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Supervisory Aviation Technical Systems Specialist

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
ATO, Program Management Organization, Field Automation Support ZAB ARTCC Subteam, AJM-257ZAB
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Summary

The Supervisory Aviation Technical System Specialist, herein referred to as the Program Operations Field Manager serves as the Program Management Organization (PMO) representative in the field. The incumbent is responsible for articulating, promoting, and communicating the PMO vision and goals providing second level support for En Route and Oceanic systems in the field.

Overview

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Job canceled
Open & closing dates
06/02/2023 to 06/12/2023
Salary
$122,813 to - $190,296 per year

Salary includes a locality increase of 17.63%

Pay scale & grade
FV K
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Albuquerque, NM
Telework eligible
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Travel Required
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.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes— - Fixed Rate PCS - Permanent Change of Station (Current Federal Employee) - In accordance with applicable FAA Travel regulations, a fixed relocation payment of $27,000 will be paid. Relocation expenses paid are subject to applicable taxes.
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
NA
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Other
Drug test
No
Announcement number
ACT-ATO-23-AJM257Z-84816
Control number
729106700

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Clarification from the agency

Open to current permanent FAA Employees only.

Duties

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The Program Operations Field Manager applies an advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work in order to provide leadership and guidance to a diverse staff of aviation specialists that carry out the responsibility of development, test, deployment, and support of NAS En Route and Oceanic Air Traffic Control systems. This includes development, testing, maintenance, security, field support, and deployment of hardware and/or software. The Program Operations Field Manager assigns tasks and responsibilities to their team of aviation specialists to accomplish the organization's mission. Managerial duties include: monitoring and evaluating performance; making hiring decisions; recommending pay increases; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking, recommending, or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. He/she has direct authority over personnel actions involving subordinates; and actively promotes, supports, and participates in the FAA Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Diversity programs. The Program Operations Field Manager ensures that all employees are given an opportunity to influence their work environment and are able to participate in discussions related to the methods of work accomplishment.

Serves as a recognized technical expert within the Air Traffic Organization and the FAA and is called on to provide leadership for highly complex and challenging activities under minimal direction. Serves as a policy and standards expert to develop new and innovative concepts, approaches, methodologies, techniques, and policies for large and challenging issues and high level correspondence. Leads specific teams utilized for analysis of aviation specific concepts and/or managerial topics.

Provides expert technical guidance and instruction within the organization, to other organizations within the PMO, and to corporate FAA, to address diverse, complex issues which often cross multiple projects/programs or functional and technical areas. Works with senior management to identify and jointly solve problems. Provides direct support to Air Traffic and Technical Operations in the deployment of new hardware and/or software systems at the En Route and Oceanic facilities. Applies an advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work and an advanced knowledge of budgets, human resources, and other administrative policies and procedures. Work activities typically impact directly on the objectives of the PMO and corporate FAA, as well as the aviation and aerospace industries and other external parties. Work also impacts the safety and security of the NAS.

Maintains contacts both internal and external to the organization, including senior management, union representatives, regional office personnel, and representatives of the aviation industry and military, to facilitate resolution of air traffic operational and technical program issues. Daily contacts are with subordinates, peers, and higher level managers to discuss the status of technical projects/programs and to plan for the future. Has frequent contact with customers, other government entities, and other external parties to interpret policies/ procedures or for other project/program purposes. Frequently represents the FAA on interagency/industry committees and national and international groups that develop, monitor and evaluate FAA programs and operations. Has authority to make commitments for the organizational unit, within guidelines.

Work is typically governed by established policies, procedures, and organizational objectives that frequently leave room for discretion. Resolves all but the most unique problems without the intervention of higher level management. Regularly called upon to identify problem areas and to develop and recommend new policies and procedures for resolution.

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)
  • A one-year supervisor/managerial probationary period may be required.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-J / FG/GS-14. 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 is: Experience leading technical teams and demonstrating application of technical knowledge of the NAS equipment and procedures, along with automation and associated software in troubleshooting and resolving system issues and procedures, implementing system changes, maintaining consistent operations and improving air traffic operations.

Applicants should provide examples of specialized experience in their work history.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

Please ensure 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.

Some, all or none of the applicants may be interviewed.

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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/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.

In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA 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.

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



This is not a bargaining unit position.

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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.

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