Supervisory Aviation Technical Systems Specialist

Summary

This position is located in the Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Technical Operations Services, Operations Support Directorate, Spectrum Engineering Services Group providing management oversight over one of three service teams. These Team assigns radio frequencies, performs coverage analysis and resolves radio frequency interference for the service areas.

Duties

The Supervisory Aviation Technical Systems Specialist directs the work of subordinate employees and/or managers for more than one organizational project/program within a major subdivision. Work usually includes a mixture of routine and complex projects/programs based on the objectives of the Technical Operations Services (AJW) and Air Traffic Organization (ATO). Uses experience evaluating and studying the National Airspace System (NAS) to direct staff in identifying and mitigating risks within the NAS systems and equipment. Integrates communications, surveillance, navigation, automation, spectrum management, and operational requirements to develop technical strategies and solutions that support the continued evolution and modernization of the NAS. Applies an advanced knowledge of the NAS equipment and systems to direct the technical work of subordinate staff, as it relates to the NAS operations, services, and equipment. Directs interdisciplinary technical teams in evaluating the operational performance, capability, and interrelationships of National Airspace System (NAS) communications, navigation, surveillance, automation, and supporting infrastructure to ensure the safe and efficient operation of the NAS. Oversees technical activities involving radio frequency interference detection, spectrum management, frequency assignment tools, and supporting technologies to ensure compatibility with broader NAS operational requirements and continued availability of critical air traffic services. Leads NAS technical management and evaluation activities (e.g., evaluating NAS systems and capabilities, managing spectrum-dependent operations, assessing operational impacts, mitigating NAS risks, and guiding technical teams supporting NAS safety and efficiency). Evaluates the impact of proposed changes, system modifications, emerging technologies, and operational initiatives across multiple NAS systems to determine their effect on system performance, safety, reliability, capacity, and continuity of air traffic operations. Has knowledge of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), National Telecommunications and Information Agency (NTIA), and Federal Communication Commission (FCC) rules and regulations concerning spectrum management in the United States. Directs the evaluation of alternative technical solutions, technologies, and system architectures to determine their feasibility, operational suitability, life-cycle impacts, and compatibility with existing and future NAS capabilities. Leads technical reviews involving complex NAS initiatives to ensure proposed solutions maintain interoperability among NAS systems, support operational requirements, and comply with FAA technical standards, policies, and safety objectives. Applies advanced knowledge of budget, human resource, and other administrative policies and procedures, and an advanced understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision. Managerial duties typically affect employees and managers in more than one organizational unit/project/program, and include: planning; communicating the organization's vision and objectives; setting priorities; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking, recommending or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. Contacts are primarily within the organizational unit, major subdivision and the ATO with subordinates, peers, and higher level managers to discuss the status of projects/programs and to plan for the future. Has authority to make commitments for subordinate organizational units, within guidelines. Requirements

We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications

To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-J, FG/GS-14 level. This experience is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered. 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 later 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. The Specialized Experience is defined as: Experience evaluating the impact of proposed changes, system modifications, emerging technologies, and operational initiatives across multiple systems to determine the impact on system performance, safety, reliability, capacity, and continuity of air traffic operations. Experience overseeing or leading radio frequency interference detection and spectrum management activities, ensuring compatibility with operational requirements and continued availability of services. Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position. Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA. All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience. How You Will Be Evaluated

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. Other 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. NOTES: This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about Core Compensation is available at: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits. 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 Leadership and Management Dimension and Technical Requirement. In lieu of providing a narrative response in the text box listed below each Leadership and Management Dimension and/or Technical Requirement, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your 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. Unless previously completed, the incumbent must satisfactorily complete a 1-year probationary period to remain in this supervisory or managerial position. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Leadership & Management Dimensions and/or Technical Requirements listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; or (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping referred to the selecting official for selection consideration. There will be (1) selection made in each of the following duty locations: LOCATIONS: El Segundo, California College Park, Georgia Fort Worth, Texas This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA