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Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
ATO, System Operations, Sys Ops Security, Strategic Ops Security, Ops Security Plans & Procedures

Summary

Serves as the Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) managing the personnel assigned to Operations Security Plans and Procedures (OSPP) Team. The OSPP Team is a component of the Air Traffic Organization¿s (ATO) System Operations Security directorate, which is responsible for 24/7/365 Air Traffic Management (ATM) security related to national defense, homeland security, and law enforcement operations, as well as responses to natural disasters and other crises.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/14/2026 to 05/18/2026
Salary
$150,392 - $228,000 per year

The salary listed includes the locality rate of 33.94% for the Washington DC Metropolitan Area.

Pay scale & grade
FV K
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Washington, DC
Telework eligible
Yes—Situational telework may be permitted in accordance with agency policy.
Travel Required
25% or less - The job may require up to 25% travel.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
NA
Job family (Series)
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Top Secret
Drug test
Yes
Announcement number
AWA-AJR-26-7507CM-98436
Control number
869031800

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to current permanent FAA employees -- ATO-WIDE

Duties

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The Supervisory Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) directs the work of subordinate employees and/or managers for more than one organizational unit/project/program within a major subdivision. Work usually includes a mixture of routine and complex projects/programs based on the objectives of the major subdivision, line of business/staff office (LOB/SO). Carries out System Operations Security mission-related responsibilities, including supporting the directorate's efforts to respond to natural disasters and other crises, which may require work outside of regular assignments and in various operational settings.

Applies advanced technical knowledge of air traffic control procedures and requirements to direct the work of the team on Air Traffic Management (ATM) security, aviation security, and military operations in development of plans and procedures for national security and operational events and or issues related to homeland security and law enforcement. Leads subordinates in developing and implementing ATM security and operational plans and procedures, ensuring safe execution of operations, protection of sensitive missions involving National Airspace System (NAS) flight data, and appropriate measures for external data release. Oversees subordinate reviews of government and industry documents to assess their impact on operational security initiatives and provides findings to the manager for Strategic Operations, System Operations Security. Ensures accuracy and relevance of content in Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Orders.

Contacts are primarily internal to AJR with subordinates, peers, and higher-level managers to discuss the status of projects/programs and plans for the future. In some areas, may have frequent contact with customers, other government entities, and other external parties (e.g. with counterparts in the Federal, state, local, military, public and private organizations) to interpret policies/procedures or for other project/program purposes. Maintains close liaison with national security/homeland security/law enforcement agencies at planning and operational decision-making levels and with the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) Secretariat and the NATO/EUROCONTROL Air Traffic Management Security Coordination Group (NEASCOG) concerning international development and harmonization of ATM security and aviation security plans and procedures. Supports the United States delegation to ICAO Aviation Security (AVSEC) Panel Meetings with FAA subject matter expertise on aviation security matters related to ATM security. Has authority to make commitments for subordinate organizational units, within guidelines. 

Leads the development, coordination, and execution of security plans for air traffic and air navigation aids, to include planning and coordination for Emergency Security Control of Air Traffic (ESCAT) during Air Defense Emergencies and response to threats or attacks against the United States. Participates in NAS operations involving recovery from disasters and other significant events and supervises teams of watch standers supporting the recovery of the NAS. Engages in high level classified meetings and activities associated with national security issues. Guides team in developing plans and special flight rules for mitigating classified and unclassified threats to the NAS and to United States flight operations nationally and internationally.

Manages and guides the Operations Security Plans and Procedures (OSPP) team in developing air traffic control plans, policies and procedures. Provides advice regarding operational capabilities and limitations of the FAA. Addresses air traffic control procedures to effectively accomplish the global mission, both in peacetime training and strategic operations incident to war or threats of war.

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.
  • In accordance with HRPM EMP 1.29/1.29a, this position MAY be a Career Enhancement Program/Career Progression (CE/CP) assignment. The selectee(s) may be eligible for pay retention.
  • Career Diversity is not enhanced when an employee is assigned to a staff or supervisory position in which they previously held on a permanent basis. CE/CP selectees will be required to certify eligibility. Pay retention is not guaranteed.
  • This position is not covered by PL 92-267 for early retirement purposes, and is therefore, not eligible for "good time" credit. Position is ineligible for true time and one half.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-J, FG/GS-14 level. This experience is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled, which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position. To be credible, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the
next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.

Specialized experience is defined as:

--Experience leading teams in developing and implementing security and operational plans and procedures.

--Experience using organizational performance metrics to evaluate and improve work processes, ensuring alignment with the agency's mission, operational effectiveness, and the delivery of valuable, efficient services to partners.

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) and/or Quality Ranking Factor (QRF) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; (3) alphabetical; or (4) priority grouping and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.

Experience in a military or civilian air traffic facility that demonstrates possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the level of work of the specialization for which application is made. This experience must have provided a comprehensive knowledge of appropriate air traffic control laws, rules, and regulations.

You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered.

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 later 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.

Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position.

All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of the vacancy

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

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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. 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.

As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each Leadership and Management Dimension and Technical Requirement.

In lieu of providing a narrative response in the text box listed below each Leadership and Management Dimension and/or Technical Requirement 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. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your 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.

Please ensure that 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.

This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation Plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the website: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits

This is a Level 4 (Special-Sensitive: TS/SCI) position requires favorable adjudication of an Special Sensitive Background Investigation) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.

Management may choose to interview all, some, or none of the referred candidates.

This is not a bargaining unit position.

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

Christine McNeil
Phone
1 (202) 267-3722
Fax
1 (202) 267-7032
Email
christine.mcneil@faa.gov
Address
Federal Aviation Administration
HQ Employment Services Branch
800 Independence Ave, SW, Room 523
AHF-110
Washington, DC 20591
US

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