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Electronics Technician (Coordinator)

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
ATO, Tech Ops, ATC Facilities, Eng Services, Terminal Installation Center, AJW-2W11G
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Summary

Due to the Pandemic, and individual states with different phases of reopening, the selectee’s report date to the official duty station/facility may be delayed until such time as employees are allowed to report to the workplace. The person selected may telework up to the maximum extent possible, up to and including full time, until it is safe to relocate.

Overview

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Hiring complete
Open & closing dates
08/04/2020 to 08/24/2020
Salary
$66,936 - $103,741 per year

Salary listed does not include a locality payment. El Segundo, CA- 32.41%, Des Moines, WA- 27.02%, Anchorage, AK- 29.67% (COLA for AK:2.86%)

Pay scale & grade
FV I
Locations
1 vacancy in the following locations:
Anchorage, AK
El Segundo, CA
Des Moines, WA
Telework eligible
No
Travel Required
76% or greater - The job may require 76% or more travel.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
NA
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
No
Security clearance
Not Required
Drug test
No
Announcement number
AWP-ATO-20-BAN8762-68668
Control number
575319500

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Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open to current, permanent FAA employees of AJW-1 and AJW-2 only.

Duties

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Serves as the Electronics Technician (Coordinator) for all Air Traffic Control Facilities (ATCF) project activities related to onsite installation/construction. Serves as principle technical expert providing project installation/construction expertise in the preparation of the Project Work Plan. Plans, schedules, identifies required resources and coordinates execution of the installation/construction activities across multiple installations Centers.

Performs work of broad scope and complexity applying technical experience and comprehensive technical knowledge and an understanding of new technologies and methods, and FAA policies and programs to accomplish assignments. Reviews design installation/construction documents for constructability concerns (i.e. from the perspective of an installation/construction contractor or Engineering Services Field Engineer/Technician).

Coordinates installation/construction field changes with appropriate affected parties and stakeholders. Ensures installation/construction activity related project schedule changes are reflected and coordinated with Engineering.

Ensures field installations/construction reports are accurate, contain an appropriate level of detail, and are timely. Provides training, mentoring, guidance and advice to field (installation/construction) personnel on technical issues.

Provides positive quality assurance controls during installation/construction activities, including minimizing JAI exceptions.

Acts as onsite focal point for OSHA construction safety. Ensure that all facility work permits and risk assessments are properly completed when required.

Ensures required parts/materials are ordered/shipped on schedule. Incumbent is required to travel throughout Western Service Area in support of projects providing quality control. Hands on installation may be required.

Prepares end of project critiques to analyze actual performance vs. projected performance (e.g. schedule, budget, quality, manpower, etc.).

Work directly supports the objectives of the organization and the safe and continual operation of the NAS, FAA aircraft, and/or FAA academic programs. Contacts are both internal and external. Often represents the organization as a primary technical point of contact on projects, programs, and other work activities to coordinate and implement plans or to obtain information and resolve problems. Coordinates with other organizations and agencies concerned with FAA activities. May oversee the activities of contractors.

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.

Provides guidance to other technicians and trainees regarding difficult technical or operational issues. Independently resolves all but unique technical problems. Interprets and adapts technical manuals, manufacturers’ instructions, FAA policies and procedures. Work is reviewed for compliance with established policies and sound technical and programmatic judgment.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)
  • An upgraded or updated security clearance may be required.
  • All or none of the applicants may be interviewed.
  • A valid state driver's license is required.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility that demonstrates an extensive knowledge 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 of FV-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, you MUST provide SEPARATE NARRATIVE statements for each "Demonstrated Ability" listed in this announcement. 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. Eligible candidates will be ranked based on DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES. For your assistance in responding to each of the demonstrated abilities "things to consider"/instructions have been provided for each demonstrated ability at:

https://employees.faa.gov/org/staffoffices/ahr/program_policies/policy_guidance/hr_policies/media/AppendixVPromotionCriteria.pdf Narratives for Demonstrated Abilities identified under qualifications are mandatory.

Failure to submit demonstrated abilities statements will prevent you from receiving further consideration.

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Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.

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.

1. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements may be further evaluated on the Demonstrated Abilities listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.

2. Supervisor Endorsement. If your selection for this position would be considered a promotion then a supervisory statement endorsing your candidacy is required by the closing date of this announcement. The endorsement must include the announcement number. You may upload your document with your application or fax to: (424) 405-7365

3. Supervisory Endorsement is not required for ingrade/downgrade candidates.

4. Supervisory Endorsement must be received on or before the closing date of the vacancy announcement. Failure to submit the supervisory endorsement will remove the applicant from receiving further consideration.

5. 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.

6. Interviews: If one qualified applicant is interviewed then all qualified applicants must be interviewed.

7. FAA's Core Compensation Plan: This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation Pay Plan. Additional information about Core Compensation is available at the following website: http://jobs.faa.gov/FAACore Compensation.htm

8. Bargaining Unit: This position is covered by the AF-PASS Bargaining Unit Agreement. Additional information about the AF-PASS Bargaining Unit Agreement is available on the following website: http://jobs.faa.gov/AF-PASSpayplan.htm

There is one vacancy per each duty location.



This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by PASS: Regional Tech Ops and AEA.

Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA

How you will be evaluated

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.

Federal Aviation Administration

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Agency contact information

Angela Jackson
Phone
1 (424) 405-7325
Fax
1 (424) 405-7365
Email
angela.y.jackson@faa.gov
Address
Federal Aviation Administration
AWP Regional HR Services Division
777 S. Aviation Blvd. - Suite 150
AHF-W300
El Segundo, CA 90245
US

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