Technical Operations (AJW) Airway Transportation Systems Specialist Employee Requested Reassignment

📍 FAA Tech Ops 2101 ERR Duty Locations Throughout the Nation · 🏛 Federal Aviation Administration · 💰 $46,366–$146,571 per year · 🎓 FV F–J · 🧭 Transportation Specialist (2101) · ⏳ Closes Sep 14, 2027 · 307 days left · 🗓 Posted Sep 15, 2026
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About this job

This announcement is for FAA permanent employees requesting an Employee Requested Reassignment (ERR) into a 2101 position in Technical Operations. This announcement will not be used for promotions.

Duties

The duties involve performing various duties associated with the systems, subsystems, and categories and equipment that support the operation of the National Airspace System (NAS). Responsibilities and duties include work in connection with one or more of the following systems: Communications, Navigation and Landing, Surveillance, Weather. Environmental Service, Automation, etc.

Qualifications

Applicants must possess experience in performing various duties associated with the systems, subsystems, and categories and equipment that support the operation of the National Airspace System (NAS). Group Coverage Standard for Administrative and Management Positions in conjunction with the Individual Occupational Requirements for DOT/FAA Airway Transportation Systems Specialist, FV-2101. QUALIFCATIONS AT THE FV-F LEVEL BASED ON WORK EXPERIENCE: Applicants must document 3 years of full time(40 hours per week) general work experience that provided a basic knowledge of the principles of electronics, mathematics, computers, aeronautics, or related areas, or an understanding, both theoretical and practical, of automated systems operation, integration, management, and maintenance. Experience may have been gained in occupations such as computer specialist, electronics technician, telecommunications specialist, engineer, or other work related to this position. Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their Work History. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be qualifying for this position Valid Driver's License is required. Group Coverage Standard for Administrative and Management Positions in conjunction with the Individual Occupational Requirements for DOT/FAA Airway Transportation Systems Specialist, FV-2101. QUALIFCATIONS AT THE FV-G LEVEL BASED ON WORK EXPERIENCE: : Applicants must document 1 year of specialized work experience, equivalent to at least the next lower level, that demonstrates an extensive knowledge of basic electricity and electronic theory; aptitude for solving mathematical problems (algebra, trigonometry); knowledge and ability to use tools, materials, and various types of specialized test equipment for the maintenance, troubleshooting and repairing electronic equipment/systems and experience in the technology, system interrelationships, and management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, and electronics systems. Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their Work History. Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be qualifying for this position. Qualifications for FV-H level: Experience that demonstrates an extensive knowledge of and experience in technology system interrelationships, and management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, and electronics systems. Generally, experience at the next lower level Pay Band G/Level II or FG/GS-10/11 or equivalent, meets the minimum qualifications for this position. Qualifications for FV-I level: Experience that demonstrates an extensive knowledge of and experience in technology system interrelationships, and management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, and electronics systems. Generally, experience at the next lower level Pay Band H/Level III or FG/GS-12 or equivalent, meets the minimum qualifications for this position. Qualifications for FV-J level: Experience that demonstrates an extensive knowledge of and experience in technology system interrelationships, and management of civilian or military automated aviation, navigation, and electronics systems. Generally, experience at the next lower level Pay Band I/Level IV or FG/GS-13 or equivalent, meets the minimum qualifications for this position.

Education

TO QUALIFY AT THE FV-F LEVEL BASED ON EDUCATION: Applicants must document a full 4-year course of study leading to a Bachelor's degree in one of these fields: computer science, mathematics, electronics, physical sciences, information management, engineering, telecommunications, or other fields related to this position, OR at least 24 semester hours in of these fields or in any combination of the following: computer science, mathematics, electronics, physical sciences, information management, engineering, telecommunications, or other fields related to this position. Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If qualifying based on education, applicants must submit a copy of the transcript which includes the name of the institution, quarter or semester hours earned and/or confer date. TO QUALIFY AT THE FV-G LEVEL BASED ON EDUCATION: Applicants must document one of the following:- 1) Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; OR 2) 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree; OR 3) LL.M.; if related. Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. If qualifying based on education, applicants must submit a copy of the transcript which includes the name of the institution, quarter or semester hours earned and/or confer date. Valid Driver¿s License is required. Education is not qualifying at the FV-H, FV-I, and FV-J grade levels for the 2101 series.

Requirements

We are not accepting applications from noncitizens.

Evaluations

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.

How to apply

Resumes are limited to two pages. Applicants may be required to complete one or multiple assessments as part of the evaluation process. This assessment aims to evaluate the competencies and qualifications essential for the position. You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted each time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration. Once your application is submitted, you may receive consideration for 15 months from the date of the submission of your application or until a new vacancy announcement is established, whichever comes first. To extend the period of eligibility for an additional 15 months, you must re-submit your application. Please note, each time that you re-submit your application to the vacancy announcement, it overwrites your original submission and extends consideration of your application for 15 months from the date of the most recent submission. Amendment Date: 10/02/2026 Amendment Note: Updating POC contact

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What to expect next

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.

Other 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 person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements 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. Interviews: If one qualified applicant is interviewed, then all qualified applicants must be interviewed. It is the responsibility of the applicant to maintain an accurate and/or updated ERR submission. Failure to correctly identify or update current position title, series, grade level, and facility/ organization of record, will result in ineligibility and the applicant will no longer receive further consideration. Individuals who previously applied to vacancy AGL-ERR-20-2101-63651 will have their Employee Requested Reassignment (ERR) retained for a period of 15 months from the original date of submission, in accordance with the PASS ATO Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA). If you submitted your ERR under the legacy bid (63651), there is no need to reapply to the current vacancy AGL-ERR-25-2101-96016, unless you wish to update or modify your ERR package. Please note that if you do choose to reapply to the current bid, the new submission date will override your original ERR date, and the 15-month retention period will begin from the new date of submission. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA

Frequently asked questions

How much does this Technical Operations (AJW) Airway Transportation Systems Specialist Employee Requested Reassignment job pay?

The announcement lists a salary of $46,366–$146,571 per year (FV F–J).

When is the last day to apply?

Applications close on Sep 14, 2027 — 307 days from today.

Where is this job located?

This position is located in FAA Tech Ops 2101 ERR Duty Locations Throughout the Nation with the Federal Aviation Administration.

How do I apply?

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