Aerospace Engineering Technician

Summary

Serves as an Aerospace Engineering Technician (Traveler) in the Line Maintenance Subteam, contributing on large work activities, or as a team leader for single or small work activities. May provide formal instruction to other technicians. Performs highly specialized technical work associated with analyzing, designing, developing, installing, repairing, fabricating, maintaining, modifying, or evaluating the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible.

This job is open to

• The public
  
  U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• Individuals with disabilities
• Military spouses
• Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista
• Veterans

Clarification from the agency

Also open to those eligible for 30% or More Disabled and PWD/PWTD. VRA is not eligible for positions above FG-11 grade level.

This job is also open in another announcement to:

• Federal employees - Competitive service
• Federal employees - Excepted service
• Veterans

This job is also open in another announcement to:

• Federal employees - Competitive service
• Federal employees - Excepted service
• Veterans

Duties

Technician serves as an independent contributor and contributing specialist on large projects and plans and organizes work to accomplish organizational objectives. Incumbent is responsible for troubleshooting and analyzing aircraft problems on the agency's highly complex aircraft that supports the worldwide National Airspace System (NAS).

Performs highly technical work associated with analyzing, designing, developing, installing, repairing, fabricating, maintaining, modifying, or evaluating the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible. Troubleshoots and repairs highly complex mechanical, structural and electrical systems to correct malfunctions reported by pilots, flight inspection mission and perform tests and/or minor adjustments on the aircraft to ensure continuance of the mission. Applies broad experience and advanced technical knowledge of assigned disciplines and specialties.

Understands how assigned systems, components, and disciplines are integrated with other systems, components and disciplines. Assists the structural and the flight inspection engineering teams with the development of prototypes, production drawings, and specifications for use in the fabrication, installation, modifications, and testing of complex mechanical, electrical and flight inspection systems and fleet installations. Incumbent must possess advanced technical experience with General Electric (GE) CF34 engines, Proline 4 and/or Proline 21 experience. This position requires a current FAA Airframe and Powerplant Certificate in accordance with 14 CFR 65.83.

Applies broad experience and advanced technical knowledge of regulatory guidelines and the Aircraft Maintenance Directorate policies, practices, and procedures to diagnose equipment and resolve performance discrepancies on the multi-system Flight Program Operations platforms. Estimates and reports on expected time of work completion and maintains records of work accomplishments and time expended. Interprets complex diagrams, engineering specifications, manufacture's manual.

Uses knowledge of mechanical and electrical theory and in engineering functions (e.g. design, development, evaluation, testing, installation and maintenance of mechanical and electrical equipment) and the system capabilities, limitations, and operations, design characteristics, and fictional use of a variety of types of models of electronic equipment and systems for flight inspection of the National Airspace System. Work is vital to the success of activities and projects critical to the safe and continual operation of the NAS, FAA aircraft, and/or FAA academic programs.

Provides general and technical direction to one or more equal graded or lower graded technicians. Provides necessary on-the-job (OJT) training and guidance. May develop guidelines for the use of other technicians and may be assigned to critique other technicians to assure their work meets specifications. Accompanies aircraft on flight test, when required, to evaluate the mechanical, electrical and/or flight inspection system's performance and perform minor maintenance functions while airborne.

May be required to work rotating shifts to include nights, days and/or weekends, and work in other components of the organization or geographic locations. May be physically required to perform heavy lifting and carrying 45 pounds or more, pulling hand over hand, pushing, reaching above shoulders, walking, standing, crawling, and kneeling for extensive periods of time. The employee must at all times observe the highest health and safety standards. Must be alert to the hazards of working in close proximity of live aircraft.

Frequent domestic and international travel in support of the FAA Flight Program aircraft is required. May serve as a passenger on FAA Flight Program aircraft, and may be required to possess a third (3rd) class medical certificate.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
• Successful completion of a security investigation may be required.
• One year probationary period may be required.
• Applicant must possess an FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate.
• Travel up to 75% may be required.
• A physical may be required.
• Please review Required Documents & Additional Information.

Qualifications

To qualify for this FV-H (FG/GS-12) position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-G (FG/GS-10/11) level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE includes experience utilizing technical expertise to determine the airworthiness of highly modified aviation platforms; experience utilizing diagnostic equipment; experience troubleshooting aircraft problems involving mechanical, electronic, and/or avionics components etc.

In addition to the minimum qualifications, the following has been determined to be a selective factor for this position. This means possession of this criterion is part of the minimum qualifications and is essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Applicants who do not possess this criterion are ineligible for further consideration.

SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR (SPF): Must possess an Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate. A copy of your A&P certificate (front and back) must be uploaded to receive consideration for this position.

ALSO

QUALITY RANKING FACTOR (QRF): Well-qualified applicants will possess and document experience with General Electric (GE) CF34 Engines, Proline 4 and/or Praline 21 experience .

Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

Education

See qualifications required.

Information Regarding KSA's:

As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.

In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs), in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the KSAs and Other Factors listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.

Preview Job Questionnaire

Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.

Additional information

We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.

The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family.

This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.

NOTES:

1. Applicants must apply online to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted.
2. Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.
3. Some, none or all applicants may be interviewed.
4. Positions to be filled at the H band level, within AJF-2218, located in Oklahoma City, OK.
5. Applicants must upload their Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate (front and back) or email to 9-AMC-AHF-S210@faa.gov by the closing date of the announcement.
6. This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available at the following website: Pay & Benefits | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov).
7. To confirm receipt of emailed documents contact Jeff Westlake at Jeffrey.K.Westlake@faa.gov.
8. Additional information regarding living in Oklahoma can be found at https://www.abetterlifeokc.com.

Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA

• Benefits
  
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  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

How You Will Be Evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.

• Benefits
  
  A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.
  
  Review our benefits
  
  Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
• Required Documents
  
  As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.
  
  DD Form 214 as indicated below or supplemental documentation, e.g. certifications, etc. will be accepted in combination with your on-line application and must be uploaded or emailed to 9-AHF-S210@faa.gov on or before the closing date of this announcement. All submitted documents should reference the announcement number.
  
  If requesting consideration for Persons with Disabilities, you must provide a Schedule A Letter that:
  
  - Is documented on official stationery/letterhead with an official signature.
  
  - Clearly states you are eligible for appointment under hiring authority or Schedule A appointment authority, outlined in 5 CFR Section 213.3102 (u).
  
  - Must indicate the individual is a person with an intellectual, severe physical, or psychiatric disability.
  
  Applicants must upload their FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate at the time of application for consideration (front and back).
  
  30% or more Disabled Veteran, see below.
  
  All Veterans: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions. If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
  
  If you are claiming 10 point preference but fail to submit the supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be tentatively assessed as a 5 point preference eligible provided your DD Form 214 reflects that you have the service required to qualify for preference. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.
  
  Veterans currently on active duty claiming veterans' preference: You will be granted tentative preference if you submit a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions and your application shows that you have the required service. Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office a DD Form 214 documenting discharge/release and showing that the service was honorable or general. If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.
  
  If you want consideration for one or more of the Special Hiring Authorities, documentation that must be submitted at time of application can be found at Direct Hiring Authorities | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov).
  
  Forms:
  • SF-15 : Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference
  
  
  
  If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:
  
  Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
  schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
  
  Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
• How to Apply
  
  You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.
  
  IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.
  
  We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes.
  
  Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
  
  • Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)
  • Duties (be specific in describing your duties)
  • Employer's name and address
  • Supervisor name and phone number
  • Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
  • Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
  • Salary
  
  Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.
  
  You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies. Please see this guide, Document Upload Guide, for more information on uploading and re-using the documents in your applications.
  
  Agency contact information
  
  Jeff Westlake
  
  Phone
  
  1 (405) 954-7947
  
  Email
  
  jeffrey.k.westlake@faa.gov
  
  Address
  
  Federal Aviation Administration
  
  AAC Regional HR Services Branch
  
  6500 S. Macarthur Blvd, HQ Room 155
  
  AHF-S210
  
  Oklahoma City, OK 73169
  
  US
  
  Next steps
  
  Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
  
  For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.
  
  Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.
  
  All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.
• Fair and Transparent
  
  The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
  
  
  • Criminal history inquiries
  • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
  • Financial suitability
  • New employee probationary period
  • Privacy Act
  • Reasonable accommodation policy
  • Selective Service
  • Signature and false statements
  • Social security number request

Required Documents

DD Form 214 as indicated below or supplemental documentation, e.g. certifications, etc. will be accepted in combination with your on-line application and must be uploaded or emailed to 9-AHF-S210@faa.gov on or before the closing date of this announcement. All submitted documents should reference the announcement number.

If requesting consideration for Persons with Disabilities, you must provide a Schedule A Letter that:

- Is documented on official stationery/letterhead with an official signature.

- Clearly states you are eligible for appointment under hiring authority or Schedule A appointment authority, outlined in 5 CFR Section 213.3102 (u).

- Must indicate the individual is a person with an intellectual, severe physical, or psychiatric disability.

Applicants must upload their FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) Certificate at the time of application for consideration (front and back).

30% or more Disabled Veteran, see below.

All Veterans: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions. If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.

If you are claiming 10 point preference but fail to submit the supporting documents outlined on the SF-15, you will be tentatively assessed as a 5 point preference eligible provided your DD Form 214 reflects that you have the service required to qualify for preference. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.

Veterans currently on active duty claiming veterans' preference: You will be granted tentative preference if you submit a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions and your application shows that you have the required service. Prior to being appointed, you must provide to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office a DD Form 214 documenting discharge/release and showing that the service was honorable or general. If you are on terminal leave, you must provide documentation certifying authorized terminal leave.

If you want consideration for one or more of the Special Hiring Authorities, documentation that must be submitted at time of application can be found at Direct Hiring Authorities | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov).

Forms:

• SF-15 : Application for 10-Point Veteran Preference

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from
schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

How to Apply

You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.

IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.

We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes.

Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:

• Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)
• Duties (be specific in describing your duties)
• Employer's name and address
• Supervisor name and phone number
• Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008)
• Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week)
• Salary

Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.

You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies. Please see this guide, Document Upload Guide, for more information on uploading and re-using the documents in your applications.

Agency contact information

Jeff Westlake

Phone

1 (405) 954-7947

Email

jeffrey.k.westlake@faa.gov

Address

Federal Aviation Administration

AAC Regional HR Services Branch

6500 S. Macarthur Blvd, HQ Room 155

AHF-S210

Oklahoma City, OK 73169

US

Next steps

Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.

Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.

All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.

Fair & Transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

• Criminal history inquiries
• Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
• Financial suitability
• New employee probationary period
• Privacy Act
• Reasonable accommodation policy
• Selective Service
• Signature and false statements
• Social security number request