Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (Radar)

Federal Aviation Administration; El Segundo (CA); On-site; USD 104,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking government agency as an Airway Transportation Systems Specialist, where you will leverage your expertise in advanced electronic systems to ensure the safety and efficiency of our national airspace. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for the installation, evaluation, and maintenance of critical systems that support air traffic control and navigation. Your extensive knowledge of RADAR and NAV systems will be essential in maintaining the integrity of our operations. This is an exceptional opportunity to contribute to the safety of air travel while working in a dynamic and impactful environment.

Qualifications

• Extensive knowledge of technology system interrelationships.
• Experience with civilian or military automated aviation systems.

Responsibilities

• Maintain safe and efficient operation of electronic systems.
• Install, evaluate, and certify facilities supporting air traffic control.

Skills

Primary RADAR systems

Secondary NAV systems

Automated aviation systems

Electronics systems management

Job description

Airway Transportation Systems Specialists (ATSS) at this level are recognized as subject matter experts in their field. All duties involve maintaining the safe and efficient operation of the complex network of electronic systems supporting the nation's air traffic control and navigation. ATSS personnel install, evaluate, maintain, modify, and certify facilities, services, and equipment supporting the National Airspace System (NAS).

To qualify, candidates must demonstrate extensive knowledge and experience with technology system interrelationships, and management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, and electronics systems. Typically, experience at the next lower level (pay band H/level III or equivalent) is considered sufficient if it supports the responsibilities of this position.

Selective Placement Factor:

Applicants must have extensive experience with two or more of the following systems:

• Primary RADAR: Airport Surveillance Radar (ASR-8, -9, -11); Maintenance of Air Traffic Control Beacon Indicator (ATCB-5, ATCB-6/6M); MODES, NEXRAD, TDWR, WSP, ASDE, MicroEARTS, STARS, ASSC.
• Secondary NAV: Instrument Landing System (ILS), Very High Frequency Omnidirectional Range (VOR), Distance Measuring Equipment (DME), Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN), Antennas, Non-Directional Beacon (NDB).

Note: Applicants must include specific examples of their experience with these systems in their work history and describe their specialized knowledge, skills, or abilities (KSAs).

Demonstrated Abilities:

Qualified applicants will be evaluated on their responses to the Demonstrated Abilities and KSAs listed in the announcement. Responses must be clear, concise, and demonstrate how their education, training, and experience meet each ability. Providing incomplete or exaggerated information may lead to disqualification. Narrative responses are mandatory for each Demonstrated Ability.

Qualification must be achieved by the vacancy closing date.

Locality Percentages and Salary Ranges:

• Anchorage, Alaska - 32.36% - $101,368 to $157,106
• El Segundo, California - 36.47% - $104,516 to $161,984
• Fremont, California - 46.34% - $112,074 to $173,700
• Rancho Cordova, California - 29.76% - $99,377 to $154,020
• San Diego, California - 33.72% - $102,409 to $158,720
• Longmont, Colorado - 30.52% - $99,959 to $154,922
• Las Vegas, Nevada - 19.57% - $91,573 to $141,925
• Salt Lake City, Utah - 17.06% - $89,650 to $138,946
• Auburn, Washington and Des Moines, Washington - 31.57% - $100,763 to $156,168