Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (Core NAS Policy Compliance)

Federal Aviation Administration •

Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Position Type: Contractor

Job Description:

This position is a Core NAS Policy Compliance (CNPC) lead, who provides direct project management, technical direction and program execution support. Reports directly to the Technical Operations, Technical Services Organization, Operation Support Manager (OSM).

Duties

Serves as the Principal Technical Support Specialist in the Operations Support Staff, performing a variety of functions directly relating to the operation of the NAS. Performs work of broad scope and complexity. Provides the highest organizational level of technical support to the operations managers as required for efficiency and continuity of NAS operations. Focuses on the availability and reliability of the services and products provided to users of the NAS. Applies broad experience and comprehensive technical knowledge of assigned disciplines and specialties, an understanding of new technologies and methods, and FAA policies and programs.

Provides detailed instruction of Core NAS Policy to include: FSEP, Tort Law, NAPRS, FRO, Certification, Logging requirements, Coordination, DMT & TOT (Metrics) websites, Modifications, Technical Documentation, and general NASTEP program and findings. These are the core items in the CNPC workshop so subject matter understanding and interrelationships knowledge is required and communicated during each workshop. Generates quarterly and annual summary report of CNPC classes held in the Service Area. Recruits and develops other CNPC Instructors from within Districts and Technical Services. Represents Service Area on National CNPC Document review and update meetings and telecons. Generates corrections and updates of CNPC workshop material and provides to the National team for consideration. Generates TOT snapshot of TSC general logging and metric performance 2 weeks prior to CNPC workshop, and then generates follow-up snapshots at 3 and 6 months. Identifies the trends of SSC compliance to policy.

The position is concerned with the applications of the systems through which those services are provided. Performs a variety of functions directly relating to the operations of the NAS. Listens to field concerns, develops and implements coordinated solutions, and ensures follow through with customer. Determines whether the majority of services, systems, or subsystems are operating (or are capable of operating) within applicable parameters and specifications. Determines the technical acceptability or status thereof. Provides appropriate systems and service certification as required by agency policy and guidelines.

Is subject matter technical expert and makes decisions and recommendations that involves major segments of the NAS which extend beyond District boundaries. Initiates action for the timely repair or restoration of services and systems, taking into account the availability of backup systems, possible reconfigurations to minimize service interruptions, and relative criticality of particular functions to the safe and efficient operations of services and systems throughout the area of geographic responsibility of the position. Work directly supports the objectives of the organization and the safe and continual operation of the NAS, FAA aircraft, and/or FAA academic programs.

Contacts are both internal and external. Often represents the organization as a primary technical point of contact on projects, programs, and other work activities to coordinate and implement plans or to obtain information and resolve problems. Coordinates with other organizations and agencies concerned with FAA activities. Oversees activities of contractors.

Receives 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. Organizes and assigns resources needed to accomplish large work activities within established schedules.

Independently resolves all but unique technical problems. Interprets and adapts technical manuals, manufacturers instructions, FAA policies, procedures, and other publications.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Job Requirements:
Requirements 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.
A signed Supervisory Endorsement is required if movement to this position will be a promotion.
An endorsement is not required if ingrade or downgrade.
Must possess a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, applicants must meet the requirements stated below:

There is no timeframe requirement at the Level III/FV-H 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 below.

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.

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. Failure to submit narrative responses for each “Demonstrated Ability” will prevent further consideration.

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 attempts 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. You may upload your document with your application.

Supervisory Endorsement is not required for ingrade/downgrade candidates.

For assistance in responding to each of the Demonstrated Abilities "things to consider"/instructions have been provided for each of the demonstrated abilities at:

https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/media/AppendixVPromotionCriteria.pdf

Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Narratives for Demonstrated Abilities are Mandatory. Failure to submit demonstrated abilities statements will prevent you from receiving further consideration. Answer all questions to the best of your ability. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you possess 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.

Education

Not applicable.

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.

Required Documents

SUPERVISORY ENDORSEMENT: If your selection for this position would be considered a PROMOTION, then a supervisory statement endorsing your candidacy is REQUIRED by the closing date of this announcement. The endorsement must be included the vacancy announcement number. To obtain the Supervisory Endorsement, please contact your manager. NOTE: A supervisory endorsement is not required for ingrade/downgrade candidates. Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or e-mailed applications cannot be accepted. If you need to submit additional documents to supplement your on-line application, e.g., SF-50 or Supervisory Endorsement, you may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS. Supplemental documentation can also be faxed to (817) 222-5852 on or before the closing date of this announcement. Please include your name and the vacancy announcement number on each of your faxed pages and redact all Personally Identifiable Information (PII), such as social security number and date of birth.

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.

Salary Range: $75,305 - $116,712

Job Ident #: 793452600

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