Airspace Management Specialist

• Serves as primary focal point between 58 SOW and AETC AFMC AFSOC 19AF 377 ABW Air Force Research Laboratory 49th Wing 27 SO) 56 FW 150 SOW Albuquerque Aircraft Regional Traffic Control Center and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) on matters pertaining to Airspace and air traffic control.
• Initiates develops and presents 58 SOW positions at Airspace meetings public hearings conferences and workshops with the FAA other MAJ CO MS and services foreign allies state and federal agencies air carriers general aviation and other civilian interest groups.
• Provides counsel and maintains staff surveillance over the 58 SOW in matters pertaining to air traffic control Airspace requirements and utilization and the design and formulation of special use Airspace air traffic control assigned Airspace low altitude training routes helicopter landing zones drop zones and air refueling tracks.
• Responds to local noise complaints through coordination with subordinate units 58 SOW and 377th Air Base Wing public affairs and civilian agencies to eliminate conflict with minimum impact on 58 SOW operations.
• Analyzes subordinate unit Airspace requirements and resolves Airspace conflicts through coordination with appropriate federal state and local agencies.

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service see
• Must be able to obtain and maintain Secret security clearance
• If authorized PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements may be found at: position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Required to operate a government motor vehicle and must be able to obtain and maintain a valid state drivers license
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft
• Rated aviator experience (e.g. pilot navigator) is highly desirable to the successful completion of the work
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the supervisor to include special projects
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing. (contd)
• (contd) Illegal drug use by employees in sensitive positions presents a clear threat to the mission of the Air Force national security and public safety.

In order to qualify you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions Administrative and Management Positions Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series 0301

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09 or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes knowledge and skill in applying analytical and evaluative methods and techniques to Airspace Management issues or problems concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of the Airspace Management program toward development and/or improvement of Airspace configurations routings air traffic density etc. Must be articulate in Airspace management objectives as well as the missions and goals of the 58 SOW and the processes by which these events occur; Knowledge of pertinent laws regulations policies and precedents that affect the use of program and related Airspace Air traffic Control management resources (e. g. people money equipment training); Knowledge of military command structure Aircrew/Flying training missions programs and organizational relationships and program goals and objectives of Airspace Management the sequence and timing of key events and milestones and methods of evaluating the effectiveness of the program; Knowledge of the major issues program goals and objectives work processes and administrative operations of the organization to plan and implement airspace utilization.

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EDUCATION: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree which demonstrates the knowledge skills and abilities necessary to do the work of the position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.
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LL.M. if related. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.

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COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. NOTE: You must submit a copy of transcripts.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge skills abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:
1. Knowledge of International Civil Aviation Organization Federal Aviation Regulations and military regulations regarding Airspace and Airspace issues.
2. Knowledge of navigational aids flight data and Notice to Airmen (NOTAMs) system.
3. Knowledge of rotary wing or fixed wing tactical and non-tactical operations.
4. Knowledge of communication techniques principles and regulations in order to communicate effectively both orally and in writing in response to work related problems and questions.
5. Knowledge of environmental impact analysis process.
6. Skill in reading aviation and topographic maps and charts. Skill and ability to use personal computers and associated equipment - does not require a qualified typist.

PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.

VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e. Peace Corps AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g. professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience including volunteer experience.