This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/599025700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
This position supports FAA operational performance analysis functions for the FAA Air Traffic
Organization (ATO). This includes complex analytical work using mathematical skills to infer cause
and effect relationships in the operational data. The work involves multiple, varying, and complex
assignments related to developing performance metrics, validating performance databases and
assisting in the development of mathematical performance reporting tools used to accomplish the FAA mission.
04/21/2021 to 05/05/2021
$67,605 - $104,778 per year
The salary listed DOES NOT include the locality rate for Atlantic City, NJ or Washington, DC.
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1 vacancy in the following locations:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
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Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
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AWA-AJR-21-0020CM-72066
599025700
U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Also open to those eligible for 30% or More Disabled
Supports FAA operational performance analysis functions for the FAA Air Traffic Organization (ATO).
Uses mathematical principles, methods, procedures, techniques
or relationships in developing performance metrics, validating performance databases and assisting
in the development of mathematical performance reporting tools used to accomplish the FAA mission.
Analyzes system performance by producing key performance indicators (KPIs) for Traffic Management
Initiative (TMI) efficiency, flight trajectory efficiency, capacity efficiency and predictability.
He/she is responsible for producing KPIs necessary to support FAA initiatives.
Performs multiple, varying and complex assignments under the direction of a manager,
project/program manager, team leader or more experienced technical specialist.
Serves as a contributing specialist on large work activities or team leader for single or small work
activities.
Applies experience and advanced technical knowledge of mathematical principles,
methods, procedures, techniques or relationships to assist in the development of mathematical
methods in determining solutions to problems/issues and to develop plans and techniques to improve
programs and policies.
Applies advance mathematical knowledge in conducting the most efficient and
effective analysis possible for computational problems which are complicated by numerous variables
and several parameters.
Identifies complex problems and analyzes related information to develop and
recommend solutions.
Develops and recommends new mathematical expressions for use in solving or
computing research problems.
Analyzes the results of computation programs run in relation to
his/her studies.
Monitors the performance of small size FAA contracts working with FAA contracting officers
as necessary.
Serve as a team lead on smaller scale activities.
Conducts analysis to collect data for used in FAA briefs to facilities as well as senior management.
Uses numerical analysis and other mathematical techniques to assists subject matter specialist in investigating
complex physical problems and in developing computation programs for use in the mathematical
analysis of such problems.
Uses proficiency in automation software and FAA operational databases, for producing FAA key
performance indicator definitions, and operational metrics. This includes Oracle, JAVA,
‘R’,Geographic Information Systems, and data visualization software (such as, Tableau).
Assists in maintaining the integrity of automation systems by ensuring that documentation is
maintained and contract deliverables to FAA such as source code are met.
Establishes policies/procedures provide guidance for most assignments, but allow considerable
discretion to select the most appropriate approach or to recommend new approaches.
Assignments typically require solutions that are to be derived by interpreting and extrapolating from
situations that were faced in the past.
Provides recommendations to improve work processes.
Provides technical guidance to lower grade mathematicians and programmers on how to solve difficult
technical issues.
Resolves all but unique technical problems without the intervention of management
or a more experienced technical specialist.
Work is reviewed periodically, typically at major milestones and at completion, for technical compliance and alignment with the requirements of the project or other work activity.
Candidates must have one year (52 weeks) of SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE equivalent to at least the next
lower grade level (FV-H or FG/GS-12) that 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.
Specialized Experience at the next lower level, FV-H:
--Experience analyzing system performance by using mathematical techniques.
--Experience identifying problems through the analysis of data to assists in developing solutions.
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*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.
*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.**
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement
factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or
Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) 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, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.
This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment. You may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS or fax it to fax number provided in the announcement (please include announcement number on each page).
Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.
Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation may be verified at the following website: www.ed.gov/admins/finaid/accred/index.html.
Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials or an accredited U.S. educational institution in terms of equivalence to a degree acquired at an American college or university. A copy of the evaluation results must be included, otherwise your foreign education will not be considered.
BASIC REQUIREMENT OR INDIVIDUAL OCCUPATIONAL REQUIREMENT:
1. Degree: mathematics; or the equivalent of a major that included at least 24 semester hours in
mathematics.
or
2. Combination of education and experience -- courses equivalent to a major in mathematics
(including at least 24 semester hours in mathematics), as shown in A above, plus appropriate
experience or additional education.
The total course work in either A or B above must have included differential and integral calculus
and, in addition, four advanced
mathematics courses requiring calculus or equivalent mathematics courses as a prerequisite.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
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.
1. As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the
FAA is committed to eliminating the use of Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the
initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant, you
are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.
In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA section, in
your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the
response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and
clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA 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.
2. Applicants may be asked to verify information they have provided on their application for
employment with the FAA.
3. Please ensure that you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or
omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.
4. Management may choose to interview all, some, or none of the referred candidates.
5. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation Plan. Additional information about core
compensation is available on the website:
https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/policy_guidance/hr_policies/hrpm/comp/comp_ref?
6. This is a Level 1 (Low Risk) position requires favorable adjudication of a National Agency Check
and Inquiries (NACI) background investigation prior to appointment.
7. AFSCME Interview Criteria: Article 42, Section 13 states: If the selecting official decides to
interview any employee on the selection list for a vacancy, then all who remain under consideration
for the position at that point in the process must be interviewed. If the selection list is
shortened to a best qualified list through a comparative process, then the best qualified list
shall be considered to be the selection list. If it is determined that interviews are required and telephone interviews
are not utilized, travel expenses incidental to these interviews will be paid in accordance with
the Agency's travel regulations and this Agreement.
8. This position is not covered by PL 92-267 for early retirement purposes, and is therefore, not
eligible for "good time" credit.
9. Position is ineligible for true time and one half.
10. Enhanced Leave will not be authorized for this position.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
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.
Only supplemental documentation (e.g. transcript, certifications, SF-50, and/or veterans' documentation) will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded or email on or before the closing date of the announcement. All submitted documents must reference the announcement number.
This position has a positive education requirement; college transcripts are required for ALL candidates newly appointed to the FAA in the 1520 series.
College transcripts must be submitted from current FAA employees applying for internal vacancies if they have never held a position in the, 1520 series with the FAA.
College transcripts are not required from current FAA employees who are currently occupying a 1520 series.
If selected, official transcripts are required prior to employment.
All Veterans: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions. If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
If you are claiming 10 point preference but fail to submit the supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be tentatively assessed as a 5 point preference eligible provided your DD Form 214 reflects that you have the service required to qualify for preference. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
Veterans currently on active duty claiming veterans' preference: You will be granted tentative preference if you submit a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions and your application shows that you have the required service. Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office a DD Form 214 documenting discharge/release and showing that the service was honorable or general. If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must have a status of "Received" by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must have a status of "Received" each time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with register.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.
We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes.
Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
Candidates for FAA positions are evaluated using our Automated Vacancy Information Access Tool for Online Referral (AVIATOR) system.
AVIATOR compares your skills and experience as described in your application with the requirements of the position.
If you are found to be an eligible, highly-qualified candidate, you will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.
(In some cases, individuals with priority for special consideration must be considered and selected before other candidates.)
Whether or not you are contacted for an interview depends upon the location of the position and the judgment of the selecting official.
Important - If you make any change to your application, you must resubmit it.
If you change your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and your previous application will be considered.
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/599025700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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