Duties
The incumbent will manage a multi-functional organization engaged in working on complex technical projects and programs related to the real-time operation, availability, and reliability of the services and products provided to the users of the WAAS.
Directs the work of subordinate employees and has authority to provide direction to assigned specialists by setting priorities and deadlines, assigning tasks and responsibilities, establishing work schedules, approving leave, and ensuring adequate shift coverage for the accomplishment of work assigned to effectively manage the NAS infrastructure. Additionally, monitors and evaluates performance, coaches, and develops staff, and manages conduct and discipline as appropriate.Manages 24/7 operational team responsible for day-to-day NAS operations performing oversight of FAA owned WAAS equipment and services. The team is responsible for the daily certification of the WAAS and event-based certification of the Signal Generation Subsystem and Wide-area Reference Stations in Canada and Mexico.
Applies advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed, advanced knowledge of budget, human resources, and other administrative policies and procedures, and an advanced understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision, and detailed knowledge of the applicable Collective Bargaining Unit agreement(s) and other administrative policies and procedures, and an understanding of the vision and objectives of the organization when communicating plans and strategies.
Collaborates on a national level making real-time decisions or operational adjustments to manage enterprise level events and prevent/ mitigate NAS operational impact. Integrates the work of programs to accomplish the mission.
Manages the maintenance, operations, restoration, and performance of WAAS operations and services, domestic and internationally. Leads cross organizational teams to coordinate and resolve issues in order to ensure WAAS operational services meet established organizational goals.
Defines, allocates, and manages resources and requirements for a virtual organization located across the Nation. Identifies efficient and effective uses of resources while ensuring cost effective business solutions and services are implemented and/or validated.
Creates and maintains a supportive work environment that promotes collaboration and open communication between employees and management. Inspires, coaches, and guides staff members in accomplishing desired goals within a complex and changing environment. Promotes, supports, and participates in the FAA EEO Program. EEO issues are identified, resolved, and coordinated with EEO official as required.
Incumbent is responsible for membership and coordination with the Purposeful Interference Response Team (PIRT) for reporting of US Government Space interference events. This responsibility requires discussions and meeting with the Department of Defense (DOD).
Receives GPS Vulnerabilities briefings from the USCG Navigation Center (NAVCEN), DOD, Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Federal Communications Commission (FCC).
Individual and organizational performance is reviewed periodically through organizational performance measures to determine success in achieving planned results. The WAAS Operations Team Manager has broad discretion to ensure the alignment of all projects/programs with the tactical and strategic objectives of the major subdivision and LOB/SO.
This position requires a Secret level security clearance and is a testing designated position.
Required Documents
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.
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- Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)
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- Salary (optional)
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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.