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Supervisory Airway Transportation Systems Specialist

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
ATO, NAS Security & Enterprise Operations, National Operations Control Center Team, AJW-B321

Summary

Serves as a Supervisory Airway Transportation Systems Specialist, with full management responsibility for one of three sub-teams within an Operational Control Center under the National Operations Group, NAS Security and Enterprise Operations.

Overview

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Accepting applications
Open & closing dates
05/19/2026 to 05/26/2026
Salary
$118,206 - $183,255 per year

Salary includes locality adjustment of 23.79%.

Pay scale & grade
FV J
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Hampton, GA
Telework eligible
Yes—Situational telework in accordance with agency policy.
Travel Required
25% or less - The job may require up to 25% travel.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Appointment type
Temporary - Two (2) Years
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Excepted
Promotion potential
NA
Supervisory status
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Drug test
Yes
Announcement number
ACT-ATO-26-AJWB321-98773
Control number
869740100

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Clarification from the agency

Open to Current Permanent FAA Employees only.

Duties

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Manages a team that provides 24/7 operational support with rotating shifts.  Has full responsibility for overall administrative, technical, and operational direction of the assigned workforce consisting of ATSSs and support staff involved in providing critical National Airspace System (NAS) services to enroute and terminal air traffic control, commercial airlines, general aviation aircraft, in support of both U.S. and international air traffic.    

Monitors and controls NAS performance and maintenance for approximately one third of the United States. Assists in coordinating system performance with internal and external users to maximize airspace efficiency.

Provides day-to-day tactical management of infrastructure services, remote management of NAS services/systems, and restoration and coordination activities to maintain critical NAS operations.  Provides timely upward reporting of NAS events and quickly assesses and acts to restore services with minimal impact to the NAS.  

Establishes priorities for restoration of services, systems, and equipment and collaborates to provide real-time status of scheduled and unscheduled interruptions to facilitate continued safe and efficient air traffic control operations and mitigate impact to NAS users and the flying public. 

Coordinates with various internal/external entities on various complex and critical aviation technical issues to mitigate activities from disrupting air traffic operations.  

Directs and assigns the work of subordinate employees.  Sets priorities and deadlines; assigns tasks and responsibilities; plans deadlines; sets standards of acceptable work; establishes work schedules and approves leave while ensuring adequate shift coverage for the accomplishment of work assigned to effectively manage NAS operations.   

Applies an advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed, detailed knowledge of the applicable Collective Bargaining Unit agreement(s), other administrative policies and procedures, and an understanding of the objectives of the organization when communicating plans and strategies.

Monitors and evaluates performance, coaches and develops employees, identifies needed development and training, and delivers corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate.  Provides advice, counsel, and instruction to employees for both technical and administrative matters.  Examines and resolves complaints and grievances from employees.

Work is governed by established policies, procedures, and organizational objectives that frequently leave room for discretion. The Supervisor resolves problems without the intervention of higher-level management and coordinates resolution of unique problems with management.  Regularly called upon to identify problem areas and to develop and recommend new policies and procedures for resolution.

Creates and maintains a supportive work environment that promotes collaboration and open communication between employees and management.  Guides staff members in accomplishing desired goals within a complex and changing environment.  

Individual and organizational performance is reviewed periodically by higher-level management, usually through status reports and organizational performance measures. The Supervisor has discretion to ensure the alignment of projects/programs with the tactical  objectives of the major subdivision.

Work activities impact directly on project/program objectives for more than one organizational unit.  The duties have a direct impact on the NAS.

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

Qualifications

There is no timeframe requirement at the Level IV/FV-I 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 and experience in technology system interrelationships, and management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, and electronics systems. Generally, experience at the next lower level Pay Band I/ Level IV or GS/GS-13 or equivalent, meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience supports the demonstrated abilities identified below.

Specialized Experience is: Experience with providing services to air traffic customers over a large geographic area, and collaborating with multiple organizations to minimize disruption of services to the flying public.   

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

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

This is a temporary opportunity not to exceed two (2) years that may be terminated, extended, or made permanent without further competition at the discretion of the agency.

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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.

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 Leadership Dimension, 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 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 and referred to the selecting official for consideration.

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

Courtney Rowan
Phone
1 (609) 485-5867
Fax
1 (609) 485-8995
Email
courtney.a.rowan@faa.gov
Address
Federal Aviation Administration
ACT Regional HR Services Branch
Atlantic City International Airport, Bldg. 300
AHF-N710
Atlantic City, NJ 08405
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