Airway Transportation Systems Specialist

The Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (ATSS) at this level is recognized as the subject matter expert in their field. All duties of an ATSS are tied to maintaining safe & efficient operating capacity of the vast & complex network of electronics systems required for the worlds largest air traffic control & navigation system.

The Operations area serves as a principal organizational element of the Technical Operations Organizational to plan direct coordinate monitor and accomplish activities associated with real-time management of assigned NAS systems/facilities at the service integrity level. Reports to the Service Operations Center Manager.

ATSS personnel install evaluate maintain modify and certify facilities services and equipment that support the National Airspace System (NAS). They are also responsible for various duties that contribute to providing reliable & safe FAA services to the flying public.

Performs a variety of functions directly relating to the operations of the NAS. Focus is on the availability and reliability of the services and products provided to users of the NAS.

Recognized as the principal technical specialist on legacy and newly developed systems within a large facility or multiple facilities over a large geographical area. Responsible for the planning directing coordinating monitoring and maintenance activities associated with the management of assigned NAS systems/facilities.

Performs work of broad scope and complexity with a high degree of independence. Applies broad experience and comprehensive technical knowledge to maintain and protect the Integrity and safety of all components and systems for the NAS service delivery. Provides the highest organization level of technical support associated with analyzing installing repairing fabricating maintaining modifying or evaluating the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible.

Plans coordinates and performs work with a high degree of independence keeping the supervisor advised only of the most critical issues. Resolves unique technical problems without managerial intervention providing coordination and suggested solutions.

Rapidly analyzes and seeks resolution to problems as they arise and makes adjustments as necessary to deal with system outages and network performance deterioration. Initiates action for the timely repair or restoration of services and systems taking into account the availability of back-up systems possible reconfigurations to minimize service interruptions and the relative criticality of particular functions to the safe and efficient operation of the NAS. Incumbent is responsible for timely upward reporting of NAS information that could have an impact to operations for purposes of Situation Awareness (i.e. NOTAM SAL Paging function). Incumbent -in-charge is expected to be managements representative during non-administrative hours.

Integrate Operational Risk Management (ORM) into restoration schedule maintenance activities and all planned projects ensuring that all customers and users of services are included and involved in ORM implementation and planning.

Contacts are both internal and external. Often represents the organization as the primary point of contact on projects programs and other work activities to coordinate and implement plans or obtain information and resolve problems.

Received general program assignments from a supervisor or higher level manager. Assignments are stated in terms of priorities overall objectives and boundaries. Completed assignments are considered technically authoritative and are reviewed only for general compliance with organizational objectives. Identifies resources needed to perform assignments. Works is reviewed for compliance with established policies and sound technical and programmatic judgement.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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.
• Incumbent must possess a valid drivers license.

Qualifications

There is no timeframe requirement at the Level IV/FV-I to compete. Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility that is appropriate to the position. Experience that demonstrates an extensive knowledge of and experience in technology system interrelationships and management of civilian or military automated aviation navigation and electronics systems. Generally experience at the next lower level Pay Band H/level III or FG/GS-12 or equivalent meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience supports the demonstrated abilities identified in the announcement.

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements may be further evaluated on the Demonstrated Abilities 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.