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Public Notice for Engineering Technician (Direct Hire)

Federal Aviation Administration · Department of Transportation

Engineering Technical

Salary
$46,830–$82,976/year
Grade
F–G
Work location
Telework eligible · Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands; Pago Pago, American Samoa; Andersen Air Base, Guam +6 more
Schedule
Full-time
Posted
Feb 24, 2026
Apply by
Feb 23, 2027
Category
Engineering Technical

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Summary

Direct hiring authority for the 0802 series is being used to fill this position. Public Notices serve as a resume repository, and positions may or may not be filled from this announcement.

Duties

FV-F DUTIES: Performs basic but progressively more difficult assignments. Receives academic and on-the-job instruction in the fundamentals of the appropriate discipline. Acquires and applies basic technical knowledge and limited experience to accomplish assignments. Receives instruction in engineering, mechanical, electrical, or electronics fundamentals, Federal Aviation Regulations, and shop practices. Assists other employees during early developmental stages. As employee progresses in training and gains experience, he/she independently completes assignments of limited difficulty. Contributes to the organization as a team member for projects that may have direct and/or indirect impact on air traffic control operations. Work is completed using various general and specialized trade skills, including but not limited to: electrical, carpentry, metal & composite roofing, concrete, plumbing, welding, dry wall, chain-link & iron fencing, painting, masonry, Gasoline & Diesel mechanic, HVAC, heavy equipment maintenance, operations of heavy machinery and commercial vehicles. Expected to help senior technicians, develop cost estimates for various projects, gather technical data, evaluate/formulate safety procedures, and determine manpower requirements for assigned projects. FV-G DUTIES: Performs a variety of assignments associated with analyzing, installing, repairing, fabricating, or trouble-shooting electronic, electrical, and/or mechanical systems and components. Provides support of the systems engineering function to provide electrical power of quality, reliability, and availability that fully supports the operations requirements of the National Airspace System (NAS). Looked to for guidance on, and resolution of, complex problems associated with the continued operation of commissioned facilities and resolution of problems related to the introduction of new systems into the NAS. Follows machine tool electrical principles and interprets blueprints, schematics, flow charts, and mechanical drawings. Works with engineers in the design, development, modification, operation and evaluation of existing or proposed equipment or systems. Provides technical direction and serves as a project engineering technician on matters relating to in-service improvements; analysis, design, and implementation of system-wide hardware/firmware modifications; service life extension; failure analysis/support in response to NAS related problems beyond the assigned repair capability of the field; NAS configuration management; quality assurance; development and issuance of associated national technical directives and maintenance guidance; development and evaluation of operational readiness and/or supportability of new NAS systems for deployment; and technical support to new system acquisition efforts. May perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

We are not accepting applications from noncitizens.

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.

About this listing

Federal Aviation Administration has 197 open listings on the site: all telework eligible. This one is telework eligible, based in Saint Thomas, Virgin Islands and 8 other locations. See all Federal Aviation Administration listings, or read what fully remote and telework eligible mean.

Advertised pay is $46,830 to $82,976 a year.

This announcement is open for 364 days, from Feb 24, 2026 to Feb 23, 2027. Among currently open Engineering Technical postings at Federal Aviation Administration, the typical advertised window is about 14 days.

Who can apply: the public (U.S. citizens), plus veterans, military spouses and 3 other groups. The announcement's "This job is open to" section has the exact eligibility rules.

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