers to complete project studies and cost estimates. Project studies and cost estimates should include project manpower, material requirements, equipment utilization, and updated completion schedules.

Provides guidance and on-the-job training to other technicians and trainees in accordance with established practices and procedures. Provides guidance to resolve difficult technical or operational issues.

Interprets and adapts technical instructions, manufacturer’s manuals, FAA policies and procedures, and other publications.

Performs other duties as assigned.

The position may require rotating shifts and weekends. This position requires a physical.

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Conditions of employment

US Citizenship is required.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Successful completion of security investigation will be required.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
A physical may be required.
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Qualifications

To qualify for the position at the FG/GS 12 (FV-H) level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the FG/GS-11 (FV-G) level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.

Specialized Experience includes: Experience with technical support for a multitude of highly complex integrated systems that support the operation of the NAS; Experience providing technical guidance and direction; Experience completing project studies and cost estimates to include project manpower, material requirements, equipment utilization, and updated completion schedules.

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Physical Requirements: You must be able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position without hazard to yourself or others. Selectee must pass a pre-employment physical prior to appointment.

Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their Work History. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

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Information Regarding KSAs:

As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.

In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge, Skills and Abilities section, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) or Other Factors listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.

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Additional information

We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.

The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements

Notes:

Positions to be filled at the FG-12 level in AMA-920; duty location of Oklahoma City, OK.
Some, all or none of the applicants may be interviewed.
Applicants must apply online to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted.
Position will be realigned based on approved reorganization.
Additional information regarding living in Oklahoma can be found at www.abetterlifeokc.com.
To confirm receipt of emailed documents, please contact Sidney Heifetz at sidney.r.heifetz@faa.gov.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.

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Supplemental documentation will be accepted in combination with your online application. These documents must be uploaded with your application or emailed to 9-AMC-AHF-S210@faa.gov on or before the closing date of this announcement. All emailed documents should reference the announcement number.

All Veterans: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions. If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.

If you are claiming 10 point preference but fail to submit the supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be tentatively assessed as a 5 point preference eligible provided your DD Form 214 reflects that you have the service required to qualify for preference. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.

Veterans currently on active duty claiming veterans' preference: You will be granted tentative preference if you submit a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions and your application shows that you have the required service. Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office a DD Form 214 documenting discharge/release and showing that the service was honorable or general. If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.

If you want consideration for one or more of the Special Hiring Authorities, documentation that must be submitted at time of application can be found at Direct Hiring Authorities | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov).

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Job Ident #: 846944300

Company Details

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20591 USA
www.faa.gov/jobs

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Job Info

Location

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

Type

Contractor

Salary Range

$88,621 - $115,213

Company Details

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20591 USA
www.faa.gov/jobs