General Engineer (Lead Engineer)

About the role

The Lead Engineer (LE) is responsible for the implementation of highly complex and challenging projects comprised of multiple sub-projects and/or large national programs which require application of in-depth engineering knowledge and independent judgement and the ability to coordinate difficult and/or critical activities.

What you will do

• Applies experience and comprehensive knowledge of engineering principles, theories, and concepts applicable to his/her discipline, as well as an understanding of new technologies and methodologies to solve complex problems and to develop improved technical processes for the organization.
• Assignments typically involves engineer to have knowledge of NAS Facilities, Facilities and Equipment Programs, and FAA organizations.
• Represents assigned Center on matters requiring technical interpretation and guidance, as the senior technical point of contact.
• He/she serves as the senior engineer for assigned project/programs to all stakeholders including management, other employees and external parties.
• Plans, coordinates and reviews engineering work of the installation activities.
• Prioritizes and outlines work.
• Provides advice to solve technical problems.
• Reviews work of other engineers for technical accuracy and adequacy.
• Assists Center personnel with resolving all, but unique, engineering problems and may create new solutions and policy interpretations, as the situation requires.
• Provides constructive feedback and persuasion on project/ program matters using effective interpersonal skills and abilities.
• He/she organizes, coordinates and mentors the efforts of project engineers supporting the program.
• Leads the development of standardized implementation plans, processes, templates, and activities within assigned Engineering Center and/or program area.
• Works as a team with other Leads to deliver a consistent and efficient implementation produce across the Service Area.
• Serves as the focal for gathering and integrating feedback into downstream sites and coordinating feedback with other Leads in the Service Area.
• Maintains consistency with applicable standards, procedures, and implementation methodologies.
• Ensures project/program schedules are compatible with organizational objectives, support project/program needs; and can be accomplished within available resources and funding.
• Oversees and monitors project interdependencies by assessing the impacts to projects/programs due to new requirements, technologies, budget constraints, or changes.
• Prepares cost estimates and risk management reports for work at the assigned area of responsibility.
• Plans, coordinates, identifies resources, schedules, and tracks large-scale and/or multi-site engineering projects through completion.
• Prepares cost estimates and risk management reports for work at the assigned area of responsibility.
• The work is reviewed rarely, typically through status reports and at project completion to ensure technical compliance and alignment with the requirements of the project or other work activity.

Requirements

• We are not accepting applications from noncitizens.

Education

This position has a positive education requirement: Applicants must submit a copy of their college or university transcripts(s) and certificates by the closing date of announcement to verify qualifications. If selected, an official transcript will be required prior to appointment.

You may upload these documents with your application in USAJOBS or fax it to fax number provided in the announcement (please include announcement number on each page).

Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.

Schools must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Accreditation may be verified at the following website: ***

Foreign education must be evaluated by a private professional organization specializing in interpretation of foreign education credentials or an accredited U.S. educational institution in terms of equivalence to a degree acquired at an American college or university. A copy of the evaluation results must be included, otherwise your foreign education will not be considered.

How you will be evaluated

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.

Documents you must provide

• Further consideration WILL NOT be given if you fail to submit the required documentation by closing date of this announcement.
• If you currently ARE NOT in an engineering position, you must submit a copy of your unofficial transcripts, PE license, EIT results, and/or foreign education accredited evaluation by the closing date of the announcement in order to demonstrate that you meet the positive education requirements for this position.
• Further consideration WILL NOT be given if you fail to submit the required documentation by closing date of this announcement.
• Supporting documentation must be uploaded.
• Please reference vacancy announcement number.
• You only need to submit those items required on the announcement.
• This position has a positive education requirement; college transcripts are required for ALL candidates newly appointed to the FAA in the 0800 (Engineering) series.
• College transcripts must be submitted from current FAA employees applying for internal vacancies if they have never held a position in the 0800 (Engineering) series with the FAA.
• College transcripts are not required from current FAA employees who are currently occupying an 0800 (Engineering) series.
• If selected, official transcripts are required prior to employment.
• If you are an FAA employee, you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement.
• You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application.
• If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.
• If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system ***

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.

Additional 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. *** FORM SF-50 SENT VIA EMAIL WILL NOT BE CONSIDERED Form SF-50 may be uploaded to your on-line application. Security Requirement: Moderate Risk (5).

This position requires completion and favorable adjudication of a background investigation prior to appointment, unless a waiver is obtained. Subject to a 5 year period reinvestigation. Interviews: If the Agency decides to interview any qualified employee on the selection list, then all on the list who are qualified must be interviewed.

If the selection list is shortened to a best qualified list through a comparative process, then the best qualified list shall be considered to be the selection list. Incomplete Applications: Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.

NATCA/Consolidated Collective Bargaining Unit (CBA): This position is covered by the FAA NATCA/Consolidated Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) Pay Plan. Additional information about compensation available on the following website: *** Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA