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_______________________________________________________________The FAA operates the world's biggest and safest aviation system.

We are responsible for the safety and certification of aircraft and pilots, for the security of our airports, and for the around-the-clock operation of our nation's air traffic control system.

The FAA is committed to making the world's best aviation system even better.

We are doing this by enhancing safety, improving security, and increasing the efficiency of air travel by modernizing the air traffic control system and expanding the capacity of our nation's airports.

We are also responsible for guiding and helping develop the new but rapidly expanding field of commercial space transportation.

We are currently hiring Airway Transportation System Specialists, with concentrated hiring in Alaska, Arizona, California, and Hawaii, Guam, Nevada, Montana, Idaho, Utah, Colorado, Washington, Oregon and Wyoming.

Job DescriptionAirway Transportation Systems Specialists (ATSS) install and maintain electronic equipment and lighting aids associated with facilities and services required for aviation navigation to assure a reliable, safe, and smooth flow of air traffic.

This involves work with radar, communications, computers, navigational aids, airport lighting aids, and electrical/mechanical support for facilities on and off airports within the network of the National Airspace System (NAS).

It includes periodic maintenance (inspection and analysis of equipment with associated adjustments), corrective maintenance, troubleshooting, repair and replacement of malfunctioning equipment, and certification.

ATSSs could be involved with not only electronic equipment but also lighting aids and environmental support equipment for the NAS. Many ATSSs work out of offices located at or near airports and on service equipment located on airports, in Air Traffic Control Towers (ATCT), Automated Flight Service Stations (AFSS), in open fields, or even on remote mountain tops.

It is often necessary to drive significant distances (100-200 miles) to reach facilities.

ATSSs also work in Air Route Traffic Control Centers (ARTCC) maintaining equipment within the facility.

ATSSs may be required to maintain entire facilities, including electronic equipment, electrical power distribution, emergency backup power, power conditioning systems, and heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) systems; electronic equipment only; or power and HVAC systems only.

QualificationsPay band level FV-F: Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study or at least 24 semester hours in any combination of the following: computer science, mathematics, electronics, physical sciences, information management, engineering, telecommunications, or other fields related to the position.

OR 3 years of work experience, 1 year which was equivalent to at least FV-E, that provided a basic knowledge of the principles of electronics, mathematics, computers, aeronautics, or related areas, or an understanding, both theoretical and practical, of automated systems operation, integration, management, and maintenance.

Experience may have been gained in occupations such as computer specialist, electronics technician, telecommunications specialist, engineer, or other work related to the position to be filled.

FV-F+5% 1 year of specialized work experience with at least 1 year equivalent to at least the FV-F level that provided the opportunity to acquire and the need to apply practical and theoretical knowledge of the principles, functions, and processes associated with electronics and electricity concepts; computer systems and information management concepts telecommunications concepts; and system management and integration methods.

FV-F+10% 1 year of specialized work experience with at least 1 year equivalent to at least the FV-F+5% level that provided the opportunity to acquire and the need to apply practical and theoretical knowledge of the principles, functions, and processes associated with electronics and electricity concepts; computer systems and information management concepts telecommunications concepts; and system management and integration methods.

FV-G 1 year of specialized work experience with at least 1 year at the FV-F+10% level that demonstrated extensive knowledge of and experience in the technology, system interrelationships, and management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, and electronics systems.

Evaluation Criteria: Applicants will be evaluated based on their responses to the online application and resume.

Note: Do not submit an application/resume at this time.

It will be requested when you are referred for employment consideration.

Physical Requirements: You must be able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position without hazard to yourself or others.

Depending on the position, usable vision (including color vision and near vision), hearing, and speech may be required.

You may also be required to lift and/or carry objects of about 20 to 50 pounds, as well as climb ladders and/or work in unusual or uncomfortable body positions or environmental conditions.

Drug and Alcohol Testing Program 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 preemployment or preappointment drug screening.

Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.

Security Requirements: This position requires a National Agency Check and Inquiry (NACI), which may be completed after appointment.

How to Apply: CLICK HERE to apply for this position.

You will be directed to the FAA Career Opportunities Online Application System.

Only applications submitted via the FAA Career Opportunities Online Application System will be accepted.

Public access to the internet is available through various local sources such as libraries, schools, and state employment offices.

Contact Information: Aviation Careers Division Ph: 405.954.4657 Financial Disclosure 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.

Excepted Service: The FAA is an excepted service agency.

Basic Federal employee benefits remain the same as other Federal agencies.

Privacy Act Requirements: Collection of personal identification data is authorized under the Privacy Act (PL 93-579).

FAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors.

DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis.

Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on www.faa.gov/acr or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.

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