General Engineer

About the role

This position is located in the Air Traffic Organization (ATO), Mission Support Services (AJV), Strategy Directorate AJV-S). Mission Support Services supports the FAA by providing innovative, strategic direction for infrastructure and airspace design and ensuring policies and procedures are executed effectively. To qualify for this position at the I band level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-H, FG/GS-12 level. This experience is typically related to the line of work for the position to be filled and has equipped the applicant with the specific knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the duties of the position successfully. 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 with systems design and integration to clarify alternative concepts that efficiently meet mission capability gaps; Experience using automated tools and financial systems, such as macros, pivot tables, advanced filtering, etc. to create graphics and charts for inclusion in presentations to senior officials. National Airspace System Expertise: In-depth understanding of the national airspace system, including the formulation of air traffic operational requirements and proficiency in writing strategies for system modernization. Stakeholder Facilitation and Program Leadership: Ability to facilitate discussions among diverse stakeholders to achieve collective understanding and unified positions, coupled with experience in leading high-visibility programs to resolve operational needs. System Engineering and Analytical Skills: Expertise in applying system engineering discipline for project management and integration, along with the ability to analyze complex information for strategy planning and validate modernization requirements. To qualify for this position at J band level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FG/GS-13 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 evaluating the performance of engineering systems and recommend improvements. Experience conducting research to develop improved engineering solutions and practices. National Airspace System Expertise: In-depth understanding of the national airspace system, including the formulation of air traffic operational requirements and proficiency in writing strategies for system modernization. Stakeholder Facilitation and Program Leadership: Ability to facilitate discussions among diverse stakeholders to achieve collective understanding and unified positions, coupled with experience in leading high-visibility programs to resolve operational needs. System Engineering and Analytical Skills: Expertise in applying system engineering discipline for project management and integration, along with the ability to analyze complex information for strategy planning and validate modernization requirements 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.