Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (RADAR)
Federal Aviation Administration
Posted: April 15, 2026 (0 days ago)
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Immediate Office of the Chief of Naval Operations
Department of the Navy
Location
Salary
$143,913 - $187,093
per year
Type
Closes
Base salary range: $88,520 - $115,079
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-12. Expert-level knowledge in field.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves analyzing and managing radar programs for the U.S.
Navy's surface ships, including budgeting, planning, and coordinating with teams to ensure radar systems are effectively integrated and funded.
It requires working closely with military and civilian staff to advise top leaders on shipbuilding and technical issues.
A good fit would be someone with experience in defense budgeting and strong communication skills who enjoys high-stakes problem-solving in a government setting.
You will serve as a RADAR PROGRAM ANALYST in the Surface Warfare Division of IMMEDIATE OFC OF CHIEF OF NVL OPS.
Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the GS-13 grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
Specialized experience must demonstrate the following: Applying knowledge of the Planning, Programming, Budgeting, and Execution (PPBE) process to identify and prioritize radar programmatic issues, develop funding solutions for the Program Objective Memorandum (POM), assess budget exhibits, and provide data-driven decision support.
Examples of specialized experience include: 1) Identifying, developing, and reviewing radar program requirements documents in accordance with Department of Navy (DON) processes, providing solutions related to program cost, schedule, fielding, and performance to achieve goals.
2) Demonstrating superior communication skills by drafting, editing, and approving formal presentations and high-level briefings for Flag Officers and Congress, and advocating for Navy and Surface Warfare equities in various government, national, and international forums.
3) Representing Surface Warfare equities in electomagnetic spectrum management forums, ensuring surface warfare capabilities are preserved and supported through spectrum reallocation and sale initiatives.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:
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