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Engineering Technician (Coordinator)

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
Air Traffic Organization, Tech Ops, Engineering Services, NAVAIDS Engineering Group (AJW-2C14)

Summary

The incumbent serves as the Engineering Technician (Coordinator) for the NAVAIDS Engineering Group.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
04/06/2026 to 04/27/2026
Salary
$77,351 - $119,883 per year

Salary above does not include locality. Locality pay will be based on the selectee's duty location.

Pay scale & grade
FV I
Locations
3 vacancies in the following locations:
Des Plaines, IL
Kansas City, MO
Fort Worth, TX
Telework eligible
Yes—Situational telework may be permitted in accordance with agency policy.
Travel Required
50% or less - The job may require up to 50% 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
Yes
Bargaining unit status
Yes - This is a bargaining unit position, represented by the Professional Aviation Safety Specialists (http://www.passnational.org).
Announcement number
ASW-ATO-26-EL098-97685
Control number
863754900

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Clarification from the agency

Open to Current Permanent FAA employees-within the Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Logistics Center (AML) and FAA Academy (AMA-400)

Duties

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Coordinates project activities related to installation/construction. Provide project installation/construction expertise in the preparation of the Center’s Work Plan. Plan, schedule, identify, required resources and coordinate execution of the installation/construction activities. Coordinate installation/construction field changes with appropriate affected parties and stakeholders.

Ensure installation/construction activity related project schedule changes are reflected in Primavera. Ensure field installation/construction reports are accurate, contain an appropriate level of detail and are timely.

Recommend training plans for Center field personnel to increase their job skills, knowledge and effectiveness. Maintain locator sheet of Center field personnel. Provide training, mentoring and guidance and advice to Center field (installation/construction) personnel on technical and administrative issues. Provide positive quality assurance controls during installation/construction activities, including minimizing JAI exceptions and tracking JAI exceptions clearance.

Act as Center focal point for OSHA construction safety. Ensure that all facility work permits and risk assessments are properly competed when required. Monitor Center’s common stock material levels and reorder as required. Ensure required parts/materials are ordered/shipped on schedule. Maintain current FRD data sheets on all project specific equipment/systems. Prepare “end of project critiques” to analyze actual performance vs projected performance, (e.g. schedule, budget, quality, manpower, etc.).

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).
  • Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
  • Supervisor's Endorsement is required for promotion. An endorsement is not required if ingrade or downgrade.
  • Equal or Lower Pay Band/Level Applications will be accepted.
  • This position requires up to 50% travel.
  • Work assignments can be physical and strenuous in nature.
  • Duties may include climbing, lifting up to 30 pounds, walking up several flights of stairs, working on elevated surfaces, and/or working in outdoor environments.
  • Security Requirements: Moderate Risk (5): This position requires completion & favorable adjudication of a National Agency Check with Inquiry (NACI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.

Qualifications

There is no time frame requirement at the Level III/FV-H to compete. Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility that is appropriate to the position. Experience that demonstrates an extensive knowledge of providing technical advice or direction to field personnel; scheduling project construction phases based on priorities and available field resources; ability to communicate and coordinate Operational Risk Management throughout the entire construction phase of a project.

Generally, experience at the next lower level FV-H/Level III, meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience supports the demonstrated abilities identified below.

DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES:

You MUST provide a NARRATIVE statement for each Demonstrated Ability. 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. Answer all questions to the best of your ability. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you have had 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 the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.
Narratives for Demonstrated Abilities identified under qualifications are mandatory.

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

Education

Not applicable.

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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/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements

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.

Interviews: If the Agency decides to interview any qualified employee on the selection list, then all on the list who are qualified must be interviewed.

Security Requirement: Moderate Risk (5). This position requires completion and favorable adjudication of a background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. Subject to a 5 year period reinvestigation.

Incomplete Applications: 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.

Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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

Eric Larson
Phone
1 (817) 222-4457
Fax
1 (817) 222-5852
Email
eric.r.larson@faa.gov
Address
Federal Aviation Administration
ASW Regional HR Services Branch
10101 Hillwood Parkway
AHF-S410
Fort Worth, TX 76177
US

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