Airway Transportation Systems Specialist ((TSOG) ENV)

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 components hardware/software systems and processes. Applies comprehensive technical knowledge to protect the integrity of all components and systems to provide NAS service delivery. The work performed at this level requires technical expertise on complex systems and/or emerging technology systems interrelationships and management of the NAS.

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 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 safe and efficient operation of the NAS.

Carries out work in accordance with overall plans and objectives of the organization 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 of services or service products.

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 advices to FAA employees contractors and other organizations as needed. Supervisor rarely reviews completed work.

Integrates Operational Risk Management (ORM) into all planned activities ensuring that all customers users of services are included and involved in implementation and planning. Utilizes appropriate Personal Safety Training and supplied Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when engaged in restoration and maintenance activities. Ensures all involved parties utilize PPE for the task appropriately. Contacts are both internal and external. Represents the organization as the primary technical point of contact on projects programs and other work activities to coordinate and implement plans or to obtain information and resolve problems. Meets and consults with representatives of external organizations such as DoD airport management contractors utility companies and foreign governments to resolve problems of mutual concern and to elicit cooperation and action favorable to FAA needs.

Incumbent must possess a valid drivers license.

Performs other duties as assigned.

• 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.

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. 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 below.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES:

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 that application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.

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. Please upload your document with your application.

Supervisory Endorsement is not required for ingrade/downgrade candidates.