Sr. Operational Support Facility Specialist

Sr. Operational Support Facility Specialist:

ATEC is looking for an ex-Air Traffic Controller or Technical Specialist to join our Pacific OSF team that supports the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). OSFs are responsible for managing and maintaining the operational capabilities of air traffic control facilities, ensuring they meet the necessary standards and requirements for effective air traffic management. We are looking for an experienced individual to work independently, with little to no supervision. This individual will/may:

• Provide 2nd Level Engineering support.
• Perform assignments on a broad range of tasks associated with the implementation of standards techniques, procedures, and criteria as they apply to technical tasks.
• Develop new technology, modify the structure of existing products, and provide technical guidance to complex projects.
• Require knowledge of both state-of-the-art and aging technologies that comprise the FAA's National Airspace System (NAS) and the products from emerging NAS modernization programs.
• Interface with specialists from other backgrounds such as hardware, software, logistic support, and testing to produce fully integrated and responsive components and systems.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS and PREFERRED SKILLS:

• NAS work experience; including but not limited to Air Traffic Control (ATC) experience.
• Southeast OSF Point of Contact for ASRC Federal - Participation in Team Selection, Employee assessments and Corporate Communication with other POC's.
• Technical Support Specialist for Air Traffic Control Systems.
• Responsible for STARS and other terminal based adaptations.
• Provide remote and on-site support for multiple FAA Air Traffic Control sites in maintenance and troubleshooting STARS adaptations.
• Screen, recreate and analyze field reported problems and submit Program Technical Reports to the STARS Central Support Complex.
• Distribute system software upgrade releases and adaptation updates to operational STARS sites.
• Participate on STARS IOC implementations as assigned.
• Provide quality control testing for NAS adaptation deliveries.
• Insure that MSAW and CA adaptation complies with national standards and guidelines.
• Implement FAA policies, technical procedures and standards for preserving the integrity and security of data, reports and access.

EDUCATION/YEARS of EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Air Traffic Control Specialist:

• High School Diploma or equivalent education level.
• Minimum of twenty-five (25 years of National Air Space (NAS) related experience with a minimum of twenty (20) years as a Certified Professional Air Traffic Controller (CPC) in a civilian or military En Route, Oceanic, or Terminal Air Traffic Control facility.

Technical Specialist:

• High School Diploma or equivalent education level.
• Minimum of twenty-five (25 years of related experience including at least fifteen (15) years of NAS experience.
  • An Associate's Degree in a related field will be accepted in lieu of two (2) years of experience.
  • A Bachelor's Degree in a related field will be accepted in lieu of four (4) years of experience.

SECURITY REQUIREMENTS:

• US Citizenship or documented proof of eligibility to work in the US
• Applicants selected will be subject to a government investigation
• Has been living in the US for at least the past 3 years

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Southern California TRACON (SCT) in San Diego, CA or the Northern California TRACON (NCT) in Mather, CA
• Full-time position with a standard flexible work schedule and occasional non-standard work hours.
• Occasional travel (less than 20%).
• Cubicle environment.

PAY RANGE:

• $95,000 - $133,000 (based on experience)

BENEFITS:

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid time off
• Referral Bonuses
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount program