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The position is located in Air Traffic Organization, Technical Operations Services, Operations Support Directorate, NAS Modernization Group, Advanced System Design Services Team-AJW-1(121)
Learn more about this agency11/18/2020 to 12/02/2020
$87,338 - $135,361 per year
The salary listed above does not include locality rates.
FV I
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
25% or less - The job may require up to 25% travel.
No
Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
NA
No
No
AWA-AJW-21-0006VD-70011
584792800
Performs multiple, varying, and complex assignments under the minimal direction of a manager, team leader, or more experienced professional to plan and conduct activities for NAS projects and programs. May act as a contributing specialist on large work activities or as a project manager for large projects/programs/activities. Applies experience and comprehensive knowledge of qualitative and quantitative methods and techniques to conduct reviews and analyses of processes, policies, and procedures related to the FAA’s Non- Federal Program. Analyzes and evaluates vendor documentation for readiness to move forward with approval and commissioning processes. Coordinates the review, approval, and safe integration of non-federally developed systems and technologies into the NAS. Coordinates efforts related to assumption of operation and maintenance of existing Non-Federal systems and equipment.
Possesses knowledge of the NAS environment with emphasis on key non-federal system types, including Navigation Aids and AWOS'. Researches new non-federally developed technologies and presents findings to peers and management. Identifies potential risks to the NAS resulting from non-federal systems and policy and develops solutions to resolve issues. Participates in creating and assessing Non- Federal Program training for Program Implementation Managers, Non-Federal Technicians, and other FAA personnel. Using analytical data, he/she provides input to the development and testing of the web-based Non-Federal Tool. Collaborates with system users, vendors, planners, engineers, etc., regarding Non-Federal systems and services. Participates in outreach efforts to raise awareness of Non-Federal system policy and procedures. Reviews and analyzes draft regulations, manuals, and directives to determine potential impacts on the Non-Federal Program. Analyzes policy gaps in regards to emerging non-federal technologies and systems. Drafts changes and updates to official documentation, including Orders, Advisory Circulars, supplements, and standard operating procedures.
Independently plans time. Identifies, plans, and organizes available resources to accomplish projects/programs/activities. Makes optimal use of resources to complete activities within established schedules. Creates program schedules accounting for team workload. Proficient in core business skills, professional communication, writing skills, problem-solving, organizational skills, and time-management.
Possesses analytical, evaluative, and objective critical thinking skills. Prepares a variety of technical documents and presentations summarizing conclusions and/or recommendations. Briefs management on reviews, findings, recommendations, challenges, risks, etc. Cultivates positive relationships and professional partnerships with internal and external customers.
Established policies/procedures provide guidance for most assignments, but allow considerable discretion to select the most appropriate approach or to develop new approaches. Assignments regularly require the interpretation of internal and external policies and extrapolation from precedents. Resolves most problems and work issues without the assistance of a manager or more experienced professional. Develops and recommends approaches to address current and anticipated problems and issues. Works with management and/or more experienced professionals to solve problems.
All applicants must demonstrate one year (52 weeks) of professional specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS/FG-13 or FV-H to qualify for the FV-I pay band) in the Federal government.
One year of specialized experience is defined as experience that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position, and that is typically in or directly related to the work of the position to be filled. To be creditable, Specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower grade in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization.
SPECIALIZED experience for this position includes but is not limited to:
Experience conducting research of policy and processes and recommending changes.
Experience using analytical techniques to track and perform data analysis.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
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.
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 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.
2. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response, in the text box listed below each KSA, 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.
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/FAA CoreCompensation.htm.
4. Interviews will be conducted in accordance with Section 42 of the CBA.
5. 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.
6. Multiple selections may be made.
7. Periodic travel may be required.
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.
-- ALL applicants MUST provide a copy of their most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) which verifies your position title, series, grade and tenure.
Eligibility for consideration as a Current or Former Federal Employee will be considered based on applicable documentation submitted by the closing date.
- Supporting documentation (i.e., SF-50, veterans information) must be uploaded to your online application or faxed to 1-866-291-3009 on or before the closing date of this announcement. You must reference the vacancy announcement number on the cover letter of your faxed documents.
If you are an FAA employee, you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement. You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application. If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.
If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https://eopf.opm.gov/dot/.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must have a status of "Received" by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must have a status of "Received" each time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with register.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.
We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes.
Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
Candidates for FAA positions are evaluated using our Automated Vacancy Information Access Tool for Online Referral (AVIATOR) system.
AVIATOR compares your skills and experience as described in your application with the requirements of the position.
If you are found to be an eligible, highly-qualified candidate, you will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.
(In some cases, individuals with priority for special consideration must be considered and selected before other candidates.)
Whether or not you are contacted for an interview depends upon the location of the position and the judgment of the selecting official.
Important - If you make any change to your application, you must resubmit it.
If you change your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and your previous application will be considered.
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.
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