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Summary This position is an Airway Transportation Systems Specialists (ATSS). All duties of an ATSS are tied to maintaining safe and efficient operating capacity of the vast and complex network of electronics systems required for the world's largest air traffic control and navigation system. ATSS personnel install, evaluate, maintain, modify and certify facilities, services and equipment that support the National Airspace System (NAS). Responsibilities At this level, the ATSS has a working knowledge and understanding of the impact of specific system performance in providing NAS-wide services and has full maintenance and operational responsibility for a single system or for the integration of multiple systems and services such as: Radar: Airport Surveillance Radar, Air Route Surveillance Radar, Air Traffic Control Beacon Indicator, Mode Select Beacon, Airport Surface Detection Equipment, Terminal Doppler Weather Radar, Weather Service Processor, Weather Display System, and Identified Friend or Foe Automation: En Route Automation Modernization, Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System, Oceanic Display and Planning System, Flight Data Input/Output, various display systems and maintenance of industrial computer systems in the corporate environment, industrial system diagnostics in the corporate environment, and industrial Local Area Network Wide Area Network systems in the corporate environment Performs routine assignments independently, receiving little or no technical guidance. Utilizes and interprets FAA orders, technical manuals, manufacturer's instructions, procedures and other publications as required to complete multiple and complex work assignments. Applies practical judgment and discretion to select the most appropriate method to complete the work assignment. Supervisor furnishes general instructions on the scope of work, time limitations, and priorities. Work performed by the specialist may have a direct impact on air traffic control operations. Contributes to the organization as a specialist or a team member for projects. Work is reviewed upon completion for technical soundness and conformance with guidelines, established requirements, procedures, and objectives. Possesses a working knowledge of the FAA orders, Technical Instruction manuals, policies and procedures pertaining to the maintaining FAA systems safely in a variety of work environments, including Occupational Safety and Health (OSHA), Facility and Systems Security, National Electrical Code (NEC) and Human Resources Directives. Must use proper personal protective equipment and use safety procedures while accomplishing work assignments. Performs coordination, logging and documentation activities in accordance with the following directives: General Maintenance Handbook for NAS Facilities, NAS Modification Program, and NAS Performance Reporting System. May be called upon to provide training to developmental employees. Applies experience and detailed technical knowledge of the applicable discipline(s) in order to plan and complete assignments in support of the NAS. Independently resolves technical issues and keeps supervisor, team leader, and other employees aware of issues that need to be elevated for further support. Contacts are internal and external, but are limited to the scope of the employee's assigned work. Contacts may include the Districts, other FAA organizations, airport authority, contractors, and various external stakeholders. Contacts are made to share information, provide data, furnish or obtain guidance, and discuss the status of assignments. The ATSS is expected to gain/maintain proficiency on many systems, often in addition to or instead of their initial work assignments. Works with new technology efforts and may interact with other individuals to obtain the skills necessary to install, integrate, maintain, and restore new advances in systems. Applies knowledge and experience of electronics theory and system/equipment operations to resolve technical problems and improve maintenance methods and techniques. Some judgment is required in selecting the most appropriate approach. Supervisors, team leaders, or more experienced technicians are available to provide guidance. In addition to training and maintenance activities, the ATSS is expected to complete additional duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications 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 includes completion of equipment specific academic and OJT instruction and demonstrated field experience in maintaining, verifying and/or certifying discipline specific facilities and services utilizing technical directives, policies and procedures. There is no timeframe requirement at the Level II/FV-F to compete. Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility that is appropriate to the position. Generally, experience at the next lower level (Pay Band F/Level II or equivalent), meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience supports the DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES identified below. In addition to your resume, in the space provided under each Demonstrated Ability, you MUST provide a NARRATIVE justification on how you meet this ability. The justification should be clear and concise, providing a description of your education, training, and experience that would describe the degree to which you possess each Demonstrated Ability listed below. Eligible candidates may be ranked based on the Demonstrated Abilities. Supervisor's Endorsement: If your selection for this position would be considered a promotion, then a signed (wet, ink, or digital signature) and dated supervisory statement endorsing your candidacy is required by the closing date of this announcement. Applicants who fail to submit the required documentation with appropriate signatures will not be considered. A Supervisor's Endorsement is not required for in-grade/downgrade and/or reassignments. Education There is no positive education requirement. 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. 1. DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES: You MUST provide a NARRATIVE statement for each Demonstrated Ability. The narratives should be clear and concise, providing a description of your education, training and experience that would describe the degree to which you possess each Demonstrated Ability. Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty/responsibility appropriate to the position. Note: Answer all questions to the best of your ability. DON'T 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 of your experience at a later stage in the selection process. Responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during that application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification. 2. Supervisor's Endorsement: Applicants applying for a promotion must include a Supervisor's Endorsement or Memorandum which must include the vacancy announcement number and supervisor's signature (wet, ink, or digital). A Supervisor's Endorsement is not required for in-grade/downgrade and/or reassignments. Security Requirement: This position requires completion and favorable adjudication of a Moderate Risk (5) Background Investigation (Tier 2) unless waiver is obtained. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA