Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (Entry-Level to G Band)

Quick Facts

• Role: Airway Transportation Systems Specialist (entry-level through G-band level)

Description

This is an entry-level Airway Transportation Systems Specialist position supporting safe and efficient operation of the National Airspace System (NAS). You will install, evaluate, maintain, modify, and certify NAS facilities, services, and equipment, performing increasingly complex coordination, troubleshooting, repair, installation, maintenance, and documentation. Work is typically located at/near airports and may include remote towers and other facilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform progressively more difficult assignments with academic and on-the-job instruction
• Acquire and apply technical knowledge to support NAS systems
• Support coordination, operation, repair, installation, maintenance, troubleshooting, modification, flight check, certification, and documentation for discipline-specific systems and services
• G-band level: full maintenance and operational responsibility for a single system or integration of multiple systems/services; plan and execute work using FAA orders, technical manuals, and procedures

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship
• Selective Service registration (for males born after 12/31/1959)
• Designated or random drug testing
• Valid driver license
• Some facilities require a noncritical sensitive security investigation
• Ability to perform essential job functions safely (including physical demands, rotating shifts/weekends/holidays, and potential travel up to 75%)
• Visual acuity, hearing acuity, and clear/effective speech communication may be required
• Resume must support all described work experience; submit official transcripts if qualifying via education

Benefits

Comprehensive federal employee benefits package (eligibility depends on position type).