Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (TSOG - Environmental)

Full Job Description

Airway Transportation Systems Specialists (ATSS) at this level are recognized as the subject matter expert in their field.

All duties of an ATSS are tied to maintaining safe and efficient operating capacity of the vast and complex network of electronics systems required for the world's largest air traffic control and navigation system.

To qualify for this position candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility that demonstrates an extensive knowledge and experience of one or more of the following systems(s) and service: ENVIRONMENTAL: VISAIDS: Medium Approach lighting system, Visual Approach Slopes Indicator (VASI),Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI), Runway End Identifier Lights (REIL), Heating Venting Air Conditioning (HVAC), Boiler, Chillers and controls, Lighting Bonding and Grounding Fiber Optics Transmission System (FOTS), Engine Generator and associated, fuel tanks and switch gear, Power Condition Systems (PCS), Uninterpretable Power Systems (UPS), Runway Status Lights (RWSL), Approach Lighting System with Flashers (ALSF).

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Experience that demonstrates knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, repair and evaluate the performance of one or more of the following systems(s) and service: Medium Approach Lighting System (MALS, MALSF, MALSR), Visual Approach Slopes Indicator (VASI), Precision Approach Path Indicator (PAPI), Runway End Identifier Lights (REIL), Heating Venting Air Conditioning (HVAC), Boilers, Chillers and controls, Lighting Bonding and Grounding Systems (LBGS), Fiber Optics Transmission System (FOTS), Engine Generator and associated, fuel tanks and switch gear, Power Condition Systems (PCS), Uninterpretable Power Systems (UPS), DC Battery Back Up System (DCBUS), and Runway Status Lights (RWSL).

Ability to lead other specialists through formal and informal training. Ability to lead others on small infrastructure replacement type projects.

Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility that is appropriate to the position.

Experience that demonstrates an extensive knowledge of and experience in technology system interrelationships, and management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, and electronics systems.

Generally, experience at the next lower level Pay Band H/level III or FG/GS-12 or equivalent, meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience supports the demonstrated abilities identified below.

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements may be further evaluated on the Demonstrated Abilities listed in the announcement.

Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.

You MUST provide a NARRATIVE statement for each Demonstrated Ability.

The narratives should be clear and concise, providing a description of your education, training and experience that would describe the degree to which you possess each Demonstrated Ability.

Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility appropriate to the position.

Failure to submit narrative responses for each “Demonstrated Ability” will prevent further consideration. Notice: Answer all questions to the best of your ability.

DO NOT ASSUME THAT BECAUSE YOU HOLD OR HAVE HELD THIS POSITION, YOU WILL AUTOMATICALLY BE FOUND ELIGIBLE.

You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have this type of experience at a later stage in the selection process.

Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during that application process.

Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempts to conceal information can result in disqualification.

For assistance in responding to each of the Demonstrated Abilities "things to consider"/instructions have been provided for each of the demonstrated abilities at: https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/media/AppendixVPromotionCriteria.pdf Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

Major Duties:

ATSS personnel install, evaluate, maintain, modify and certify facilities, services and equipment that support the National Airspace System (NAS).

They are also responsible for various duties that contribute to providing reliable and safe FAA services to the flying public. Serves as an ATSS with the Technical Support Operations Group.

Performs a variety of functions directly related to the operation of the NAS.

Responsibilities include integration, restoration, testing and evaluation of new advanced services or service components, hardware/software systems and processes.

Applies comprehensive technical knowledge to protect the integrity of all components and systems to provide NAS service delivery.

Has broad automated systems and networking responsibilities and is recognized as a principal technical specialist on legacy and newly developed systems within a large facility or multiple facilities over a large geographical area.

The work performed at this level requires technical expertise on complex systems and/or emerging technology, systems interrelationships and management of the NAS.

Performs work of broad scope and complexity with a high degree of independence.

Provides the highest organizational level of technical support associated with analyzing, designing, developing, installing, repairing, fabricating, maintaining, modifying, or evaluating the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible.

As a principal specialist/expert for major projects and/or program areas resolves unique technical problems without managerial intervention, providing coordination and suggesting solutions.

Plans, coordinates, and performs work with a high degree of independence, keeping the supervisor advised of only the most critical issues.

Can be called upon to assist with repair and/or restore service or systems, providing guidance on the availability of back-up systems, recommending reconfiguration to minimize service interruptions to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the NAS.

Carries out work in accordance with overall plans and objectives of the organization, resolving problems as they arise and making adjustments as necessary to handle unanticipated situations and organizational needs.

This work includes responsibility for evaluating diagnostic data from multiple systems that are integrated to support a network of services or service products.

Evaluation of this data is used for correcting deficiencies on Contractor Acceptance Inspection/Joint Acceptance Inspection, and timely resolution of equipment, systems or services with the NAS.

Collaborates with system users, planners, engineers, and contractor personnel for the acceptance of new or modified systems and provide assistance for resolving problems with the installation or improvements.

Develops recommendations for enhancing efficiency of systems by modification and application of existing or emerging technology. Monitors other employees time as a project or team leader.

Identifies requirements (staffing funds, materials, and equipment) to accomplish projects and tracks the use of project resources.

Provides training, mentoring, guidance and advice to FAA employees, contractors and other organizations as needed. Supervisor rarely reviews completed work.

Integrates Operational Risk Management (ORM) into all planned activities ensuring that all customers and users of services are included and involved in implementation and planning.

Utilizes appropriate Personal Safety Training and supplied Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) when engaged in restoration and maintenance activities.

Ensures all involved parties utilize PPE for the task appropriately. Performs other duties as assigned. Incumbent must possess a valid driver's license.