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Summary This position is located in the Air Traffic Organization, Systems Operations, Flight Service Directorate, In-Service Management Group (AJR-B200). This group is responsible for contract management and lifecycle maintenance of multiple NAS programs and systems that provide services and tools to the general aviation community. Responsibilities Provides national-level expertise and experience in flight service programs and operations, such as flight planning, weather, NOTAMs, and airport advisory service to landing and departing aircraft in airports without towers, to support the Future Flight Service Program (FFSP) which is a major national program to modernize flight service facilities and infrastructure. Identifies and resolves highly complex problems that often cross organizational boundaries between air traffic, flight service, and contract tower facilities and that affect the accomplishment of agency objectives. Work directly affects the objectives of the Air Traffic Organization (ATO), the safety and efficiency of the National Airspace System (NAS), general aviation community, and the flying public. Applies experience and expert technical knowledge of air traffic procedures and operations to analyze and evaluate operational issues concerning the operations and modernization of the FFSP infrastructure through improvements like new voice-over-Internet protocol technologies, stronger system safety requirements, and an upgraded Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) network architecture. Uses experience to provide pilots with preflight and in-flight weather information, suggested routes, and other aeronautical information. Evaluates proposed contracts on technical modernization systems, such as visual weather observation equipment that provide pilots with both visual and textual weather observations. As a senior project manager, applies strategic program/project management principles to lead a matrix-based organization consisting of ATO and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) representatives to monitor and evaluate contractor performance according to specific contract performance measures and levels tied to flight service operational requirements. Works with the FFSP vendor and other contractor support to execute implementation activities, manage and track schedules, and coordinate and execute site telcons and checkpoints. Ensures that the appropriate individuals, facility, regional, and personnel are included in site implementation activities. The position will serve as the Contracting Officer Representative (COR), as recommended by management, and when the Contracting Officer delegates. Uses knowledge of Acquisition Management System (AMS) policies, guidelines, laws, and related policies and procedures to develop strategies and plan for new acquisitions. Monitors contract management and life-cycle maintenance of multiple NAS systems that provide tools to the general aviation community. Facilitates development of contract requirements, addresses operational and technical issues, and assists Contracting Officers in developing and administering contracts. Monitors contracts by identifying and resolving challenging problems and issues. Represents the FAA at the national level as the focal point for the FFSP. Recommends AJR positions on major programs and issues to agency management. Prepares and reviews reports or policies for internal and external distribution. Provides general guidance for addressing issues, the ATCS is almost always required to develop new and innovative approaches. Recommends new policies. Develops procedures and approaches. The ATCS is a recognized expert in the FAA and will work independently and exercises broad discretion to ensure that work is integrated with organizational objectives and policies. The agency manager accepts work products as technically authoritative, though work is reviewed for success in achieving desired results, effectiveness, and consonance with agency goals and objectives. Conceives plans and directs studies involving complex issues and unique problems. Uses knowledge of FAA policies and objectives to identify, define, and organize work for multiple work activities. Acquires and allocates resources to accomplish work activities within established schedules. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-J, FG/GS-14 level. This experience 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 successfully perform the duties of the position. To be creditable, specialized experience must have been at least equivalent to the next lower level in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE IS DEFINED AS: - Experience developing and using written reports, oral briefings, presentations, and website administration. - Experience with collecting, analyzing, managing, and communicating information and data to a diverse audience. You should include relevant examples of the specialized experience in your work history. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered. 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. * Education Education cannot be substituted for experience. Additional Information We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions. Position may be subject to a background investigation. A one-year probationary period may be required. 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. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family. **APPLICANT MUST BE ABLE TO OBTAIN/ATTAIN FAA COR LEVEL III CERTIFICATION WITHIN 6 MONTHS TO RETAIN THE POSITION. PROOF OF CERTIFICATION IS/WILL BE REQUIRED As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA section, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation Plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the website: https://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits This is a Level 5 (Moderate Risk; Public Trust) position requires favorable adjudication of a Minimum Background Investigation (MBI) prior to appointment unless a waiver is obtained. AFSCME Interview Criteria: Article 42, Section 13 states: If the selecting official decides to interview any employee on the selection list for a vacancy, then all who remain under consideration for the position at that point in the process must be interviewed. If the selection list is shortened to a best-qualified list through a comparative process, then the best-qualified list shall be considered to be the selection list. If it is determined that interviews are required and telephone interviews are not utilized, travel expenses incidental to these interviews will be paid in accordance with the Agency's travel regulations and this Agreement. Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed. This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by AFSCME Local 1653. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA