AIRWAY TRANSPORTATION SYSTEM SPECIALIST (PROJECT MANAGER)

Airway Transportation System Specialist (Project Manager)

Department of Transportation

ATO - Central Service Area - Great Lakes Region - Cleveland District - Detroit ENV SSC

Location

1 vacancy in the following location :

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Telework eligible

Duties

Summary

Serves as District Area focal point during implementation activities for all F&E and OPS funded NAS projects. Serves as District focal point for Headquarters program offices, Planning and Requirements, Engineering Services and Technical Services on implementation issues such as funding, schedules, NAS equipment ordering, key site testing etc.

Responsibilities

Develops integrated implementation plans for Core Airports, Large TRACON, ARTCC and supporting facilities to ensure schedules and project implementation results in minimal impact at critical NAS facilities.

Serves as District liaison for OPS and F&E projects with System Support Centers (SSCs), Technical Support Centers (TSC), Air Traffic, Airport and aviation customers associated with the Implementation Plan and / or project.

Coordinates implementation of Technical Operations District NAS projects with Air Traffic, Airport points of contact and aviation customers as appropriate.

Coordinates tactical decisions during implementation of projects to minimize NAS impacts and stay within scope, schedule, and cost.

Coordinates engineering, construction, installation, Joint Acceptance Inspection (JAI), training, backfill overtime, airspace changes / redesign, configuration management, Safety Management Systems (SMS), acceptance and capitalization within the Technical Operation District.

Tracks, monitors and provides status reporting on all aspects of assigned program areas including project activity. Collaborates with multiple customers to shut down and restore facilities, systems, and services to minimize disruption of services to the flying public.

Identifies, develops, tracks, and utilizes project funds as directed, including local or reimbursable projects. Ensures budget submissions are well justified, have valid cost estimates, justifications, background data if appropriate, and identifies local constraints.

Identifies implementation-related program risks. Monitors and mitigates risks through the life of the project. Assists in the resolution of tactical issues to preclude negative impact on facility operations.

Provides leadership in developing and defining District Program Implementation Plans to deploy major NAS systems or programs.

Leads the effort in influencing implementation priorities for each candidate program / project. Provides input to Investment Analysis process, reviews program baseline, evaluates the level of integration with existing facilities, collects site-specific information, identifies all areas of risk management to the NAS, and schedules all project-related activities appropriately.

Performs work independently and has broad discretion to ensure alignment with organizational objectives and policies. Identifies and justifies the resources needed to accomplish large work activities.

Develops plans, techniques, and policies to address current or anticipated problems and issues. The Team Manager typically reviews work for success in achieving the desired results.

Travel Required

25% or less - The job may require up to 25% travel.

Supervisory status

Promotion Potential

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• Individuals who start their government service after November 22, 2021 need to be fully COVID vaccinated prior to their start date, except in limited circumstances where the law requires an exception.
• 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. 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 within the National Airspace System (NAS), management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, or other electronics systems.

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

Due to the Pandemic and individual states with different phases of reopening, the selectees report date to the official duty station / facility may be delayed until such time as employees are allowed to report to the workplace.

The person selected may telework up to the maximum extent possible, up to and including full time, until it is determined by state and Federal officials that employees are allowed to report to the workplace where this position is located, on a regular basis.*

Education

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.

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 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.

Failure to submit demonstrated abilities statements will prevent you from receiving further consideration.

2. SUPERVISORY ENDORSEMENT. If your selection for this position would be considered a promotion then a supervisory statement endorsing your candidacy (Career Level IV to Career Level V) is required by the closing date of this announcement.

The endorsement must include the announcement number. You may upload your document with your application or fax to : 847-294-7858.

3. Supervisory Endorsement is not required for ingrade / downgrade candidates.

5. Interviews : Interviews will be conducted IAW PASS