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Business Component: Federal Aviation Administration, Air Traffic Organization, Operations Planning Services, Operational Evolution Partnership Integration & Implementation Office, Integration Managers Group, AJP-A3

Sample of Duties: The successful candidate serves as a Computer Scientist in the Operational Evolution Partnership Office, Integration Managers Group, AJP-A3. Plans and coordinates activities required to develop and ex...
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Major Duties

The successful candidate serves as a Computer Scientist in the Operational Evolution Partnership Office, Integration Managers Group, AJP-A3. Plans and coordinates activities required to develop and execute the NextGen Automation strategy. Responsible for portfolio development activities that will include collaboration with multiple program offices located across the FAA to insure the integration of program efforts required to define and achieve NextGen automation goals. Detail elements of the portfolio will include initiatives in various stages of the NextGen lifecycle (concept development, research, demonstrations, investment analysis, system modernization, etc.) Facilitates program adjustments to support alignment and implementation of the NAS Enterprise Architecture roadmaps. Leads periodic NextGen performance assessments to document progress toward strategic plans. Assists in the identification of resource, technical and schedule gaps and facilitate timely resolution when such issues are identified. Provides guidance in the development of aviation concepts, automation systems, or technology development practices. Works closely with the Chief Systems Engineers to ensure that the elements in the NextGen portfolio are appropriately described to deliver NextGen functionality successfully and in a timely manner. Works with the ATO-P Research and Technology Development Organization and various program offices on defining and implementing the work required to develop and validate NextGen automation requirements. Represents the FAA on various working groups and committees and will be responsible for communicating the official agency message on many NextGen topics. Writes correspondence, memoranda, or other documents relevant to the NextGen automation strategies.

How to Apply

You must apply online to receive consideration for this vacancy. Your application must have a status of "Submitted" before 12:00 AM (midnight) CST on the Close Date for it to be accepted.


Required Documents:
You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.
If selected, official college or university transcript must be submitted.
Report of Separation from Active Duty (DD214) or other proof, upon request.
Notification of Personnel Action (SF50), upon request.


Contact Information:
Jan Edwards

Phone: 609-485-6613

Email: JAN.EDWARDS@FAA.GOV


Or write:
William J Hughes Technical Center
Human Resource Management Office
Employment Services Branch, ACT-14
Atlantic City International Airport, New Jersey 08405

US


What To Expect Next:
Candidates for FAA positions are evaluated using our Automated Staffing and Application Process (ASAP) system.
ASAP compares your skills and experience as described in your applicant questionnaire with the requirements of the position.
If you are found to be an eligible highly qualified candidate, you will be referred to the selecting official for further consideration.
(In some cases, individuals with priority for special consideration must be considered and selected before other candidates.)
Whether or not you are contacted for an interview depends upon the location of the position and the judgment of the selecting official.

You can check the status of your application by accessing ASAP and selecting the "Applications" tab.
Simply click on the "Submitted" link in the Status column to see whether a list has been sent to the selecting official and if you were included on the list.
You can return to your questionnaire at any time to review your answers, and until the announcement closes you can even change your application.

Important - If you make any change to your application, you must resubmit it.
If you change your questionnaire and do not resubmit it, you will not be considered for the position.