Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (TSOG - NAVAIDS)

Job Title

Serves as an ATSS with the Technical Support Operations Group. Performs a variety of functions directly related to the operation of the NAS.

Responsibilities include integration, restoration, testing and evaluation of new advanced services or service component, hardware/software systems and processes. Applies comprehensive technical knowledge to protect the integrity of all components and systems to provide NAS service delivery.

Performs work of broad scope and complexity with a high degree of independence. Provides the highest organizational level of technical support associated with analyzing, designing, developing, installing, repairing, fabricating, maintaining, modifying, or evaluating the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible.

As a principal specialist/expert for major projects and or program areas resolves unique technical problems without managerial intervention, providing coordination and suggesting solutions. Plans, coordinates, and performs work with a high degree of independence and keeping the supervisor advised of only the most critical issues.

Can be called upon to assist with repair and/or restore service or systems, providing guidance on the availability of back up systems, recommending reconfiguration to minimize service interruptions to ensure the same and efficient operation of the NAS.

Carries out work as necessary to handle unanticipated plans and situations objectives and of the organizational needs. Resolving problems as they arise and making adjustments as necessary to handle unanticipated situations and organizational needs.

This work includes responsibility for evaluating diagnostic data from multiple systems that are integrated to support a network, or services or service products. Evaluation of this data is used for correcting deficiencies on contactor acceptance inspection/Joint Acceptance Inspection, and timely resolution of equipment, systems or services within the NAS.

Collaborates with system users, planners, engineers, and contractor personnel for the acceptance of new or modified systems and provide assistance for resolving problems with the installation or improvements.

Develops recommendations for enhancing efficiency of systems by modification and application of existing or emerging technology.

Monitors other employees time as a project or team leader. Identifies requirements (staffing funds, materials, and equipment) to accomplish projects and tracks the use of project resources. Provides training, mentoring, guidance, and advice to FAA employees, contractors, and other organizations as needed. Supervisor rarely reviews completed work.

Integrates operational risk management into all planned activities ensuring that all customers and users of services are included and involved in implementation and planning.

Performs other duties as assigned.