Airway Transportation Systems Specialist ((TSOG))

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.

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

There is no timeframe requirement at the Level IV/FV-I to compete. Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility that is appropriate to the position.

Experience that demonstrates knowledge of telecommunications networks, ability to assess technical requirements and specifications.

Hands on experience with all telecommunications systems including peripheral equipment (e.g.computer networks, optical fiber, on site controllers, data modems, terminals, etc).

Must have adequate interpersonal and organizational skills and the ability to oversee and coordinate telecommunications activities, document requests, activities, specifications, and installation plans.

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.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES: 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. 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 attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification. Supervisor Endorsement.

If your selection for this position would be considered a promotion then a supervisory statement endorsing your candidacy (Career Level III to Career Level IV) is required by the closing date of this announcement.

The endorsement must include the announcement number. Please upload your document with your application. Supervisory Endorsement is not required for ingrade/downgrade candidates.

Major Duties:

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.

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.

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 advices 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 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. Contacts are both internal and external.

Represents the organization as the primary technical point of contact on projects, programs, and other work activities to coordinate and implement plans or to obtain information and resolve problems.

Meets and consults with representatives of external organizations such as DoD, airport management, contractors, utility companies and foreign governments to resolve problems of mutual concern and to elicit cooperation and action favorable to FAA needs.

Incumbent must possess a valid driver's license. Performs other duties as assigned.