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NOTAMs => News => Topic started by: Wesley Miles on May 10, 2018, 08:51:20 AM
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Kansas City ARTCC is currently seeking applicants for the position of Facility Engineer.
Duties
The FE reports to the Air Traffic Manager and maintains technical/sector files for use with ATC client software.
- Attends periodic meetings as necessary.
- Maintains an active online presence within the ZKC ARTCC and on the VATSIM network.
- Advises ATM and senior ARTCC staff of technical issues.
- Creates, maintains and updates ZKC sector files, vATIS config files, alias files and POF files.
- Coordinates with ZKC and other ARTCC staff to mitigate and manage frequency and automation problems.
- Maintains approved facility Orders and LOAs, ensuring they are electronically available through the website.
- Develops and maintains LOA/SOP “cheat sheets” and related media.
- Frequently checks and responds to emails and contacts in a timely manner.
- Voting member of the Facility Advisory Board.
Requirements
The successful candidate must:
- Be a member in good standing
- Be a member of the ZKC ARTCC, or willing to transfer upon selection
- Hold a VATSIM Tower Controller (S2) rating or higher
- Be skilled with VATSIM ATC Client software and software involved in technical file creation/manipulation.
- Maintain active status by logging minimum number of hours in accordance with ARTCC policy
- Be able to work well in a team-oriented environment
Preferred Skills &Abilities
The successful candidate should:
- Possess a high degree of commitment and motivation
- Make every attempt to attend each scheduled event
Priority is given to candidates who:
- Possess experience and certification within the ZKC ARTCC
- Have previous Facility Engineer experience
- Have previous staff experience in a VATSIM ATC facility, or virtual airline
- Have experience with software programming
Application Instructions
Applications may be submitted to the Kansas City ARTCC Air Traffic Manager via email: ZKC-ATM[at]vatusa.net
Application must include:
- Full name, email address and VATSIM CID
- Resume or Letter of Application
Application deadline is May 24 2018 04:00Z.
What to Expect
This is an entry-level position. The workload is light, with moderate peaks after periodic AIRAC / Navigation / Procedure updates. All applications will go through an initial evaluation. Candidates who pass the evaluation will be contacted for a comprehensive interview. All candidates will be notified if/when a selection is made.