AIRWAY TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS SPECIALIST (SOC NAS)

Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (SOC NAS)

Department of Transportation

ATO - Technical Operations ESA, Boston ARTCC SOC - WEP31-ZBW

Location

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Duties

Serves as an ATSS (NAS Area Specialist), in a Service Operations Center (SOC). Performs a variety of functions directly relating to the operations of the NAS.

Focus is on the availability and reliability of the services and products provided to users of the NAS.

Recognized as the principal technical specialist on legacy and newly developed systems within a large facility or multiple facilities over a large geographical area.

Responsible for the planning, directing, coordinating, monitoring, and maintenance activities associated with the management of assigned NAS systems / facilities.

Performs work of broad scope and complexity with a high degree of independence. Applies broad experience and comprehensive technical know ledge to maintain and protect the Integrity and safety of all components and systems for the NAS service delivery.

Provides the highest organization level of technical support associated with analyzing, installing, repairing, fabricating, maintaining, modifying, or evaluating the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible.

Plans, coordinates and performs work with a high degree of independence, keeping the supervisor advised only of the most critical issues.

Resolves unique technical problems without managerial intervention, providing coordination and suggested solutions.

Rapidly analyzes and seeks resolution to problems as they arise, and makes adjustments as necessary to deal with system outages and network performance deterioration.

Initiates action for the timely repair or restoration of services and systems, taking into account the availability of back-up systems, possible reconfigurations to minimize service interruptions, and the relative criticality of particular functions to the safe and efficient operation of the NAS.

Incumbent is responsible for timely upward reporting of NAS information that could have an impact to operations for purposes of Situation Awareness (i.

e. NOT AM, SAL Paging function). Incumbent -in-charge is expected to be management's representative during non-administrative hours.

Integrate Operational Risk Management (ORM) into restoration, schedule maintenance activities, and al l planned projects, ensuring that all customers and users of services are included and involved in ORM implementation and planning.

Contacts are both internal and external. Often represents the organization as the primary point of contact on projects, programs, and other work activities to coordinate and implement plans or obtain information and resolve problems.

The Operations area serves as a principal organizational element of the Technical Operations Organizational to plan, direct, coordinate, monitor, and accomplish activities associated with real-time management of assigned NAS systems / facilities at the service integrity level.

Reports to the Service ice Operations Center Manager.

Receives general program assignments from a supervisor or higher level manager. Assignments are stated in terms of priorities, overall objectives, and boundaries.

Completed assignments are considered technically authoritative and are reviewed only for genera l compliance with organizational objectives.

Identifies resources needed to perform assignments. Organizes and assigns resources needed to accomplish large work activities within established schedules.

Work is reviewed for compliance with established policies and sound technical and programmatic judgment.

Performs other duties as assigned.

Incumbent must possess a valid drivers license.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Review the Additional Information Section of this vacancy announcement for important information regarding pre-employment COVID Vaccine requirement.
• 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.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.

Qualifications

There is no time frame requirement at the Level III / FV-H to compete. Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility that is appropriate to the position.

Experience that demonstrated 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 H / level III or FG / GS-12 or equivalent, meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience provides the Demonstrated Abilities.

In the space provided under each Demonstrated Ability, you must provide 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.

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

Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.

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.

The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation.

As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome.

If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.

As required by Executive Order 14043, individuals who start their Federal government service after November 22, 2021 must provide proof that they are for COVID-19 prior to their start date, except in limited circumstances where the law requires an exception.

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. 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 and responsibility appropriate to the position.

Notice : 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 at a later stage in the selection process.

Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during that application process.

Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification. or

2. Supervisory Endorsement . If your selection for this position would be considered a promotion then a super