Serves as an Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (ATSS) Automation, responsible for performing a variety of functions directly related to the operation of the NAS in Olathe, Kansas.

Duties

Performs work of broad scope and complexity with a high degree of independence. Has broad automated systems and networking responsibilities providing complete services to air traffic customers over a large geographic area. The work performed at this level requires technical expertise on complex systems and/or emerging technology, systems interrelationships and management of the NAS. Provides the highest organizational level of technical support associated with analyzing, designing, developing, installing, repairing, fabricating, maintaining, modifying, or evaluating the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible. As a principal technical specialist or team leader for major projects and/or program areas, resolves unique technical problems without managerial intervention, providing coordination and suggesting solutions. Recognized for a high level of technical expertise on legacy and newly developed systems within a large facility or multiple facilities over a large geographical area.

Requirements

• 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

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the following has been determined to be a Selective Placement Factor (SPF). This means possession of this criteria is part of the minimum qualifications and is essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Applicants who do not possess this criteria will be ineligible for further consideration.ATSS must possess expert knowledge, skill or ability to perform the operation with the installation, maintenance, modification, repair, troubleshooting, flight check and certification of AUTOMATION systems and computer related services such as: Standard Terminal Automation Replacement System, Automated Radar Terminal System, Direct Access Radar Channel, En Route - Automation Modernization, Oceanic Display and Planning System, etc. This discipline is heavily engaged in operations and maintenance of industrial computer systems in the corporate environment, industrial systems to include both hardware and software applications. In addition, this position maintains other electrical/mechanical equipment/systems necessary to ensure reliability of facilities on and off airports with the network of the NAS.Generally, experience at the next lower level, FV-H/FG-12/Level III or equivalent, and the possession of the Selective Placement Factor (SPF) meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience supports the Demonstrated Abilities identified 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.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.If this would be considered a promotion for you, a supervisor endorsement must be submitted at the time your application is submitted. The supervisor endorsement must include this vacancy announcement number. Failure to submit a supervisor endorsement will result in you not being considered for this 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 the application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.Failure to submit Demonstrated Ability statements will prevent you from receiving further consideration.

Education

Education may not be substituted for experience.

Contacts

• Address Federal Aviation Administration ACE Regional HR Services Division 901 Locust Street, Room 402 AHF-C100 Kansas City, MO 64106 US
• Name: Kelsey Schmidt
• Phone: 1 (816) 329-2671
• Email: [email protected]