Electronics Technician - El Segundo, United States - Federal Aviation Administration - FAA

    Federal Aviation Administration - FAA
    Federal Aviation Administration - FAA El Segundo, United States

    1 month ago

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    Description
    Duties

    The incumbent serves as the Electronics Technician (Coordinator) for all (ATCF) project activities related to onsite installation/construction. Serves as principle technical expert providing project installation/construction expertise in the preparation of the Project Work Plan. Plans, schedules, identifies required resources and coordinates execution of the installation/construction activities across multiple installations Centers.

    Performs work of broad scope and complexity applying technical experience and comprehensive technical knowledge and an understanding of new technologies and methods, and FAA policies and programs to accomplish assignments.

    Reviews design installation/construction documents for constructability concerns (i.e. from the perspective of an
    installation/construction contractor or Engineering Services Field Engineer/Technician).

    Coordinates installation/construction field changes with appropriate affected parties and stakeholders. Ensures
    installation/construction activity related project schedule changes are reflected and coordinated with Engineering.

    Ensures field installations/construction reports are accurate, contain an appropriate level of detail, and are timely.

    Provides training, mentoring, guidance and advice to field (installation/construction) personnel on technical issues.

    Provides positive quality assurance controls during installation/construction activities, including minimizing Joint Acceptance Inspections, (JAI) exceptions.

    Acts as onsite focal point for Occupational and Health Safety Administration, (OSHA) construction safety. Ensure that all facility work permits and risk assessments are properly completed when required.

    Ensures required parts/materials are ordered/shipped on schedule. Incumbent is required to travel throughout Western Service Area in support of projects providing quality control. Hands on installation may be required.
    Prepares end of project critiques to analyze actual performance vs. projected performance (e.g. schedule, budget, quality, manpower, etc.).

    Work directly supports the objectives of the organization and the safe and continual operation of the National Air Space, (NAS), FAA aircraft, and/or FAA academic programs.

    Contacts are both internal and external. Often represents the organization as a primary technical
    point of contact on projects, programs, and other work activities to coordinate and implement plans or to obtain information and resolve problems.

    Coordinates with other organizations and agencies concerned with FAA activities. May oversee the
    activities of contractors.

    Receives general program assignments from a supervisor or higher level manager. Assignments are stated in terms of priorities, overall objectives, and boundaries. Completed assignments are considered technically authoritative and are reviewed only for general compliance with organizational objectives. Identifies resources needed to perform assignments.

    Organizes and assigns resources needed to accomplish large work activities within established schedules.

    Provides guidance to other technicians and trainees regarding difficult technical or operational issues. Independently resolves all but unique technical problems. Interprets and adapts technical manuals, manufacturers' instructions, FAA policies and procedures. Work is reviewed for compliance with established policies and sound technical and programmatic judgment.

    Requirements

    Conditions of Employment
    • US Citizenship is required.
    • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
    • Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)
    • This position requires 90% or More Travel.
    Qualifications

    There is no timeframe requirement at the Level III/FV-H to compete. Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility that is appropriate to the position. Experience that demonstrates an extensive knowledge of and experience in technology system interrelationships, and management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, and electronics systems. Generally, experience at the next lower level Pay Band H/level III or FG/GS-12 or equivalent, meets the minimum qualifications for this position as long as the experience supports the demonstrated abilities identified below.

    DEMONSTRATED ABILITIES:
    1. Ability to complete complex assignments, with broad impact on NAS, without supervision.
    2. Expertise on legacy and newly developed NAS modernization systems, within a large facility, or multiple facilities.
    3. Ability to apply a comprehensive technical knowledge to protect the integrity of components and systems, which provide NAS services.
    4. Ability to focus on overall NAS systems performance and causes of system degradation.
    5. Ability to apply skill in resolving unique technical problems. Ability to be the primary technical point of contact for complex NAS systems with the knowledge and expertise to provide technical guidance and direction for multiple systems.
    6. Ability to work with high level representatives of outside organizations, including DOD, Airport Management, contractors, etc.
    7. Ability to collaborate with system users, planners, engineers, and vendors on installing or improving complex automation systems in the NAS.
    8. Ability to develop broad recommendations on enhancing the efficiency of NAS systems by modification and application of existing or emerging technology
    You MUST provide a NARRATIVE statement for each Demonstrated Ability. The narratives should be clear and concise, providing a description of your education, training and experience that would describe the degree to which you possess each Demonstrated Ability. Candidates must show experience at the level of difficulty and responsibility appropriate to the position. Eligible candidates will be ranked based on Demonstrated Ability.

    Narratives for Demonstrated Abilities identified under qualifications are mandatory. Failure to submit demonstrated abilities statements will prevent you from receiving further consideration.

    Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

    Education

    1. If your selection for this position would be considered a promotion, then a supervisory statement endorsing your candidacy to Career Level IV is required by the closing date of this announcement. The endorsement must include the announcement number. You may upload your document with your application or fax to:

    2. Supervisory Endorsement is not required for ingrade/downgrade candidates.

    3. Supervisory Endorsement to Career Level IV must be received by closing date of the vacancy announcement. Failure to submit the supervisory endorsement, will remove the applicant from receiving further consideration.

    4. 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 at a later stage in the selection process. Your responses are subject to verification through job interviews, or any other information obtained during that application process. Any exaggeration of your experience or any attempt to conceal information can result in disqualification.

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

    6. If one qualified applicant is interviewed then all qualified applicants must be interviewed.

    7. FAA's Core Compensation Plan: This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation Pay Plan.

    8. Bargaining Unit: This position is covered by the AF-PASS Bargaining Unit Agreement.

    9. Security Requirements: Moderate (5): This position requires completion & favorable adjudication of a Tier 2 (T2) background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained and approved.

    Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.

    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.

    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.

    This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by PASS: Regional Tech Ops and AEA.

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    • Benefits

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      Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
    How You Will Be Evaluated

    You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

    IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.
    • Benefits

      A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. .

      Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
    • Required Documents

      As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

      Narratives for Demonstrated Abilities identified under qualifications are mandatory. Failure to submit demonstrated abilities statements will prevent you from receiving further consideration. Supervisor Endorsement. If your selection for this position would be considered a promotion then a supervisory statement endorsing your candidacy to Career Level IV is required by the closing date of this announcement. The endorsement must include the announcement number. Only supplemental documentation (Supervisory Endorsement, SF-50) will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded or faxed to on or before the closing date of this announcement.

      If you are an FAA employee, you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement. You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application. If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.

      If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system .

      If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

      Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from .

      Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.