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Serves as Technician In-Depth (TID) providing the highest organizational level of organizational technical support for a multitude of highly complex integrated systems which directly support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Academy systems.
Learn more about this agency11/30/2022 to 12/09/2022
$94,373 - $122,683 per year
Salary includes 16.20% locality pay
FG 13
1 vacancy in the following location:
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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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Excepted
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AAC-AFN-23-AMA920-81741
691801200
Open to current permanent FAA employees in AMA
This technician position requires the application of knowledge, practices, principles, theories, concepts, methods, techniques, and abilities for the discipline to which the position is classified. Responsibilities may or may not include inspection, oversight, planning, developing, coordinating, deploying, implementing, maintaining, and replacing systems of assigned facilities and/or systems. Incumbent is required to interact with personnel from the FAA Academy and representatives from internal and external to the FAA.
Performs work or projects requiring the ability to interpret, select, adapt, and apply technical expertise during the installation, maintenance and repair of one or more of the FAA National Airspace System (NAS) and Next Generation (NextGen) Air Transportation System; Automation, Communication, Environmental, Navigation and Radar systems used to support FAA Academy training. The tasks include a wide array of complex and varying assignments, understanding of new technologies and methods which require the application of experience and comprehensive technical knowledge of assigned discipline(s).
Under limited supervision, applies non-professional engineering principles and practices in the field of electronics, information technology and systems maintenance. Incumbent must be knowledgeable in related fields of mechanical and electrical engineering.
Performs technologically advanced assignments on a wide array of complex integrated systems. Is considered the technical expert within the organization for the assigned systems and is responsible for training other individuals and providing technical direction and guidance. Often represents the organization as the primary technical point of contact for the complex systems and will receive limited instruction in engineering, information technology, electrical principles, electronics principles, FAA regulations, FAA policies, FAA programs and shop practices.
Assists other or works independently. Communicates with FAA Academy and representatives of external organizations in order to share essential information, provide critical data, as well as communicate project and system status.
Works with project managers to complete project studies and cost estimates. Project studies and cost estimates should include project manpower, material requirements, equipment utilization, and updated completion schedules.
General program assignments are received from management and are stated in terms of overall objectives and boundaries. Assignments completed are considered technically authoritative and are reviewed only for general compliance with organizational objectives. Management work assignments will be delivered through the Lead TID.
Provides guidance and on-the-job training to other technicians and trainees in accordance with established practices and procedures. Provides guidance in order to resolve difficult technical or operational issues.
Independently resolves all but unique technical problems. Interprets and adapts technical instructions, manufacturers’ manuals, FAA policies and procedures, and other publications.
Performs other duties as assigned.
The position may require rotating shifts and weekends.
TO QUALIFY AT THE FG/GS 13 (FV-I) level, you must demonstrate in your application you possess one (1) year of Specialized Experience equivalent to FG/GS 12 (FV-H) level. Specialized Experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE may include but not limited to:
Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcement.
Information Regarding KSA’s:
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 KSA.
In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA, in your work history, 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.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and Selective Factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities, (KSA); Quality Ranking Factor (QRF), if applicable, Leadership and Management Dimensions, if applicable, or Other Factors 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.
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. www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/financial_disclosure_requirements
The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.
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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.
Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50), other supporting documentation, etc. will be accepted in combination with your online application. These documents MUST be uploaded to your profile or emailed to 9-AMC-AHF-C400@faa.gov on or before the closing date of this announcement. All submitted documents should reference the announcement number.
If you are an FAA employee, you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement. You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application. If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.
If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https://eopf.opm.gov/dot/.
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:
Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.
Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.
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/691801200. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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