Duties
This position is assigned to one of the following organizations within the PMO: Integrated Services and Analysis, AJM-1; Air Traffic Systems, AJM-2; Enterprise Services, AJM-3; and Surveillance Services Directorate, AJM-4.
The Management and Program Analyst performs multiple and varying analytical assignments under the limited direction of a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional. Applies experience and advanced knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques for assessing programs and improving organizational effectiveness and efficiency. Uses quantitative and qualitative methods, principles and concepts to define the utility, basic tenets and guidelines for assisting in the preparation of the Master Integrated Program Schedule.
Applies fact-finding, analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to define program requirements, identify problems and to assist in the development of program briefs and working papers. Assists senior analysts in the development and execution of the Integrated logistics Support Plan (ILSP). Recommends improvements to processes and assists with the implementation of alternative logistics support practices.
Uses knowledge of the Acquisition Management System policies and processes to supports senior specialists by tracking and analyzing acquisition packages, requests for proposals, bids, or quotations by checking documents for errors and ensuring that standard or special provisions comply with applicable policies and regulations. As an individual contributor, participates on acquisition strategy or source selection panels to determine if a written source selection plan is necessary and to document strategy. Provides market research data to senior management, identifies marketplace requirements to identify supply or service sources. Maintains automated tracking systems to
assist with financial analysis and reporting to include analyzing budgets assigned to large-scale technical aviation programs and services to record, reconcile, validate and track data; identify discrepancies and conduct various analytical studies.
Utilizes advanced automated tools and financial systems, such as macros, pivot tables, advanced filtering, etc. to assist in creating graphics and charts for inclusion in presentations to senior officials. Works with more experienced analysts in the planning, monitoring, and conducting small special projects, studies, and initiatives. Identifies and analyzes problems, identifies significant factors, gathers and interprets pertinent data, and applies established rules and procedures in order to recommend effective solutions. Although the incumbent uses considerable discretion when selecting approaches and recommending new approaches, established policies and
procedures are available for most assignments.
Contacts are typically internal and external, with regular contact within and external to the PMO to share information about the FAA and to explain the applications of policies and procedures. Provides guidance to junior analyst in the day-to-day operations. Resolves most problems and work issues without the assistance of a more experienced professional or manager and refers problems and work issues that require additional attention. The Team Manager periodically reviews work at major milestones and at completion, for policy compliance and alignment with the requirements of projects and/or other work activities. Work activities typically support and may be vital to the success of projects and/or activities for one or more organizational units, major subdivisions, and/or LOB's/SO's.
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 or faxed to 202-267-7032. These documents must be uploaded on faxed or before the closing date of the announcement. All submitted documents must reference the announcement number.
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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.
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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.