Summary This position is an NAS Technical Evaluation Program Evaluator (NSTEP) Airway Transportation Systems Specialists (ATSS), at this level are recognized as the subject matter expert in their field. ATSS personnel install, evaluate, maintain, modify and certify facilities, services and equipment that support the National Airspace System (NAS). Responsibilities Serves as an ATSS (NAS Technical Evaluation Program Evaluator) in the NAS Technical Evaluation Program (NASTEP), responsible for performing a variety of functions directly related to the operation of the NAS. Recognized as a principal technical specialist on legacy and newly developed systems within a large facility or multiple facilities over a large geographical area. Responsible for the planning, directing, coordinating, monitoring, and maintenance activities associated with the management of assigned NAS systems/facilities. Performs work of broad scope and complexity with a high degree of independence. Applies broad experience and comprehensive technical knowledge to maintain and protect the integrity and safety of all components and systems for the NAS service delivery. 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. Plans, coordinates and performs work with a high degree of independence, keeping the supervisor advised only of the most critical issues. Resolves unique technical problems without managerial intervention, providing coordination and suggestion solutions. Maintains situational awareness of the NAS. Comprehends FAA Orders, FAA Directives, Technical Instruction books, and other source material for the NASTEP systems/subsystems/equipment or services. Rapidly analyzes and seeks resolution to problems as they arise, and makes adjustments as necessary to deal with system outages and network performance deterioration. Provides guidance and assistance to team members to resolve equipment/systems problems. Disseminates operational information to team members. Advises team of any problems or potential problems that affect systems or services resulting from the NASTEP evaluation. Practices Risk Management during evaluation activities, taking into account the availability of back-up systems, possible reconfigurations to minimize service interruptions, and the relative criticality of particular functions to the safe and efficient operation of the NAS. Documents maintenance processes, reviews evaluation findings, and provides immediate feedback. Generate reports and tracks issues to closure. Provide presentations to varying audiences. Analyzes system performance data from various sources such as maintenance logs, eTPRs, Flight Inspection reports, Technical Reference Data and input from users. Utilizes metrics and statistics to provide trend analysis on NAS systems and processes. Receives general program assignments from a supervisor or higher level manager. Assignments are stated in terms of priorities, overall objectives, and boundaries. Completed assignments are considered technically authoritative and are reviewed only for general compliance with organizational objectives. Identifies resources needed to perform assignments. Organizes and assigns resources needed to accomplish large work activities within established schedules. Work is reviewed for compliance with established policies and sound technical and programmatic judgement. 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. Performs other duties as assigned. Incumbent must possess a valid driver's license. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications To qualify for this position, candidate must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility that demonstrates an extensive amount 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 equivalent), meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience supports the DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES identified below. In addition to your resume, in the space provided under each Demonstrated Ability, you MUST provide a NARRATIVE justification on how you meet this ability. The justification 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 listed below. Eligible candidates may be ranked based on demonstrated abilities. 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 Specialized Experience for I-Band: In addition to the Demonstrated abilities qualified applicants must demonstrate specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade (FV-H or FG/GS-12). Specialized experience is experience which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position and that is typically in or directly related to work of the position to be filled. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE for NASTEP includes: Examples of specialized experience include completion of equipment specific training and demonstrated field experience in maintaining and certifying facility @types identified in FAA Order 6040.6, Appendix H, par. 2b(2); a working knowledge and experience in applying the guidance of current FAA Orders 6000.15, 6040.15, 6032.1 and all associated appendices by having performed maintenance logging activities to include facility/service interrupt coordination, corrective maintenance activities, periodic maintenance scheduling and completion activities and modification completions for FAA facilities. Education Additional Information We 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. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. Narratives for Demonstrated Abilities are Mandatory. Failure to submit demonstrated abilities statements will prevent you from receiving further consideration. Answer all questions to the best of your ability. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you possess 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 the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification. Current FAA employee: You MUST submit a copy of your most recent (non-award) SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, or equivalent document that verifies tenure (block 24, code 1 or 2). Failure to provide the required documentation by the closing date of this announcement will result in non-consideration for this position. Interviews: If one applicant is interviewed, all applicants must be interviewed. Security Requirements: Moderate Risk (5): This position requires completion & favorable adjudication of a National Agency Check with Inquiry (NACI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date of the announcement will result in in loss of consideration. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA
