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Supervisory Aviation Technical Systems Specialist

Department of Transportation
Federal Aviation Administration
Safety Intelligence & Response Group, Safety Investigations Team, (JATOC 2), AJI-1320

Summary

This position is located in the Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Safety Service Unit, Safety Directorate, Safety Intelligence & Response Group. This Group ensures the timely dissemination of accurate and unbiased information regarding significant events that occur within the National Airspace System (NAS).

Overview

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Accepting applications
Posted today · Apply by 06/22/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on June 22, 2026
Location
1 vacancy in the following location:
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—Situational telework may be permitted in accordance with agency policy.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
No
Salary
$150,392 - $228,000 per year

The salary listed above includes a 33.94% locality payment for the Washington, DC metropolitan area

Pay scale & grade
FV K
Promotion potential
NA
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
25% or less - The job may require up to 25% travel.
Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status
Yes
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Secret
Announcement number
AWA-AJI-26-3100CM-99119
Control number
873061800

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Clarification from the agency

Open to AJI employees only.

Duties

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The AJI Joint Air Traffic Operations Command (JATOC) Team Manager applies advanced knowledge of National Airspace System (NAS) technical systems, operations and procedures to direct and manage a staff of geographically dispersed aviation experts and ad hoc interdisciplinary operational teams responsible for evaluating procedural and failures of air traffic control processes, communication, and/or other types of air traffic practices during highly complex aircraft accident/incident investigations, near mid-air collision reports, and incidents which receive significant media interest. Applies knowledge of NAS safety reporting programs to direct and monitor studies, analyze findings, and make recommendations to facilitate program improvements. This work is critical to the safety of the NAS and the flying public.

The Team Manager uses program/project management principles to formulate positions and to manage the financial, business and planning activities that support accident and event investigations. Defines, plans, and organizes assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for his/her organization. Performs critical aspects of the budget planning process, including projecting short and long-term future needs, and justifying resource requirements. Possesses advanced knowledge of budget, human resource, and other administrative policies and procedures, and an advanced understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision. Managerial duties typically affect employees and managers in more than one organizational unit/project/program, and include: planning; communicating the Group's vision and objectives; setting priorities; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance; coaching and developing employee capabilities; approving leave; and taking, recommending or approving corrective/disciplinary actions, as appropriate.

Applies advanced knowledge of the technical aspect of the NAS to direct subordinate staff in the analysis of systems and programs affected by aviation accidents/incidents, and other aviation related activity. Assigns personnel and resources to assist ATO facilities in the compilation and review of audio and radar data, as well as other pertinent documentation, in determining casual factors, impacts and findings in high visibility or other significant events involving ATO services. Is regularly called upon to identify problem areas and to develop and recommend new policies and procedures for resolution to problems related to the evaluation of data developed during accident/incident investigations. Resolves all but unique problems without the intervention of higher level management. Directs and monitors the initial notification and preliminary assessment of facts during investigations involving aircraft accidents and incidents at air traffic terminal and en route facilities. 

Contacts are primarily within the AJI organizational unit and ATO with subordinates, peers, and higher level managers to discuss the status of projects/programs and plan for the future. Using experience analyzing NAS systems, relating to the aviation incidents or events, presents results of the investigations to the Chief Operating Officer (COO), the Deputy Chief Operating Office, and the Vice President of Safety and Technical Training as well as other agency senior leadership. Compiles data from staff to provide a single source of integrated information and reliable communications to ATO leadership to make critical, informed, and responsible decisions. Has frequent contacts with customers including higher ranking managers and supervisors, facility manager's, representatives from the Operational Service Units, and labor organizations. 

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.
  • Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed.

Qualifications

Candidates must have one year (52 weeks) of SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (FV-J or FG/GS-14) that is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position successfully. To be creditable, specialized experience must be at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation within the organization.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as:

  • Experience using program/project management principles to formulate positions and to manage the financial, business, and planning activities that support accident and event investigations.
  • Experience analyzing NAS systems, relating to the aviation incidents or events to present results of the investigations to agency senior leadership.

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. *

Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.

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

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Leadership & Management Dimensions and/or Technical Requirements listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; or (3) alphabetical, and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.

In accordance with HRPM EMP 1.29/1.29a, this position MAY be a Career Enhancement Program/Career Progression 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. CEP/CP selectees will be required to certify eligibility. Pay retention is not guaranteed.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for experience.

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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.

NOTES:

1) 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 Abilities (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 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, 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.

2)  This Level 2 (Non-Critical Sensitive; Secret) position requires favorable adjudication of an Access National Agency Check and Inquiries (ANACI) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained.

3) This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: http://jobs.faa.gov/FAACoreCompensation.htm3)

4) Unless previously completed, the incumbent must satisfactorily complete a 1-year probationary period to remain in this supervisory or managerial position.

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.

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Agency contact information

Christine Mcneil
Phone
1 (202) 267-3277
Fax
1 (202) 267-8330
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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