Supervisory Aviation Technical Systems Specialist
What you'd do
This position is located in the PMO, Enterprise Services Directorate, AJM-3000. The function of the Deputy Director includes providing direction and leadership to a large and complex organization responsible for implementing National Airspace System (NAS) air traffic control voice and data communication, information and network, navigation, aviation weather, and aeronautical programs, and Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Systems.
Major duties
The Deputy Director focuses on the interest of the many stakeholders, including airports, commercial and general aviation, as well as all operational environments. Existing programs include Data Communications, Voice over Internet Protocol Communication Enterprise, Wide Area Augmentation System, NextGen Weather Processor, Weather Sensors, Flight Operations Aircraft, Terminal Voice Switch Sustainment, and many others. The Enterprise Services workforce is not limited to Headquarters. The Deputy Director is responsible for managing the work of large multi-level organizations with subordinates, managers and staff. Directs the work of subordinate employees and/or managers for multiple organizational units and across multiple functions concerning interfaces with, and requirements for, services provided by enterprise services. Ensures that all appropriate plans are developed, including master plans, budgets, engineering and development plans, selection plans, source evaluation plans, data management plans, systems engineering management plans, program administration plans, and test plans. Managerial duties typically affect managers and employees for more than one organizational unit/project/program, and include: strategic planning; communicating the organization's vision and objectives; setting priorities; assigning tasks and responsibilities; monitoring and evaluating performance of organizational units, managers, and employees; coaching and developing staff and organizational capabilities; approving leave; and taking or approving corrective/disciplinary actions as appropriate. Assists the Director with the establishment of national ATO policies, standards, and procedures for the operation of National navigational capability, air traffic control voice and data communications, information and network services, and aviation weather and aeronautical services within the NAS. Approves policy regarding the use of air traffic control navigation, air traffic control voice and data communications, information and network services, weather and aeronautical products and services assigned by rule, regulation, or order under such terms, conditions, and limitations as may be deemed necessary, and modifying or revoking such policy when required to ensure safe and efficient utilization of the NAS. Plans, directs, and coordinates all aspects of the programs under Enterprise Services including engineering, acquisition, system integration, testing, evaluation, and the implementation of assigned programs. Defines and develops program objectives, strategies, plans, and management methods to support the operational demands of the services. He/she implements NAS programs in accordance with approved NAS architecture and NextGen implementation plans, ensuring safe and efficient operations. Assesses technical, contractual, cost, and schedule risks and benefits for alternative approaches to achieving program objectives. Defines, acquires, and allocates budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for multiple organizational units/projects/ programs and across multiple functions and/or disciplines. Contacts are routinely internal and external. Maintains close and continuing contact with the military, other Federal agencies, state and local governments, the aviation industry, the regulatory organizations of the FAA, and the general public, as well as with various other domestic and foreign public and private aviation organizations. Develops agreements, when appropriate, with such entities to ensure mutually beneficial results. Presents and defends the DOT and FAA positions with respect to air traffic navigation, voice and data communication, and weather issues in formal and informal meetings with these key officials. Ensures that procedures and operations are directed toward continually improving levels of service to customers and other duties as assigned.
What you need to qualify
Candidates must have one year (52 weeks) of SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE equivalent to at least the next lower grade level (FV-K or FG/GS-15) that is typically related to the line of work of the position to be filled and which has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position successfully. To be creditable, specialized experience must be at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation within the organization. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE is defined as: Experience developing, analyzing and/or deploying National Airspace System (NAS), communications, navigation, weather and aeronautical services, systems, equipment, training and procedures to oversee major programs that support the transformation of the NAS; AND Experience managing system software/hardware engineering support tasks, logistics, testing, and integration activities to implement 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 later 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. *Applicants who fail to demonstrate possession of any of the above criteria AND who do not provide the required documentation will receive no further consideration for this position. * Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA. **All qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. ** Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and/or selective placement factor(s) (SPF) may be further evaluated on the Leadership & Management Dimensions and/or Technical Requirements listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: (1) score order; (2) category grouping; or (3) alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for selection consideration.
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