Duties
Applies experience and expert technical knowledge of the National Airspace System (NAS) equipment, procedures, including their interrelatedness and functions, in order to design, develop, modify, or evaluate the NAS. Possesses an understanding of new technologies and methodologies, to perform critical tasks requiring the development of new concepts, systems, or innovative approaches. Supports the deployment and integration of equipment and systems into the NAS. Typical assignments may include: complex system integration; extensive research and analysis; leading and coordinating efforts of programs in the consistent use of the Service Center and Engineering Services as well as processes in project implementation that leverage the full capabilities within the shared services available in the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Service Area/Center.
Possesses knowledge of air traffic services and systems, including the development, acquisition, operation and sustainment of the NAS; as well as knowledge of the Mission Support programs as it relates to program planning, integration and implementation. Uses qualitative methods and data analytics to synchronize the deployment of complex NAS systems and programs, identify enterprise level risks, issues and opportunities and propose alternative courses of action in the acquisition, management, and deployment of major NAS systems or programs. Develops plans, techniques, and policies to address current or anticipated problems and issues. Works with
higher-level management internal and external to the PMO to identify and solve NAS systems and equipment problems and develop solutions for reducing and mitigating current and anticipated risks. Collaborates with stakeholders, within the PMO and externally, to identify and solve problems and find mutually beneficial solutions.
Provides expert guidance and instruction, both internally and externally, to address diverse, complex issues which often cross multiple projects/programs or functional/technical areas, such as Operational Support Facilities and Program Office Facility Managers, or other programs and FAA field offices. Identifies and resolves highly complex NAS problems or issues which often cross organizational boundaries and impact on the accomplishment of FAA's strategic objectives. Takes into consideration the FAA policies, government-wide rules and regulations, and industry standards when developing new policies, procedures related to the synchronizing of complex NAS systems and program deployments.
Works with the PMO during the integration of program activities, focusing on cross-program planning, facilitating the synchronization of investment and implementation schedules, leveraging CWP to de-conflict waterfall schedules, and identifying potential opportunities to maximize investments and minimize risks. Provides support to the Incident Planning Coordinator (IPC) role at Headquarters. Coordinates programs efforts and use of the Service Center and Engineering Services, as well as processes in project implementation that leverage the
full capabilities within the shared services available in the Air Traffic Organization (ATO) Service Area/Center. Provide support to the Incident Planning Coordinator (IPC) role at Headquarters.
Works mainly independently and has broad discretion to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and policies. As employee is a technical expert, his or her final work typically is reviewed for success in achieving planned results, not technical merit.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Required Documents
Only supplemental documentation (e.g. transcript, certifications, SF-50, and/or veterans' documentation) will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded or faxed to 202-267-7032 on or before the closing date of the announcement. All submitted documents must reference the announcement number. ALL applicants MUST submit the following: (1) resume with complete work history; and (2) a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action). For guidance on how to create a Federal resume, visit http://www.archives.gov/careers/jobs/forms/resume-guide.pdf Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date will result in a finding of ineligible. We are not responsible for incomplete, illegible or missing documents. Please DO NOT email your application documents. We cannot accept documents received via the email system. Documents sent via email will NOT receive consideration.
All Veterans: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions. If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
If you are claiming 10 point preference but fail to submit the supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be tentatively assessed as a 5 point preference eligible provided your DD Form 214 reflects that you have the service required to qualify for preference. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
Veterans currently on active duty claiming veterans' preference: You will be granted tentative preference if you submit a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions and your application shows that you have the required service. Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office a DD Form 214 documenting discharge/release and showing that the service was honorable or general. If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.
If you want consideration for one or more of the Special Hiring Authorities, documentation that must be submitted at time of application can be found at
Direct Hiring Authorities | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov).
Forms:- SF-15 : Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference
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.
For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.
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.