Air Traffic Control Specialist

HQ USAF and Support Elements • Arlington, VA

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About The Position

Serves as a senior Department of War (DoW) and Air Force analyst, providing air traffic control expertise in support of the DoW Policy Board on Federal Aviation (PBFA) and DoW responsibilities across the aviation enterprise. Also serves as the DoW PBFA and Headquarters Air Force subject matter expert on unmanned aircraft system (UAS) airspace integration. The position provides support and technical guidance on federal aviation matters, UAS integration, and air traffic control policy and operations.

Requirements

• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-13 grade level in Federal service, including experience issuing control instructions and advice to pilots near airports to ensure aircraft separation and safe, efficient movement.
• Ability to act decisively under stressful situations and maintain alertness over sustained periods of pressure.
• Skill in coordinating plans and actions with pilots and other controllers.
• Judgment to select and take the safest and most effective course of action among available choices.
• For merit promotion applicants, applicable time-in-grade requirements apply; one year at the GS-13 level is required for the GS-14 level when applicable.
• U.S. citizenship is required.
• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate Top Secret security clearance with access to SCI.
• Must pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing.
• Knowledge of Air Force structure, missions, programs, policies, and relationships among DoW, ICAO, NATO, FAA, and other military or civilian aviation authorities.
• Knowledge of air traffic control concepts, techniques, and procedures in terminal, enroute, and oceanic environments, and of trends, policies, technological developments, legislation, and tactical procedures affecting military and civil aviation operations.
• Knowledge of international civil aviation organization policy, aviation regulations, FAA handbooks and orders, DoW and Air Force directives and policies, and air traffic control, air operations, airspace management, flight rules, procedures, methodology, and standards.
• Knowledge of national and international groups addressing aviation issues, with analytical skills to make timely and accurate decisions, meet deadlines, present ideas, and gain cooperation.
• Ability to plan, organize, oversee, and evaluate complex functions of supporting organizations.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including interpersonal and communication skills for Headquarters Air Force staffing and coordination processes.

Nice To Haves

• Previously acquired and valid DoW- or FAA-issued Air Traffic Control Specialist certification.
• A bachelor’s degree, preferably in aviation management, or specialized technical training supplemented by several years of experience working on global air traffic service issues.

Responsibilities

• Support the DoW PBFA Chairman, Executive Director, Secretariat Lead, subgroup leads, and senior executive principal members in carrying out responsibilities under DoW Directive 5030.19, DoW Responsibilities on Federal Aviation.
• Provide technical advice and recommendations to the DoW PBFA and Military Services regarding FAA regulations, orders, and policies, as well as International Civil Aviation Organization standards.
• Monitor current and proposed Federal and State legislation, Executive Orders, and other Congressional or Executive actions concerning UAS and CNS/ATM integration programs and modernization, and evaluate their actual or potential impact on DoW operations worldwide.
• Provide Headquarters Air Force functional expertise and oversight on matters concerning UAS integration into the U.S. National Airspace System.

Benefits

• A comprehensive federal employee benefits package is available to employees and their families; specific benefits depend on the position and eligibility.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed