Duties
The Air Traffic Control Specialist will apply experience and comprehensive knowledge of air traffic control procedures, operations and staff programs to support the integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and commercial space launch/reentry operations into the National Airspace System (NAS). Performs complex, specialized air traffic control assignments and applies national-level expertise in a major air traffic control staff function, such as , automation, airspace procedures or operations, to improve NAS efficiency by reducing delays, route deviations, fuel burn, and missions as UAS and Commercial Space vehicles are integrated into the (NAS). This work contributes directly to the accomplishment of air traffic and other Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) objectives and the efficiency and effectiveness of air traffic operations.
Applies experience separating and controlling air traffic in a terminal or en route air traffic facility to evaluate proposed technical changes to separation standards, procedures and/or the techniques available to controllers to separate aircraft. Applies comprehensive knowledge of staff programs, such as procedures or traffic management, to evaluate methods of integrating launch/reentry vehicles into the ATC operational environment mixed with UAS traffic. Possesses experience as a facility on-the-job training specialist to participate in the process of developing training recommendations for facility air traffic controllers on UAS policies and rules. Participates in the development of guidance for processing UAS authorizations and waivers. Evaluates methods of integrating launch/reentry vehicles that can meet the flight characteristics and performance requirements of operating aircraft in the airspace into normal operations and within
Communication Navigation & Surveillance (CNS)/Air Traffic Management (ATM) procedures and infrastructure.
Assesses activities that effect facility airspace, and if necessary, analyzes proposed policies and programs related to the integration of Commercial Space and UAS operations. Identifies and proposes alternative strategies when necessary. Uses experience initiating traffic management instructions and restrictions, evaluates proposed automated tools to provide air traffic controllers with live automated displays or real time knowledge of a vehicles position or status to implement Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFR) and Altitude Reservation (ALTRV) requests.
The ATCS is a senior point of contact for work groups evaluating decision support tools for improved planning and real-time information sharing that support launch and reentry vehicle operations. Identifies needs and capabilities for the integration of UAS in the operational environment. Contacts are internal and external to the Directorate and include representatives from other FAA lines of business, facility managers, contractors (or their representatives), private industry, the public sector, and the Department of Defense. Often represents the Directorate as a senior point of contact on projects, programs, research and acquisition. Collaborates with labor representatives through participation on joint facility labor/management work groups. Maintains an active relationship with national labor representatives to ensure collaborative responses to operational issues.
Although broad policies and objectives provide general guidance for completing work objectives, considerable discretion is allowed to develop new or innovative approaches and draws on experience and knowledge to solve unusual problems. Is considered an authority in UAS and Commercial Space vehicles, most work is performed independently. The Team Manager reviews work for quality of results and compatibility with regional and national goals, conformance with established policies, and consonance with program objectives.
Work is typically reviewed through status reports and at completion.
Required Documents
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
To qualify based on education, you must upload or fax a copy of your high school or college transcripts or certificates at time of application. If selected, official transcripts will be required prior to employment.
Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50), upon request.
Only supplemental documentation, e.g. transcripts or veteran's documentation will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded or fax to (609) 485-8995 on or before the closing date of this announcement. All submitted documents should reference the announcement number.
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.
How to Apply
You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.
We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes.
Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
- Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)
- Duties (be specific in describing your duties)
- Employer's name and address
- Supervisor name and phone number
- Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
- Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
- Salary (optional)
Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies. Please see this guide,
Document Upload Guide, for more information on uploading and re-using the documents in your applications.
Next steps
Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
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Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.