Airway Transportation Systems Specialist

At this level the ATSS performs highly specialized technical work associated with the NAS. The work performed at this level requires extensive knowledge of the technology systems interrelationships and management of the NAS. Requires planning and conducting operational and diagnostic tests confirming the reliability and validity of diagnostics on system hardware software or applications in support of the NAS. ATSS has full maintenance and operational responsibility for multiple disciplines systems and services:

Environmental: Lighted Navigational Aids Systems Industrial Engine Generators Industrial Heating Ventilation and Air-Conditioning Systems Industrial Power Sources/Power-Conditioning Systems Central Control Monitoring System and Industrial Electronic Controls Systems

Radar: Airport Surveillance Radar Air Route Surveillance Radar Air Traffic Control Beacon Indicator Mode Select Beacon Airport Surface Detection Equipment Terminal Doppler Weather Radar Weather Service Processor Weather Display System and Identified Friend or Foe

Weather: Automatic Terminal Information System Automated Weather Observing System Integrated Terminal Weather System Low Level Wind Shear Alert System Runway Visual Range Stand Alone Weather Sensors and Wind Measuring Equipment

Navigational Aids: Instrument Landing Systems Very High Frequency Omni Directional Ranges Doppler Very High Frequency Omni Directional Ranges Tactical Aircraft Control and Navigation and Distance Measuring Equipment

Communications: Motorola ITT or General Dynamics radios Radio Communications Link Repeaters Low Density Radio Communications Link Repeaters various voice switches Tower Data Link Services voice recorder systems and UHF/ VHF/SATCOM

Automation: En Route Automation Modernization Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System Oceanic Display and Planning System Flight Data Input/Output various display systems and maintenance of industrial computer systems in the corporate environment industrial system diagnostics in the corporate environment and industrial Local Area Network Wide Area Network systems in the corporate environment

Applies broad experience and advanced technical knowledge of assigned discipline and/or specialty. Utilizes and
interprets FAA orders technical manuals manufacturers instructions procedures and other publications as required to complete multiple and complex work assignments. Applies judgment and discretion to select the most appropriate method to complete the work assignment with a high degree of independence keeping supervisor advised of significant problem areas which may impact ATC operations. Supervisor furnishes general instructions on the scope of work time limitations and priorities.

Possesses comprehensive knowledge of the NAS as an integrated system of the relationship of the parts to the whole and of the capabilities within the NAS to deal with unusual problems or unanticipated air traffic safety issues. Understands how assigned systems components and disciplines are integrated with other systems components and disciplines. Initiates action to install repair or restore systems and services takes 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.

Due to the nature of the job usable vision (including color vision and near vision) hearing and speech may be required. ATSSs may be required to lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; climb stairs/ladders up to 100 feet; be able to bend or stoop for extended periods; work in diverse environmental conditions (outside/extreme weather); work rotating shifts weekends and/or holidays; possess a valid drivers license and possibly travel away from home up to 50% of the time.

• 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.
• A valid state drivers license is required
• The required SUPV Endorsement must be signed. Failure to provide a signed SUPV endorsement will result in loss of consideration.
• An endorsement is not required if ingrade or downgrade.
• Must possess an En Route Automation System (EAS) certification
• Must possess an En Route Automation Display System (EADS) certification

To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess one year specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level of the FV-G FG/GS-11. Specialized experience is defined as experience in the FV-2101 occupation or in a related occupation which equips the applicant with the knowledge skills and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Examples of specialized experience include completion of equipment specific academic and OJT instruction and demonstrated field.

Specialized experience is:

Completion of equipment specific academic instruction and on the job instruction and demonstrated field experience in maintaining and certifying FAA facilities and services in multiple disciplines utilizing FAA directives policies and procedures.

Experience with EAS En Route Automation System and possess EAS certification.

Experience with EADS En Route Automation Display System and possess EADS certification.

You must apply online to receive consideration for this position. We will not accept faxed or emailed resumes.

Narratives for Demonstrated Abilities identified under qualifications are mandatory. Failure to submit demonstrated abilities statements will prevent you from receiving further the text box following each of the Demonstrated Abilities please provide a brief explanation of your possession of the applicable Demonstrated Ability. Include the name title organization name and phone number of at least one reference that can be contacted for further verification of your level of capability. Failure to respond to the Demonstrated Abilities will result in an ineligible rating.

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s) if applicable 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.

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 Demonstrated Abilities in your work history please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each Demonstrated Abilities. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your Demonstrated Abilities 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.

Supervisor Endorsement. If your selection for this position is considered a promotion then a supervisory statement endorsing your candidacy is required by the closing date of this announcement. The endorsement must include the announcement number. The required SUPV Endorsement must be signed. Failure to provide a signed SUPV endorsement will result in loss of consideration. You may upload your document with your application or fax by the closing date of the announcement to .

NOTE: For ingrade/downgrade candidates a supervisors endorsement is not required. To obtain the supervisory endorsement form or memo please contact your manager.