Engineering Technician (Coordinator)

Job Description:

The incumbent serves as the Technical Coordinator for assigned F&E Installation/Construction Center.

Duties

The incumbent serves as the Engineering Technician (Coordinator) for all ATCF project activities related to on-site installation/construction. Serves as principle technical specialist/expert and primary on-site focal providing project installation/construction expertise in the preparation of the Project Work Plan as well as OSHA construction safety. Plans, schedules, identifies required resources and coordinates execution of the installation/construction activities across multiple centers. Manages travel, hour, and material Work Orders.

Ensures field installations/construction reports are accurate, contain an appropriate level of detail, and are timely. Provides training, mentoring, guidance and advice to field (installation/construction) personnel on technical issues. Provides positive quality assurance controls during installation/construction activities, including minimizing JAI exceptions. Ensure that all facility work permits and risk assessments are properly completed when required. Ensures required parts/materials are ordered/shipped on schedule.

Identifies resources needed to perform assignments. Assignments are given in terms of priorities, overall objectives, and boundaries. Completed assignments are considered technically authoritative and are reviewed only for general compliance with organizational objectives. Organizes and assigns resources needed to accomplish large work activities within established schedules. Interprets and adapts technical manuals, manufacturers’ instructions, FAA policies and procedures. Work is reviewed for compliance with established policies and sound technical and programmatic judgment.

Performs work of broad scope and complexity, serves as a liaison between on-site technicians and management requiring minimal to no intervention of direct front line manager while keeping management advised of significant problem areas, concerns or unanticipated issues not initially addressed.

Applies advanced technical expertise and expert knowledge interpreting drawings, reviewing installation designs and specifications. Estimates, manages, and accounts for funding of assigned projects. Initiates, modifies, and assesses task orders/work/releases/contracts with Technical Support Services Contract (TSSC), – NAS (National Air Space) Integration Support Contract (NISC), and others in response to changes in scope, performance and cost. Interfaces with Logistics on contract award, contract modifications and materials acquisitions. Reviews and approves contractor submittal. Verifies project material, manages project logistics, purchases materials, determines and implements construction methods used in the install/construct/integrate of equipment and systems.

Acts as the primary liaison in regards to coordinating activities with stakeholders. Provides project status updates, attends project meetings, executes site surveys, and participates in Contractor Acceptance Inspection (CAIs) and Joint Acceptance Inspection (JAIs). Serves as COTR (Contracting Officer Technical Representative), overseeing work activities to ensure contract requirements and schedules dates are met. Coordinates between the Project Engineer and the CO (Contracting Officer) and other shareholders/agencies involved in the project. Contacts include internal and external organizations including but not limited to State and Federal Agencies, Defense (DOD), airport management, contractors, and utility companies to obtain information or resolve problems.

Is precise in actions taken, thoroughness, and in the execution of overall objectives achieved. Knowledgeable in areas outside of the SOP and understanding that the work may have direct impact on ATC and how to proceed accordingly.

Incumbent maintains technical competency on legacy systems as well as installs and integrates new systems. Uses appropriate technical documentation such as FAA Orders for guidance.

Performs other project related tasks as required/needed.

Job Requirements:

Requirements Conditions of Employment

US Citizenship is required.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
Supervisor Endorsement

Qualifications

To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-H or FG/GS-12. 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 examples include technical work: Experience with installation and modification of electronic equipment and mechanical systems. Equipment may include equipment related to radar systems, navigational aid equipment such as lighted and distance measuring equipment, communication systems such as radio/microwave communications

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.

Required Documents

Supervisor Endorsement. If your selection for this position would be considered a promotion, a supervisory statement endorsing your candidacy to Career Level IV is required by the closing date of this announcement. The endorsement must include the announcement number. Only supplemental documentation (Supervisory Endorsement, SF-50) will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded on or before the closing date of this announcement. All submitted documents should reference the announcement number.

If you are an FAA employee, you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement. You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application. If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.

If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https://eopf.opm.gov/dot/.

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.

Job Ident #: 831442900

Company Details

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20591 USA
www.faa.gov/jobs

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Job Info

Location

Anchorage, Alaska, United States

Type

Contractor

Salary Range

$101,368 - $157,106

Company Details

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20591 USA
www.faa.gov/jobs