Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (TSOG - Environmental)

Job Description:

Serves as an Airway Transportation Systems Specialist with the Technical Support Operations Group. Performs a variety of functions directly related to the operations of the NAS. Focus is on the availability and reliability of the services and products provided to the users of the NAS. There is 1 open position, and it may be filled in 1 of the 3 locations listed in this job announcement.

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Serves as an ATSS with the Technical Support Operations Group. Performs a variety of functions directly related to the operation of the NAS.

Responsibilities include integration, restoration, testing and evaluation of new advanced services or service component, hardware/software systems and processes. applies comprehensive technical knowledge to protect the integrity of all components and systems to provide NAS service delivery.

Performs work of broad scope and complexity with a high degree of independence. provides the highest organizational level of technical support associated with analyzing, designing, developing, installing, repairing, fabricating, maintaining, modifying, or evaluating the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible.

As a principal specialist/expert for major projects and or program areas resolves unique technical problems without managerial intervention, providing coordination and suggesting solutions. plans, coordinates, and performs work with a high degree of independence and keeping the supervisor advised of only the most critical issues.

Can be called upon to assist with repair and/or restore service or systems, providing guidance on the availability of back up systems, recommending reconfiguration to minimize service interruptions to ensure the same and efficient operation of the NAS.

Carries adjustments out work as in necessary accordance to handle with overall unanticipated plans and situations objectives and of the organizational organization, needs. resolving problems as they arise and making adjustments as necessary to handle unanticipated situations and organizational needs.

This work includes responsibility for evaluating diagnostic data from multiple systems that are integrated to support a network, or services or service products. Evaluation of this data is used for correcting deficiencies on contactor acceptance inspection/Joint Acceptance Inspection, and timely resolution of equipment, systems or services within the NAS.

Collaborates with system users, planners, engineers, and contractor personnel for the acceptance of new or modified systems and provide assistance for resolving problems with the installation or improvements.

Develops recommendations for enhancing efficiency of systems by modification and application of existing or emerging technology.

Monitors other employees time as a project or team leader. Identifies requirements (staffing funds, materials, and equipment) to accomplish projects and tracks the use of project resources. provides training, mentoring, guidance, and advice to FAA employees, contractors, and other organizations as needed. Supervisor rarely reviews completed work.

Integrates Operational risk management into all planned activities ensuring that all customers and users of services are included and involved in implementation and planning.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:

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Conditions of employment

US Citizenship is required.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
Must possess a valid driver's license.
Duties may include climbing, lifting up to 50 pounds, walking up several flights of stairs, working on elevated surfaces, and/or working in outdoor environments.
Work assignments can be physical & strenuous in nature
May require flexible work schedule i.e. nights, weekends, variable start/stop times

Qualifications

Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility that is appropriate to the position. Experience at the next lower level, that demonstrates knowledge of; Experience in equipment diagnosis, repair and evaluation of performance in the following systems(s) and service: Approach Lighting Systems, Visual Approach Slopes Indicator (VASI), Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI), Runway End Identifications Lights (REIL), Approach Lighting System with Flashers (ALSF), Air Conditioning, Hot Water Boiler heating systems, Chilled water-cooling systems, Power Condition Systems (PCS), Uninterpretable Power Systems (UPS), Engine Generator Systems.

Generally, 52 weeks of experience at the next lower level, within the normal line of progression of an FV-2101, FV-H/FG-12/Level III or equivalent meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience supports the Demonstrated Abilities identified 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.

You must provide a narrative statement for each Demonstrated Ability. The narratives should be clear and concise, providing a description of your education, training and experience that would describe the degree to which you possess each Demonstrated Ability. Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility appropriate to the position.

Notice: Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD, OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience at a later stage in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.

Failure to submit Demonstrated Ability statements will prevent you from receiving further consideration.

Supervisor Endorsement. If your selection for this position would be considered a promotion, then a supervisory statement endorsing your candidacy (Career Level III to Career Level IV) is required by the closing date of this announcement. The endorsement must include the announcement number. You may upload your document with your application.

Supervisory Endorsement is not required for ingrade/downgrade candidates.

Education

Education may not be substituted for experience.

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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

This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.

Notes:

You must apply online to receive consideration for this position. Faxed or emailed applications will not be considered.
This bid may be used to fill other vacancies in the geographical area
Equal or lower pay band/level applications will be accepted.
If one qualified applicant is interviewed, then all qualified applicants must be interviewed IAW PASS CBA.
This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation pay plan. Additional information can be found at https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits.

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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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Narratives for Demonstrated Abilities identified under Qualifications are mandatory. Failure to submit Demonstrated Abilities statements will prevent you from receiving further consideration. Supervisor Endorsement. If your selection for this position would be considered a promotion, then a supervisory statement endorsing your candidacy (Career Level III to Career Level IV) is required by the closing date of this announcement. The endorsement must include the announcement number. Failure to submit will result in loss of consideration. Supervisory Endorsement is not required for ingrade/downgrade candidates. Only supplemental documentation (Supervisory Endorsement, SF-50) will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded to your application on or before the closing date of this announcement. All submitted documents should reference the announcement number.

If you are an FAA employee, you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement. You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application. If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.

If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https://eopf.opm.gov/dot/.

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 #: 8448006000

Company Details

Federal Aviation Administration

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

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Job Info

Location

Lenexa, Kansas, United States

Type

Contractor

Salary Range

$76,585 - $118,696

Company Details

Federal Aviation Administration

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