Summary Serves as an Airway Transportation System Specialist within the Automation and Communication Branch at the FAA Academy. Responsibilities The position requires the advanced application of knowledge, practices, principles, theories, concepts, methods, techniques, and abilities for the discipline to which the position is classified. Responsibilities may include inspection, oversight, planning, developing, coordinating, deploying, implementing, maintaining, training, and replacing systems of assigned facilities and/or systems. The incumbent is required to interact with personnel from the FAA Academy and representatives both internal and external to the FAA. Serves as Air Transportation System Specialist technician-in-depth providing the highest organizational technical support for a multitude of highly complex integrated systems which directly support the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Academy training systems. Performs work or projects requiring the ability to interpret, select, adapt, and apply technical experience during the installation, maintenance and repair of one or more of the FAA National Airspace System (NAS) and Next Generation (NextGen) Air Transportation System; Automation, Communication, Environmental, Navigation and Radar systems used to support FAA Academy training. The tasks include a wide array of complex and varying assignments, understanding of new technologies and comprehensive technical knowledge of assigned discipline(s). Under limited supervision applies knowledge of non-professional engineering principles and practices in the field of electronics, information technology and systems maintenance. The incumbent must have knowledge in related fields of mechanical and electrical engineering. Performs technologically advanced assignments and repairs on a wide array of complex and often integrated systems. Is considered the technical expert within the organization for the assigned systems and is responsible for training other individuals and providing technical direction and guidance. Often represents the organization as the technical point of contact for the complex systems and will receive limited instruction in engineering, information technology, electrical principles, electronics principles, FAA regulations, FAA policies, FAA programs and shop practices. Assist others and work independently on various assignments. Communicates with FAA Academy and representatives of external organizations to share essential information, provide critical data, as well as communicate project and system status. Works with project managers to complete project studies and cost estimates. Project studies and cost estimates should include project manpower, material requirements, equipment utilization, and updated completion schedules. General program assignments are received from management and are stated in terms of overall objectives and boundaries. Assignments completed are considered technically authoritative and are reviewed only for general compliance with organizational objectives. Management work assignments will be delivered through the FG-2101-13 ATSS. Provides guidance and on-the-job training to other technicians and trainees in accordance with established practices and procedures. Provides guidance to resolve difficult technical or operational issues. Independently resolves all but unique technical problems. Interprets and adapts technical instructions, manufacturer’s manuals, FAA policies and procedures, and other publications. Performs other duties as assigned. The position may require rotating shifts and weekends. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications To qualify for the position at the FG/GS 13 (FV-I) level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the FG/GS-12 (FV-H) level. 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: Experience providing technical support for one or more of the FAA National Airspace System (NAS) and Next Generation (NextGen) Air Transportation System; Automation, Communication, Environmental, Navigation and Radar systems used to support FAA Academy training; Experience identifying and analyzing the conditions affecting problems with designing, testing, modifying, troubleshooting, or maintaining systems; Experience providing guidance and conducting on-the-job training. AND Physical Requirements: You must be able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position without hazard to yourself or others. Selectee must pass a pre-employment physical prior to appointment. Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their Work History. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. Education See qualifications required. Information Regarding KSAs: 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. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge, Skills and Abilities section, 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. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) or Other Factors listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration. 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 Notes: Positions to be filled at the FG-13 level in AMA-920; duty location of Oklahoma City, OK. Some, all or none of the applicants may be interviewed. Applicants must apply online to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted. Position will be realigned based on approved reorganization. Additional information regarding living in Oklahoma can be found at www.abetterlifeokc.com. To confirm receipt of emailed documents, please contact Sidney Heifetz at sidney.r.heifetz@faa.gov. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA