Federal Aviation Administration

Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (SSC Coordinator)

Federal Aviation Administration$80K — $100K *
Aerospace & Defense
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • 5-7 years experience in complex technology systems and aviation electronics.
  • Experience managing automated navigation and communication systems.
  • Proven ability to interpret and apply engineering principles.
  • Demonstrated technical support capabilities at a high organizational level.
  • Experience working closely with various engineering and contractor personnel.

Responsibilities

  • Plan and coordinate complex projects with minimal supervision.
  • Act as the technical lead on significant FAA programs and projects.
  • Integrate, restore, and evaluate advanced services and systems.
  • Apply technical knowledge to ensure NAS service integrity.
  • Collaborate with stakeholders for new systems acceptance and troubleshooting.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package for employees and families.
  • Access to various federal employee benefits designed for career reward.
  • Potential eligibility for various forms of leave and retirement options.
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Summary

Serves as ATSS SSC Coordinator

Duties

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The incumbent plans, coordinates and performs a variety of very complex assignments with a high degree of independence from supervision. Provides the highest organizational level of technical support associated with the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible. Represents the organization as a primary technical point of contact on projects, programs and other work activities. Responsibilities include the 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. Demonstrates the ability to interpret, select and apply principles and practices related to the knowledge of scientific and engineering fields. Collaborates with system users, planners, engineers and contractor personnel for the acceptance of new or modified systems and provides assistance for resolving problems with the installation of improvements.

Requirements

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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.
  • Supervisor's endorsement (see Required Documents).


Qualifications

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 FV\GS-12 or equivalent, meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience provides the Demonstrated Abilities.

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Additional information

We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.

Position may be subject to a background investigation.

A one-year probationary period may be required.

The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements

Demonstrated Abilities: You MUST provide a NARRATIVE statement for each Demonstrated Ability and Quality Ranking Factor. 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. Eligible candidates will be ranked based on DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES and QUALITY RANKING FACTORS, if applicable. For your assistance in responding to each of the demonstrated abilities "things to consider"/instructions have been provided for each demonstrated abilities at: https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/media/AppendixVPromotionCriteria.pdf

Incomplete Applications: Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.

Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.

Security Clearance: Selection and placement are contingent upon waiver or completion of satisfactory security requirement.

Interviews: If the agency decides to interview any qualified employee on the selection list, then all on the list who are qualified must be interviewed.

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