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Engineering Technician

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
ATO, Technical Operations, Engineering Services, FMP Support Center, AJW-2W15K

Summary

Serves as full performance level Field Maintenance Program (FMP) Engineering Technician assigned to facility improvement projects such as Engine Generator (E/G) and Power Conditioning Systems (PCS) installs.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/14/2026 to 06/03/2026
Salary
$83,935 - $130,106 per year

Salary shown includes a locality payment of 30.52% for Watkins, CO

Pay scale & grade
FV H
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Watkins, CO
Telework eligible
Yes—Situational telework may be permitted in accordance with agency policy.
Travel Required
76% or greater - The job may require 76% or more 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
Other
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
ANM-ATO-26-1021830-98592
Control number
869258100

This job is open to

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Clarification from the agency

Open to Current Permanent FAA Employees within ATO WSA ES

Duties

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Incumbent applies broad experience and advanced technical knowledge on multiple, varying and complex assignments in support of the National Airspace System (NAS). Plans, coordinates and performs work with a high degree of independence, keeping manager advised of significant problem areas. Demonstrates a comprehensive knowledge of the NAS as an integral system to deal with unusual problems or unanticipated issues. Independently evaluates the functional status of systems and facilities. Reviews electrical schematics, installation designs and specifications, determines construction methods, manages project logistics, ensures compliance with safety procedures, and prepares risk mitigation plans. Work assignments are vital to the success of activities and projects that are critical to the safe and continual operation of the NAS. Serves as Contracting Officer Representative (COR) overseeing work activities to ensure contract requirements are met. May be required to coordinate between the Project Engineer and the Contracting Officer or other stakeholders. Participates in Contractor Acceptance Inspections (CAIs) and Joint Acceptance Inspections (JAIs).

Incumbent maintains technical competency on legacy systems as well as installs and integrates new systems. Uses appropriate technical documentation such as FAA Orders for guidance. Exercise practical judgment and discretion in accomplishing work assignments in a safe manner. Possesses broad knowledge of FAA policies and procedures pertaining to the work environment such as (OSHA) Occupational Safety Health Administration. Works with a high degree of independence, keeping the manager advised of significant problem areas. Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of the NAS as an integrated system in order to deal with unusual problems or unanticipated issues.

Coordinates activities with stakeholders, provides project status updates, coordinates with State and Federal agencies, airport management, contractors, and utility companies. Provides training, mentoring and guidance to other FAA employees. Approximately 95% of the work is performed in travel status that could be at remote locations. Must be able to perform appropriate trades and skills such as working with electrical power systems such as power panel and disconnect switches to plumbing, concrete work, and other construction related duties. This type of work will be in all types of inclement weather from 120 degrees F to 40 below zero, in rain and snow.

Duty assignments require incumbent to operate for construction tasks and make operational adjustments for compliance to a variety of instruments and construction equipment including but not limited to: wheeled loaders, trac-hoes, forklifts, grade-alls, and trencher. A CDL is required in order to operate the construction equipment.

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.
  • Position is designated as Moderate Risk; Background investigation may be required.
  • Please review Additional Information.
  • A CDL is required in order to operate the construction equipment.

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess experience equivalent to the FV-G/FG-10/11 level in the Federal Service. 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 planning, executing and overseeing construction projects or performance maintenance and/or repair of existing structures utilizing accepted trade methods and techniques.
  • Experience in a trade or craft may be credited as specialized experience when the work provided intensive knowledge of engineering and/or construction principles, concepts, practices, techniques, methods, and precedents.

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.

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

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

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.

Current or Former Federal employee (including a current FAA employee): You MUST submit a copy of your most recent (non-award) SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action, or equivalent document that verifies tenure (block 24, code 1 or 2). Failure to provide the required documentation by the closing date of this announcement will result in non-consideration for this position.

Narratives for Demonstrated Abilities are Mandatory. Failure to submit demonstrated abilities statements will prevent you from receiving further consideration. Answer all questions to the best of your ability. You may be asked to provide evidence or documentation that you possess 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.

As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative, the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the 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, please include WORK HISTORY THAT DESCRIBES HOW YOU MEET THE ANSWER YOU CHOSE FOR EACH KSA.

Security Requirement: Moderate Risk (5): This position requires completion & favorable adjudication of a Moderate Risk Background Investigation (Tier 2) background investigation prior to appointment, unless waiver is obtained.

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.

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Agency contact information

Chazden Galloway
Phone
1 (206) 231-4040
Fax
1 (206) 231-4150
Email
chazde.j.galloway@faa.gov
Address
Federal Aviation Administration
ANM Regional HR Services Branch
2200 S. 216th St.
AHF-N210
Des Moines, WA 98198
US

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