AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST (TERMINAL)

Summary

This AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST (TERMINAL) is located at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Air Traffic Control Tower at Moffett Field, California and is part of the CA 129 RQW.

Duties

• THIS IS A T5 EXCEPTED SERVICE, PERMANENT POSITION The primary purpose of the AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST (TERMINAL), GS-2152-11, is to perform Air Traffic control duties at the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) Air Traffic Control Tower at Moffett Field, California. Obtains and maintains a comprehensive knowledge of airspace, adjacent airway and route structure, operating agreements with other facilities, airport layout, geographic area including significant terrain and other features, location of navigational aids and flight information publications. Maintains various records concerning terminal operations. Issues control instructions to provide safe and organized flow of ground aircraft traffic and ensures safe separation of airborne traffic within delegated airspace. Relays VFR/IFR departure times to Operations, Flight Service or Approach Control as required. Relays clearances and control instructions between tower and radar and adjacent air traffic control. Receives, posts, and relays flight data to local, ground, and clearance delivery. Directs, sequences, and separates arriving, overflying, and departing Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) and Visual Flight Rules (VFR) aircraft operating within assigned airspace. Safeguards and facilitates operation of aircraft operating in the congested airspace. The position resides within the infrastructure and support functions of the state National Guard; the incumbent is not subject to mobilization, nor is the work described part of the military mission; and the incumbent does not perform a key advisory or essential administrative role that is inherently military. In addition, the position must meet one of the following: It does not have a comparable military function; the position is required in full-time (civilian) role when the organization, or similar military position, is mobilized to perform continuing post-mobilization functions; or the position requires a skill or competency that necessitates technical expertise or professional qualifications that cannot be readily found in the military structure of the state military force. May make additional selections within 90 days of eligible(s) issuance.

Qualifications

AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST (TERMINAL), GS-2152-11: Must have at least one year of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-09 level, or equivalent pay band in other pay systems in the Federal government. This experience may also have been obtained in the private sector, but must demonstrate that it is comparable to the GS grade indicated. Specialized experience may have been demonstrated by performing duties such as: Issuing control instructions and advice to pilots in the vicinity of airports to assure proper separation of aircraft and to expedite their safe and efficient movement; Ability to act decisively under stressful situations and to maintain alertness over sustained periods of pressure; Skill to coordinate plans and actions with pilots and other controllers; and Judgment to select and take the safest and most effective course of action. Must have a valid Air Traffic Control Specialist Certificate (pink card) and a Control Tower (CTO) Certificate. Air Traffic Safety Oversight (AOV) credentials will be accepted in place of a CTO. Your resume must have complete information: Please ensure your resume accurately reflects the duties and responsibilities under each position you have held with each employer. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. It is your responsibility to make sure your resume states complete information for each job entry (beginning and ending dates of employment stated as MM/YYYY; and total hours worked per week). If your resume does not provide enough information regarding your work history for us to make a creditable qualification determination, your application package may be rendered disqualified and you will no longer be considered for this position. Part-time or unpaid experience: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid work on the same basis as for paid experience. Part-time experience will be credited on the basis of time actually spent in appropriate activities. To receive credit for such experience you must indicate clearly the nature of the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the number of hours per week spent in such employment. Qualifications must be met by the closing date: You must meet all qualification and eligibility requirements by 09/10/2026

Requirements

Recruitment/Relocation Recruitment/Relocation Incentive IS NOT authorized. PCS Relocation Costs IS NOT authorized based on determination that Permanent Change of Station (PCS) move is not in the Government best interest. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. May be required to successfully complete a one or two year trial period. U.S. citizenship is required. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. Must maintain proper security clearance. Incumbent is subject to random drug testing. Must be able to achieve full performance level ATC certification within the time specified in the training program. Under the provisions of 5 U.S.C. 3307, a maximum entry age has been established for Terminal and Center positions. Must possess a current and valid FAA class II medical certificate prior to appointment. Must achieve certification in the Supplemental Aviation Weather Reporting Station (SAWRS) program The maximum entry age for original entry into an identified ATC position is 36. An individual not appointed by the last day of the month in which the individual becomes age 36 will not be appointed or assigned to an ATC position. Individuals past the maximum entry age limit of 36 but who previously served in covered positions may be reinstated to a covered position only if they: Meet the qualification requirements for the position. Have received ATC Specialist Certification according to Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) standards. Have been qualified and facility-certified in a DoD or FAA ATC Facility. Will be able to complete a total of 20 years of covered service as an ATC by the last day of the month in which you become age 56.

Education

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How to apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above. A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. No changes to the application may be made after the close date of the announcement. To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application. Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process. After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process. You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.