Aviation Operations Watch Officer — NAS & Crisis Response

Concept-Solution; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 48,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) plan with matching

Job summary

Concept Solutions, LLC is seeking a Watch Officer / Aviation Operations Officer for the FAA Washington Operations Center Complex. The role supports C3 operations, ensuring emergency communications and NAS status monitoring.

Candidates must have an interim or active Secret clearance, with eligibility for TS/SCI, and be able to work rotating 12-hour shifts on-site in Washington, DC. A High School Diploma and extensive MS Office experience are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 10 years relevant experience.
• Active Secret Clearance required.
• Experience with MS Office including MS Project, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Collect and analyze information on NAS operations, outages, incidents and security events.
• Operate and manage internal/external communications systems, secure and unsecured.
• Analyze and synthesize multiple data streams and draft official documents.
• Support Senior Watch Officer and coordinate inter-office communications.
• Perform special assignments as required.

Skills

MS Office

Aviation operations knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Self-starter

Judgment and tact

Education

High School Diploma

Tools

MS Project

MS Word

MS Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Description

Concept Solutions is seeking for a Watch Officer |Aviation Operations Officer at the FAA Washington Operations Center Complex (WOCC). The Aviation Operations Officer will serve as a member of a watch standing team in the WOCC under the guidance of an Operations Supervisor. This position will become part of a team of professionals supporting the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Command, Control, and Communications (C3) office which is responsible for ensuring emergency operations are maintained. If disruptions such as national emergencies, natural disasters, or equipment malfunctions occur, the C3 office is chartered with restoring the communication services expeditiously. The candidate for this position provides or arranges support for FAA Executives, Lines of Business and Staff Offices. The incumbent maintains day-to-day liaison and works closely with counterparts of other agencies and departments' national operations centers. Participates in the National Security Emergency Preparedness (NSEP) operations center program and augments the agency coop cadre. The incumbent will be required to work a rotating shift schedule. This position requires an interim clearance or an active Secret Clearance.

Primary responsibilities include:

• Responsible for collecting and analyzing information on the status of operations in the National Airspace System (NAS) such as facility outages, aircraft accidents and incidents, security events, severe weather, and unusual occurrences; as well as all occurrences that may affect the operating status of aviation worldwide.
• Responsible for the operation of various internal and external communications systems both secure and unsecured and other information gathering systems.
• Analysis and synthesis of multiple data streams.
• Coordinating inter- and intra-office communications; draft and edit reports, project documents and official memoranda.
• Directly supports the Senior Watch Officer in situations demanding immediate decision or action until senior level communications are established.
• May be tasked to work special assignments, as required

Requirements

• High School Diploma
• 10 years relevant experience
• Experience with MS Office, including MS Project, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Active Secret Clearance

The ideal candidate will possess:

• Knowledge of aviation such as flight operations, pilot of general aviation, corporate or commercial aircraft, or aviation support activities.
• College level flight-training programs that lead to a pilot’s license or certification; or other programs that train flight controllers, security personnel, or other aviation support professionals.
• Knowledge in aviation security, Operations Center procedures, and/or emergency preparedness.
• Skills in exercising judgment and tact in dealing with personnel in connection with programs and projects.
• Knowledge of current National Security Emergency Preparedness (NSEP) functions, organization, and plans of the DOT and FAA in order to conduct day-to-day business, procedures, and responses to incidents.
• Knowledge of the organization, functions, objectives, and authorities of FAA in order to relate to these events to determine courses of action, coordinate responses, and positions.
• Present a professional image, as there are numerous dignitaries passing through the facility on a daily basis; excellent interpersonal skills.
• Proven skills as a self-starter – Motivated to learn.

Location and Schedule

• Location: Washington, DC
• Schedule: On-site shift work with 24hr support / rotating 12 hr. shifts, 6am-6pm & 6pm-6am.
• Security Requirement: Eligible for a Secret Security clearance with the ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret (TS)/Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI). US citizenship is required.
• Travel: 0-10%
• Compensation: $36.06/hour

COMPANY PROFILE:

Founded in 1999 and headquartered in Reston, Virginia, Concept Solutions, LLC (CS) is a leading small business in technology, engineering, and management consulting. We are the innovative and agile force behind strategic solutions that enhance organizational efficiency and safeguard our nation across Aerospace, Defense, and National Security sectors.

For over 25 years, CS has been a trusted partner for the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of Justice (DOJ), Department of Defense (DoD) and other federal agencies delivering vital IT, security, and project management services.

Our commitment to excellence is reflected in our adherence to CMMI-DEV ML3, ISO 9001:2015, ISO/IEC 20000-1:2018, and ISO/IEC 27001-1:2013 standards. CS boasts company highlights that include:

• Over two decades of experience across over $300 million in contract awards supporting critical FAA programs
• Multiple contract vehicles providing opportunities across FAA, DoD, NOAA, and other Federal agencies
• Innovation Council - CS maintains an active Internal Research and Development (IR&D) program that is geared towards identifying emerging technologies and pursuing technological innovations

At CS, we know our success stems from our talented team. That’s why we prioritize the wellbeing and growth of our employees, fostering a positive culture centered on innovation, engagement, and career development.

Benefits: Concept Solutions offers a competitive benefits and salary package you would receive from a large company. We offer health, dental, vision and life insurance, as well as a comprehensive 401(k) plan with matching and immediate vesting.

Concept Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we value workplace diversity. We invite resumes from all interested parties and consider applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual preference, personal appearance, family responsibility, the presence of a non-job-related medical condition or physical disability, matriculation, political affiliation, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. Concept Solutions is a VEVRAA federal contractor, and we request priority referral of veterans for available positions.