Summary Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. Responsibilities The primary purpose of this position is: To serve as Air Combat Command (ACC) and Air Force Global Strike Command (AFGSC) Terminal Instrument Procedures (TERPS) Cell Specialist. Serves as alternate Command focal point for all TERPS quality assurance issues at HQ and base locations. Reviews and makes recommendation on flight information and terminal instrument standards, policy, directives, and future technical/software development Participates in special projects, studies and initiatives Represents ACC and AFGSC with a variety of installation and functional area organizations Serves as alternate ACC and AFGSC TERPS data automation program manager Requirements Conditions of Employment Qualifications This position has duties and responsibilities which are consistent with parameters established by Executive Order. The Air Force has determined that the incumbent of this position will be subjected to random drug testing under provisions as outlined in the Air Force Civilian Drug Testing Plan (Tier One).. NOTE: The position has access to highly classified materials and is directly responsible for procedures which affect flight safety and possible loss of life. Five years of Terminal Instrument Procedures development experience; minimum three years of Terminal Instrument Procedures development experience at MAJCOM level; experience with non-DOD developed Terminal Instrument Procedures, and experience with Air Traffic Control and Landing Systems (ATCALS) Siting and Obstacle Evaluation is highly desirable. Completion of the FAA Basic RNAV (GPS) Procedure Development course (21626), the FAA Airspace and Procedures Course (50019), the FAA Obstruction Evaluation Airport/Airspace Analysis Course (12051); and Air Force NEPA (National Environmental Policy Act) Training is highly desirable. This is a Term position NTE 31 Dec 2026; the individual selected for this position may be extended without further competition. Current Federal civilian employees may apply for this position using "Reinstatement" eligibility and if selected, a break in service of at least 4 calendar days may be required prior to appointment to this position. 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, to include the Individual Occupational Requirements (IOR), Air Traffic Control Series 2152 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-11, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes military or civilian air traffic facility that demonstrated possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the level of work of the specialization for which application is made. This experience must have provided a comprehensive knowledge of appropriate air traffic control laws, rules, and regulations; knowledge of military, civil and international Terminal Instrument Procedures Specialist (TERPS) concepts, management concepts, management practices and operations requirements of civil engineering rules and regulations relating to airfield waivers, airfield construction, pavement deterioration and airfield markings/signs and identification; knowledge of Air Traffic Control procedures, laws, rules, and regulations, USAF Airfield Management, FAA Orders/ Advisory Circulars rules and regulations pertaining to development/revisions of instrument procedures; and knowledge of pertinent Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), FAA, DoD, Air Force, and International Civil Aeronautics Organization (ICAO) regulations, policies and precedents which affect the flight safety of air travel throughout the world in order to provide guidance and interpretation of their applications to unit TERP specialists. 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-11 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-12 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: Knowledge of military, civil and international TERPS concepts, management concepts and practices and operations requirements of civil engineering rules and regulations relating to airfield waivers, airfield construction, pavement deterioration and airfield markings/signs and identification. Knowledge and skills in applying analytic geometry and techniques to issues or studies concerning the efficiency and effectiveness of development/revision of instrument procedures and operational/performance characteristic of aircraft, navigational aids, radar, and weather. Knowledge of Air Traffic Control procedures, laws rules, and regulations, USAF Airfield Management, FAA Orders/Advisory Circulars rules and regulations pertaining to development/revisions of instrument procedures. Knowledge of and ability to use Air Force Global Procedure Designer (GPD) automation software. Knowledge of TERPS data automation software and the ability to evaluate replacement options. Ability to communicate effectively, both oral and in writing. Ability and experience to staff procedures for coordination and obtain acceptance of proposals. Ability to recommend operating budget proposals to support equipment, travel, and training for ACC TERP specialists. 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. Education Additional Information Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on how to apply as an ICTAP eligible click here. To be well-qualified and exercise selection priority for this vacancy, displaced Federal employees must be rated well qualified or above for this position. You must submit a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting position, grade level, and duty location. Employed Annuitants (Reemployed Annuitants): Applicants in receipt of an annuity based on civilian employment in the Federal Service are subject to the DoD Policy on The Employment of Annuitants. Click here for more information. Current Federal Civilian employees may apply for temporary and term positions and if selected, a break in service may be required prior to appointment to the position. Temporary and Term Appointments: If you are selected for a temporary or term position in the competitive service, your appointment may be extended to the maximum period allowed by law without further competition. 120-Day Register: This announcement may result in a 120-day register that may be used to fill like vacancies for 120 days after the closing date. Applicants may be referred for consideration as vacancies occur. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible: MSP applicants, if determined best qualified, must be selected and placed at the highest grade for which they applied. You must include a completed copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility for MSP. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the DD Form 3145-4, Military Spouse PPP Self-Certification Checklist. Priority Placement Program (PPP) Applicant Eligible: PPP Applicants, if determined well qualified and selected, will be placed at the at the full performance level. You must include the applicable completed copy of the PPP Self-Certification Checklist dated within 30 days along with the documents identified on the checklist to verify your eligibility as a PPP Applicant. Click here to obtain/download a copy of the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist (DD3145-1 through DD3145-4, select the appropriate checklist for your claimed preference). To determine the applicable PPP Self-Certification Checklist required to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming, refer to the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide located in the Required Documents section of this vacancy announcement. Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit. 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