Air Traffic Control Specialist

DutiesIncumbent will serve as an Air Traffic Control Specialist applying expert knowledge of air traffic operations and procedures to serve as a senior project manager or team leader for complex, initiatives and projects to evaluate proposed program changes to national air traffic policies, procedures and equipment. In this capacity, performs complex, specialized air traffic control assignments, such as serving on national facility realignment work-groups, Standard Terminal Automation Replacement system (STARS) software planning boards, deficiency review boards and Operational Test & Evaluation. This work directly affects the safety and efficiency of the National Airspace System(NAS).Applies experience and expert technical knowledge of air traffic procedures and operations to test and integrate terminal automation platforms, such as the STARS system. Evaluates proposed changes in equipment and procedures to recommend new and innovative approaches to resolve technical issues prior to operational implementation. Applies this knowledge to identify and resolve highly complex problems that often cross organizational boundaries, including service areas and facilities. Uses technical knowledge of and experience with air traffic separating/controlling procedures, radar separation standards, and vectoring procedures to evaluate proposed technical changes to En Route automation systems such as En Route Automation Modernization (ERAM). Participates in the development, acquisition and deployment of En Route and Terminal automation and surveillance/radar equipment. Uses automated radar systems to adapt software used to support air traffic operations.As a project manager, uses knowledge of FAA policies and objectives to identify, define, and organize work for multiple work activities. Provides leadership skills in coordinating with cross discipline team members to ensure team is on track with project requirements, deadlines, and schedules. Leads project team members in accomplishing the assigned goals and objectives of the organization. Acquires and allocates resources to accomplish work activities within established schedules. Independently commits resources. Meets with project team members to identify and resolve project issues.Contacts are internal and external and include FAA managers, operating officials, contractors (or their representatives), private industry, and the public sector. Often represents the FAA at the national level as the agency focal point for major projects or programs involving the terminal/En Route modernization effort. Recommends organizational positions on major programs and issues to agency management. Prepares and reviews reports or policies for internal and external distribution.Broad policies and objectives provide general guidance for addressing issues but almost always require the development of new and innovative approaches. Often recommends new policies. Develops procedures and approaches. Considers FAA policies, governmentwide rules and regulations, and industry standards. Conceives, plans, and directs studies involving complex issues and unique problems.Requirements Conditions of EmploymentUS Citizenship is required.Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents) QualificationsTo view the complete qualification standard, applicants should reference – U.S. Office of Personnel Group Coverage Qualification Standard for Air Traffic Control Series, 2152:https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2100/air-traffic-control-series-2152/To qualify for this position at the K-band you must demonstrate in your application that you have experience as an air traffic controller in a military or civilian air traffic facility that demonstrated possession of the knowledge, skills and abilities required to perform the level of work of the specialization for which application is made. This experience must have provided a comprehensive knowledge of appropriate air traffic control laws, rules and regulations. Creditable experience must have equipped applicants with the knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the full range of duties of the position for which application is being made.To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-J / FG/GS-14. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.Specialized experience is Experience and expert technical knowledge of air traffic procedures and operations to test and integrate Traffic Flow Management System/Flow Management Data and Services platforms, such as Departure Spacing Program (DSP) and Traffic Situation Display (TSD). Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history.Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.Interview Policy: All, some or none of the applications may be interviewed.Pay Retention: In accordance with HRPM. EMP 1.29/1.29A, this position may be Career Enhancement Assignment/Career Progression. The selectee(s) may be eligible for pay retention. Career Diversity is not enhanced when an employee is assigned to a staff or supervisory position in which they previously held on a permanent basis. CEP/CP selectees will be required to certify eligibility. Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire. Additional informationWe 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 person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. 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.As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the KSAs listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical order and referred to the selecting official for consideration.Position is not eligible for "good time" for ATC retirement purposes. This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by AFSCME Local 1653.Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefitsEligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.How You Will Be EvaluatedYou 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.