Supervisory Aviation Technical Systems Specialist

The Supervisory Aviation Technical Systems Specialist directs the work of subordinate employees for more than one organizationalproject/program within a major subdivision. Provides supervision over the Spectrum Assignments and Engineering Group. He/sheoversees and leads the design development and acquisition of Radio Frequency Interference detection and resolution equipment andradio frequency assignment software tools and databases in order to maintain safe and efficient NAS operations. Uses experienceevaluating and studying the National Airspace System (NAS) to direct staff in identifying and mitigating risks within the NAS systems andequipment.

Applies an advanced knowledge of the NAS equipment and systems to direct the technical work of subordinate staff as it relates to thecommunication navigation and surveillance equipment within the NAS. Has knowledge of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)National Telecommunications and Information Agency (NTIA) and Federal Communication Commission (FCC) rules and regulationsconcerning spectrum management in the United States. Has technical knowledge of engineering concepts such as frequency allocationand Radio Frequency Interference (RFI) analysis that could be local limited to one Service Area or be national focused. Appliesmanagement principles and practices while maintaining schedules and formulating policy and operating procedures.

Possesses an advanced knowledge of budget human resource and other administrative policies and procedures and an advancedunderstanding of the objectives of the major subdivision. Managerial duties typically affect employees and managers in more than oneorganizational unit/project/program and include: planning; communicating the organizations vision and objectives; setting priorities;assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approvingleave; and taking recommending or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate.

Contacts are primarily within the organizational unit major subdivision and the LOB/SO with subordinates peers and higher levelmanagers to discuss the status of projects/programs and to plan for the future. Has authority to make commitments for subordinateorganizational units within guidelines.

Defines plans and organizes assigned budget staff and other resources to accomplish objectives for more than one organizational unit/project/program. Manages budget and either reallocates resources among organizational units/ projects/programs or requestsadditional resources as needed.

Resolves all but unique problems without the intervention of higher level management. Regularly called upon to identify problem areasand to develop and recommend new policies and procedures for resolution. The work is governed by established policies proceduresand organizational objectives that frequently leave room for discretion.

• 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.
• Management may choose to interview all some or none of the referred candidates.
• This Level 3 (Non-Critical-Sensitive; Secret) position requires favorable adjudication of a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) background investigation prior to appointment unless a waiver is obtained.

To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-J FG/GS-14 level. This experience is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.

The specialized experience is defined as:

Experience with communication navigation and surveillance equipment withing the National Airspace System (NAS).

AND

Experience evaluating and studying the National Airspace System (NAS) to direct staff in identifying and mitigating risks within theNAS systems and equipment.

You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered.

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 later 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.

*Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteriaANDwho do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position.*

Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.

**All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.**