The PMO provides program and acquisition management for the systems and capabilities that modernize and sustain the National Airspace System (NAS) to advance NAS programs from concept to operation while providing technical support for air traffic control automation and decision support systems.
Duties
This position is assigned to one of the following organizations within the PMO: Integrated Services and Analysis, AJM-1; Air Traffic Systems, AJM-2; Enterprise Services, AJM-3; and Surveillance Services Directorate, AJM-4.
The four (4) PMO directorates key functional areas are: (1) integrated resource management, engineering planning, analysis and integration, and program health management and acquisition support; (2) services that support decision making for traffic flow managers and services that go directly to pilots to improve safety and efficiency; (3) implementation and execution of the systems and I services that tie ground systems and aircraft together through communications, navigation, weather and aeronautical information and flight services in the NAS; and (4) support aircraft separation services provided by controllers to pilots with accurate and capable surveillance and automation.
The General Engineer performs a mixture of routine and multiple and varying engineering assignments under the limited direction of a manager, project/ program manager, team leader, or more experienced engineer. Acts as an individual contributor and/or member of a team. May perform some leadership functions for small projects/programs/teams. Assignments may include: design work; field inspections; reviewing contractor work; collecting and analyzing data; performs trend analyses; engineering testing; writing technical/management reports; and recommending improvements to the design or operation of systems, equipment, or processes.
Applies experience and detailed knowledge of engineering principles, theories and concepts to assist more experienced engineers in the design, development, and conduct of complex independent and inter-dependent engineering studies (i.e... feasibility, life-cycle costing, efficiency, risk analysis, cost benefit, and other engineering economics studies). Possesses knowledge of electronic, electrical, civil, hardware, software, mechanical, or systems to plan and accomplish assignments. Performs analyses of system designs, and assists more
experienced engineer in identifying and measuring resiliency vulnerabilities and impacts.
Applies Acquisition Management System (AMS) policies and processes to contribute or participate in all phases of procurement activities, which includes, analyzing specifications, reviewing bids, evaluating proposals, monitoring contractor performance, and coordinating with contractor to resolve issues. The employee may perform limited functions in serving as Contracting Officer Representative (COR).
Performs trend analyses to recommend improvements and aid in management decision-making. Uses design software, instruments or tools to analyze project designs and to recommend improvements to the design or operation of equipment and systems. Utilizes automated tools such as macros, pivot tables, advanced filtering, etc. to create graphics and charts for inclusion in presentations to senior officials.
Participates as a team member in planning, monitoring, and conducting special projects, studies, and initiatives. Conducts engineering testing analyses to assess the impacts of operational changes on infrastructure, equipment, and systems. Analyzes problems, identifies significant factors, gathers and interprets pertinent data, and applies established rules and procedures to recommend improvements to the design or operation of systems, equipment, or processes and to provide support in the development and implementation of solutions. recommend effective solutions. Researches and collects information/data to identify engineering issues, which could impact the project/program.
Contacts are primarily internal to the PMO with some contact with contractors, customers, and external organizations. Contacts are typically intended to share information, provide data and/or written analyses, and/or discuss the statuses of assignments.
Perform other duties as assigned.