ELECTRONICS TECHNICIAN (AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SYSTEMS) - Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command

Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. Primary purpose of position is to apply certified technical experience and abilities to install, maintain, repair, calibrate, and certify a variety of complex electronic Airway Transportation (AT) Systems and Communication-Electronics. Air Traffic Control airway transportation equipment cannot be used unless certified by the employee. Responsibilities Applying certified FAA, Industry or USAF technical expertise, maintains, modifies and certifies integrated radar, weather, air navigational and communications systems supporting the safe movement of air traffic in the National Airspace System in compliance with USAF and FAA established standards and safety requirements. Maintains National Airspace System (NAS) automated ATC systems to ensure the systems are producing an end product acceptable for air traffic control purposes. Performs system security administration functions for ATC automated systems and maintains and modifies local ATC computer databases to conform to local airspace and NAS specification enhancing system effectiveness. Modifies Airway Transportation equipment as prescribed by the FAA, DoD, or USAF and participates in project planning and execution. Provides technical guidance, training, and assistance to other technicians, conducts on-the-job (OJT) training to apprentices in all phases of work, and performs Quality Assurance (QA) inspections. Utilizes safety practices and procedures following established safety rules and regulations and maintains a safe and clean work environment. Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Technical and Medical Support Positions, Electronics Technical Series 0856 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge of, and extensive experience and skill in applying: a wide range of concepts, practices, regulations, policies, and precedents; analytical and diagnostic techniques; qualitative and quantitative techniques; techniques for developing new or modified work methods, approaches, or procedures; and related emerging practices and methods sufficient to: provide comprehensive management advisory and technical services on substantive functions and practices; develop innovative methods, approaches, or procedures; identify, evaluate, and recommend appropriate solutions to resolve complex interrelated problems and issues; and formulate and present findings, briefings, project papers, status reports, and correspondence to foster understanding and acceptance of findings and recommendations. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Expert knowledge and experience working with a wide variety of complex and integrated AT and C-E equipment, and associated support equipment. Knowledge of computer operating systems programs, e.g. Unix, Linux, Sun Solaris; network types; network topologies; transport devices e.g. hubs, routers, switches; and data communications equipment. 2. Expert knowledge of a wide range of electronic principles and practices, operating parameters, capabilities, and limitations of electronic systems associated with air traffic control and weather equipment; and of systems and component design, capabilities, configurations, limitations, and functional operation; and of various types of electronics logic. 3. Expertise in the interpretation of technical data, analyzing problems in integrated/interfacing systems and in deducing the proper sequence of steps in troubleshooting system(s) circuits. 4. Ability to rank priorities and make accurate and quick decisions that support the unit mission and the safety of flight regarding equipment operation. Ability to modify standard procedures, adapt equipment or techniques and make departures from previous approaches to solve technical problems or improve system performance. Ability to use computer terminals to enter and extract data to maintain records and document actions. 5. Knowledge of safety regulations, procedures, and practices. 6. Demonstrated ability to train others in a timely, certifiable and comprehensive manner, while adhering to all applicable guidance. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Education Additional Information THIS IS A REANNOUNCEMENT - CANDIDATES WHO APPLIED TO 6R-AFPC-12558957-583325-ALM MUST SELF-NOMINATE FOR THIS ANNOUNCEMENT IN ORDER TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. If you have questions regarding this announcement and have hearing or speech difficulties click here. Tax Law Impact for PCS: On 22-Dec-2017, Public Law 115-97 - the "Tax Cuts and Jobs Act of 2017" suspended qualified moving expense deductions along with the exclusion for employer reimbursements and payments of moving expenses effective 01-Jan-2018 for tax years 2018 through 2025. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit GSA Bulletin FTR 20-04 here for additional information.