PUBLIC NOTICE - Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (G- ENV, RAD, NAV, AUT, COM & F ENTRY) Job in May be filled in various FAA duty locations

Vacancy No. FAA-AHF-25-PUB NOT-91319 Department Federal Aviation Administration
Salary $67,712.00 to $80,781.00 Grade F to G
Perm/Temp Permanent FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 10/3/2024 Close Date 9/30/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Public
Locations:
May be filled in various FAA duty locations


Job Description (Please follow all instructions carefully)

Summary

This position is an entry-level Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (ATSS). All duties of an ATSS are tied to maintaining safe and efficient operating capacity of the vast and complex network or electronics systems required for the world's largest air traffic control and navigation system. ATSS personnel install, evaluate, maintain, modify and certify facilities, services and equipment that support the National Airspace System (NAS).

Duties

Responsibilities at the F band include, but not limited to the following:

At this level, the ATSS performs basic, progressively more difficult assignments, receives academic and on-the-job instruction in fundamentals of the appropriate discipline, acquires and applies basic technical knowledge and limited experience to accomplish assignments.

These responsibilities are associated with acquiring basic knowledge and hands-on experience leading to the ability to perform coordination, operation, repair, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, modification, flight check, certification, and documentation activities on all or some of the discipline specific systems and services.

Responsibilities at the G band include, but not limited to the following:

At this level, the ATSS has a working knowledge and understanding of the impact of specific system performance in providing NAS-wide services and has full maintenance and operational responsibility for a single system or for the integration of multiple systems and services.

Performs routine assignments independently, receiving little or no technical guidance. Utilizes and interprets FAA orders, technical manuals, manufacturer's instructions, procedures and other publications as required to complete multiple and complex work assignments. Applies practical judgment and discretion to select the most appropriate method to complete the work assignment. Supervisor furnishes general instructions on the scope of work, time limitations, and priorities.

All ATSS should have a foundation of basic knowledge supplemented by work experience or formal education in order to perform in this position such as: knowledge of basic electronic and/or electrical theory; have the aptitude for solving mathematical problems (algebra and/or trigonometry to perform electronic/electrical calculations); read and interpret technical drawings; and apply basic physics theory. The developmental ATSS must use electronic test equipment required for maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing of NAS equipment/systems as well as use proper personal protective equipment and safety procedures while accomplishing work assignments.

The ATSS's work out of offices located at or near airports and on service equipment located on airports, in Air Traffic Control Towers (ATCT), Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCC's), and other remote facilities. In some cases, they may have work assignments located in open fields, on towers and on remote mountain tops or offshore.

The ATSS must be able to efficiently perform the essential functions of the position without hazard to themselves or others. Due to the nature of the job, usable vision (including color vision and near vision), hearing, and speech may be required. The ATSS may be required to lift and/or carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds; climb stairs/ladders up to 100 feet; be able to bend or stoop for extended periods; work in diverse environmental conditions (outside/extreme weather); work rotating shifts, weekends and/or holidays; possess a valid driver's license, and possibly travel away from home up to 75% of the time.

Newly hired ATSS's may spend a significant amount of time attending formal training at the FAA Academy in Oklahoma City, OK.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
  • Valid Driver License is required.
  • Some facilities require a noncritical sensitive security investigation.

Qualifications

Group Coverage Standard for Administrative and Management Positions in conjunction with the Individual Occupational Requirements for DOT/FAA Airway Transportation Systems Specialist, FV-2101.

QUALIFICATIONS AT THE FV-F LEVEL BASED ON WORK EXPERIENCE:

To be QUALIFIED: Applicants must document 3 years of full time (40 hours per week) general work experience that provided a basic knowledge of the principles of electronics, mathematics, computers, aeronautics, or related areas, or an understanding, both theoretical and practical, of automated systems operation, integration, management, and maintenance. Experience may have been gained in occupations such as computer specialist, electronics technician, telecommunications specialist, engineer, or other work related to this position.

To be WELL QUALIFIED: Applicant must document 1 year of full time (40 hours per week) more specialized work experience that provided the opportunity to acquire and the need to apply practical and theoretical knowledge of the principles, functions, and processes associated with electronics and electricity concepts; computer systems and information management concepts; telecommunications concepts; and system management and integration methods related to the ATSS discipline specific systems and services.

Applicants should include examples and detailed work experience in their resume.

QUALIFICATIONS AT THE FV-F LEVEL BASED ON EDUCATION:

To be QUALIFIED: Applicants must document a 4-year course of study or at least 24 semester hours leading to a bachelor's degree in one of these fields: computer science, mathematics, electronics, physical sciences, information management, engineering, telecommunications, or other fields related to this position. Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

QUALIFICATIONS AT THE FV-F LEVEL BASED ON A COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be qualifying for this position. The total percentage must equal at least 100% to qualify.

QUALIFICATIONS AT THE FV-G LEVEL BASED ON EXPERIENCE:

To be QUALIFIED: Applicants must document 1 year of specialized work experience, equivalent to at least the next lower level, that demonstrates an extensive knowledge of basic electricity and electronic theory; knowledge and ability to use tools, materials, and various types of specialized test equipment for the maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing of COMMUNICATIONS, NAVIGATIONAL AIDS, AUTOMATION, RADAR, AND ENVIROMENTAL SYSTEMS such as:

Software Programmer, Boiler Repair, Power Distribution Systems, Satellite Communications, Fire Control, TACAN airborne equipment, GPS repair, Home Based Hardware installations, Civil Engineering, other airborne equipment, and other similar equipment and systems.

To be WELL-QUALIFIED: Applicants must document 1 year of specialized work experience with extensive knowledge and skill in the repair, installation, analysis, maintenance, troubleshooting, modification, and certification on COMMUNICATIONS, NAVIGATIONAL AIDS, AUTOMATION, RADAR, AND ENVIROMENTAL SYSTEMS such as:

Industrial HVAC, Radio Controlled Equipment, Hardware Configuration, Sonar, TACAN ground equipment, Commercial/Industrial CPU Servicing, Instrument Landing Systems, Surface Search Radar, IFF, other ground-based equipment, and other similar equipment and systems.

Applicants should include examples and detailed work experience in their resume.

QUALIFICATIONS AT THE FV-G LEVEL BASED ON EDUCATION:

To be QUALIFIED: Applicants must document one of the following: 1) Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR 2) 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR 3) LL.M.; if related. Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

QUALIFICATIONS AT THE FV-G LEVEL BASED ON A COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION:

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be qualifying for this position. The total percentage must equal at least 100% to qualify.

FV-F KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

-Knowledge of basic electronics theory and/or basic electro-mechanical theory.

-Basic knowledge of electronic test equipment commonly used to align, adjust and maintain electronic and/or mechanical equipment/ systems.

-Basic knowledge of troubleshooting and repairing electronic and/or mechanical equipment/systems.

-Ability to apply basic knowledge of electronics and/or electro-mechanical theory to troubleshoot and diagnose/repair electronic and/ or electro-mechanical equipment/systems.

FV-G KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

- Knowledge of electronics theory and/or electro-mechanical theory.

- Knowledge of electronic test equipment commonly used to align, adjust and maintain electronic and/or mechanical equipment/systems.

- Ability to troubleshoot and repair electronic and/or mechanical equipment/systems.

- Knowledge of electronic and/or electrical theory; aptitude for solving mathematical problems (algebra and/or trigonometry to perform electronic/electrical calculations); read and interpret technical drawings; and apply basic physics theory.

- Knowledge of the use of tools, materials, and various types of electronic test equipment required for maintenance, testing, troubleshooting, and repairing of NAS equipment/systems.

- Ability to apply knowledge of electronics and/or electro-mechanical theory to troubleshoot and diagnose/repair electronic and/or electro­mechanical NAS equipment/systems using electronic test equipment and technical drawings.

- Ability to apply knowledge of FAA orders and other publications to plan, coordinate, perform of logging and other documentation requirements following maintenance activities.

YOUR RESUME MUST SUPPORT ALL WORK EXPERIENCE DESCRIBED ABOVE.

Education

If qualifying based on education, applicants must submit a copy of the transcript which includes the name of the institution, quarter or semester hours earned and/or confer date.

Preview Job Questionnaire

Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.

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 U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.

This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.

Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. On-the-Spot will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy.

Applicants are not required to select more than one location. Only apply to locations that interest you.

These are not remote or 100% telework positions.

If selected, the new hire must physically report to the FAA official duty station as stipulated in the firm offer.

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Benefits

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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

Official transcript, if qualifying based on education

DD214 (if applicable) and VA Letter (if applicable)



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.

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Agency contact information

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Aviation Careers Branch
6500 S. Macarthur Blvd, HQ Room 139
AHF-S300
Oklahoma City, OK 73169
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Next steps

In accordance with EMP-1.8a, Reference Checking, pre-employment reference checks have been incorporated into the ATSS selection process. Hiring officials must conduct pre-employment reference checks with a current or previous supervisor prior to HR staff extending a tentative offer, therefore references are required.

The hiring manager may choose to interview some, none or all of the applicants.


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.


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