This position is located in Flight Program Operations (AJF) Service Unit. This Directorate facilitates collaborative operational and strategic decision making with increased emphasis on operational safety and efficiency and supports the Air Traffic Organization's Joint Air Traffic Operations Center (JATOC) along with providing flight releases, flight monitoring, and arrival services for all of the FAA) owned and leased aircraft.
Summary
This position is located in Flight Program Operations (AJF) Service Unit. This Directorate facilitates collaborative operational and strategic decision making with increased emphasis on operational safety and efficiency and supports the Air Traffic Organization's Joint Air Traffic Operations Center (JATOC) along with providing flight releases, flight monitoring, and arrival services for all of the FAA) owned and leased aircraft.
Yes— - Fixed Rate PCS - Permanent Change of Station (U.S. Citizens) - In accordance with applicable FAA Travel regulations, a fixed relocation payment of $10,000 will be paid to new hires to Federal service, former Federal employees (reinstatements), and student trainees. A fixed relocation payment of $27,000 will be paid to current Federal employees. Relocation expenses paid are subject to applicable taxes.
Salary
$64,957 - $122,459 per year
Salary range shown includes locality pay of 32.49% for the Warrenton, VA area.
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
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.
Level 9: The Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (ATSS) independently carries out various assignments that require knowledge of the technology and operation of the National Airspace Systems (NAS) to support the JATOC.
Level 11/12: The Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (ATSS) applies extensive knowledge of the technology, system interrelationships and management of the NAS to assist with, initiate, divert, and terminate flight operations conducted by Flight Program Operations & that support JATOC.
All Levels: The ATSS uses knowledge of the work practices, procedures and evaluation methods employed by the OCC to carry out specific, well-defined tasks involving identifiable aspects of aviation systems and operational concepts. The ATSS assists others in the accomplishment of larger scale tasks or projects. This work directly affects the safety of the NAS and the flying public.
The ATSS applies working knowledge of NAS facilities, aircraft systems, subsystems and their interrelationships to evaluate aircraft performance and capabilities prior to and during flight operations. Uses the ability to perform analytical and technical work to evaluate, observe and assist in providing operational control of flight operations, operations center functions, support and participation in and/or Flight Program Operations.
Analyzes the operational status of aircraft mechanical systems and performance limitations by interpreting documented aircraft discrepancies, minimum equipment lists, and dispatch deviation guides. Based on this analysis, recommends whether to release the aircraft for flight, allow the flight to continue, deviate flight to an alternate destination, or terminate the flight at the nearest suitable airport.
Applies knowledge computerized information processing concepts, practices, and data transmission to observe aircraft performance during flight, and to assist in the resolution of conflicts concerning aircraft airworthiness, crew qualification/currency, and operational risks that may affect the safe and efficient mission execution.
Evaluates the impact of route and destination changes on mission accomplishment by interpreting (AIM), airport directory, and location identifiers. Applies aeronautical knowledge to assist in the preparation of flight plans, and load manifests; in determining required crew qualifications, currency, and rest requirements; in providing the Pilot in Command (PIC) a briefing of current and forecast weather, airport conditions, Notice to Air Missions (NOTAMS) which may impact flight safety or mission accomplishment.
Uses automated information management applications, networking software and tools, such as Microsoft Office, Adobe, geospatial applications, and flight planning applications to assess the status and condition of aircraft systems and services before and during flight. Applies knowledge of the General Operations Manual (GOM) and relevant automated information systems to enter and capture aircraft release and arrival information. Maintain computer and web-based applications that depict Flight Program Operation's operating picture.
Supports Flight Program Operations, the JATOC Air Watch Officer, and the ATCSCC National Operations Manager by participating in 24/7/365 rotating shifts. Prior to shift change, the ATSS develops and presents a change briefing that includes a summary of activities during the previous shift and an overview of the expected activity. Acts as a liaison between Flight Program Operations, the JATOC, and the ATCSCC.
Reference sources and documentation to identify applicable instructions and to develop a working knowledge of relevant Standard Operating Procedures, Handbooks, and Job Aids. Reviews and develops a working knowledge of 14 CFR parts 135 and 91; and, FAA policy publications, such as the Flight Program Operations General Operations Manual (GOM); General Aviation Manual; Flight Inspection Handbook 8200.52A; and FAA Orders 8240.32M, 8240.41C, and 8200.1D.
Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following: computer science, mathematics, electronics, physical sciences, information management, engineering, telecommunications, or other fields related to the position.
To qualify for this position at the FG-9 level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FG-7 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 includes: Experience applying FAA regulations, advisory circulars, minimum equipment list (MEL)/Configuration Deviation List (CDL) items, Airplane Flight Manual limitations, operations specifications (Ops Specs) and Notices to Air Missions (NOTAMs); experience with flight dispatching, such as: aircraft performance, weather requirements for departure/destination and alternate airports, hazardous weather awareness, recognition and avoidance, aeronautical decision making, risk management, runway suitability, instrument flight rules, flight planning, crew duty limitations and rest requirements, and temporary flight restrictions (TFRs); experience interpreting instrument approach procedure charts, aeronautical charts, Airman's Information Manual (AIM), airport directory and location identifiers.
Or
Master's or equivalent graduate degree Or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree Or LL.B. or J.D., if related.
In addition to the minimum qualifications, the following has been determined to be a selective factor for this position. This means possession of this criterion is part of the minimum qualifications and is essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Applicants who do not possess this criterion are ineligible for further consideration.
Selective Placement Factor (SPF): Qualified candidates must possess an Aircraft Dispatcher certificate or an Airplane Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. Front and back of certificate must be uploaded with application.
To qualify for this position at the FG-11 level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FG-9 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 includes: Experience exercising responsibility with the Pilot in Command in the operational control of civil aircraft conducting 14 CFR part 121 domestic and/or flag operations; experience performing flight dispatching/flight monitoring work in accordance with 14 CFR part 135 operations.
Or
Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree Or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree Or LL.M., if related.
In addition to the minimum qualifications, the following has been determined to be a selective factor for this position. This means possession of this criterion is part of the minimum qualifications and is essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Applicants who do not possess this criterion are ineligible for further consideration.
Selective Placement Factor (SPF): Qualified candidates must possess an Aircraft Dispatcher certificate or an Airplane Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. Front and back of certificate must be uploaded with application.
To qualify for this position at the FG-12 level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FG-11 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 includes: Experience exercising responsibility with the Pilot in Command in the operational control of civil aircraft conducting 14 CFR part 121 domestic and/or flag operations; experience performing flight dispatching/flight monitoring work in accordance with 14 CFR part 135 operations; experience working in a 24/7/365 National Airspace System operations-center environment.
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In addition to the minimum qualifications, the following has been determined to be a selective factor for this position. This means possession of this criterion is part of the minimum qualifications and is essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Applicants who do not possess this criterion are ineligible for further consideration.
Selective Placement Factor (SPF): Qualified candidates must possess an Aircraft Dispatcher certificate or an Airplane Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. Front and back of certificate must be uploaded with application.
Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their Work History.
Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
Education
See Qualifications Required.
Information Regarding KSAs
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 Knowledge, Skills and Abilities 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.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) 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.
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.
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:
Applicants must apply online to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications cannot be accepted.
Some, all or none of the applicants may be interviewed.
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
To receive consideration for this position, applicants must upload required documents in USAJOBS or email to 9-AMC-AHF-C400@faa.gov before the closing date of the announcement (See Required Documents); Aircraft Dispatch certificate or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate. Front and back of certificate(s) is required.
This position will be filled at the FG-9, 11, or 12 grade level. When filled at the FG-9 or 11, you will have promotion potential to the FG-12 grade without further competition. Identification of promotion in the vacancy announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation of management to promote the employee selected at a future date. Promotion depends upon the selectee meeting training, qualification requirements, and recommendation by the supervisor.
If eligible, Permanent Change of Station (PCS) will be paid in accordance with the Federal Aviation Administration Travel Policy (FAATP).
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
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.
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Documentation, e.g. transcripts, etc. will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded or emailed to 9-AMC-AHF-C400@faa.gov on or before the closing date of this announcement, documents should reference the announcement number. If you are requesting consideration for any of the special hiring authorities, you must submit the following:
Persons with Disabilities and Persons with Targeted Disabilities Appointment: You must provide proof of disability documentation (i.e. Schedule A Letter) that:
May be a letter or other documentation on official stationery or letterhead with an official signature.
Clearly states that you are eligible for appointment under the PWD/PWTD hiring authority or a Schedule A appointment authority as outlined in 5 CFR Section 213.3102(u).
Must indicate that the individual is indeed a person with an intellectual disability, severe physical disability, or psychiatric disability.
To receive consideration for this position, applicants must attach the front/back of their Aircraft Dispatch certificate or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
Transcripts must be submitted if using education requirement as a qualification.
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.
Forms:
SF-15 : Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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 be submitted 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 be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a 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:
Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)
Duties (be specific in describing your duties)
Employer's name and address
Supervisor name and phone number
Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
Salary
Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.
You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies. Please see this guide, Document Upload Guide, for more information on uploading and re-using the documents in your applications.
Federal Aviation Administration
AAC Regional HR Services Branch
6500 S. Macarthur Blvd, HQ Room 155
AHF-S210
Oklahoma City, OK 73169
US
Next steps
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.
Documentation, e.g. transcripts, etc. will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded or emailed to 9-AMC-AHF-C400@faa.gov on or before the closing date of this announcement, documents should reference the announcement number. If you are requesting consideration for any of the special hiring authorities, you must submit the following:
Persons with Disabilities and Persons with Targeted Disabilities Appointment: You must provide proof of disability documentation (i.e. Schedule A Letter) that:
May be a letter or other documentation on official stationery or letterhead with an official signature.
Clearly states that you are eligible for appointment under the PWD/PWTD hiring authority or a Schedule A appointment authority as outlined in 5 CFR Section 213.3102(u).
Must indicate that the individual is indeed a person with an intellectual disability, severe physical disability, or psychiatric disability.
To receive consideration for this position, applicants must attach the front/back of their Aircraft Dispatch certificate or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate.
Transcripts must be submitted if using education requirement as a qualification.
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.
Forms:
SF-15 : Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference
If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
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 be submitted 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 be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a 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:
Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)
Duties (be specific in describing your duties)
Employer's name and address
Supervisor name and phone number
Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
Salary
Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.
You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies. Please see this guide, Document Upload Guide, for more information on uploading and re-using the documents in your applications.
Federal Aviation Administration
AAC Regional HR Services Branch
6500 S. Macarthur Blvd, HQ Room 155
AHF-S210
Oklahoma City, OK 73169
US
Next steps
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.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
