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Engineers & ArchitectsNATCA initially represented only controllers, but over the years it has grown to encompass many other FAA employees, including Airway Facilities engineers and architects. On November 10, 1997, NATCA was certified as the exclusive representative for this bargaining unit comprised of 1,100 people. This group is fully integrated into the NATCA organization, and is participating in all committees and initiatives. A contract was signed with the agency on Jan. 30, 2001. What Do These Members Do? NATCA engineers and architects design new facilities, construct or remodel air traffic control facilities and replace aging National Airspace System equipment. They evaluate systems and provide technical support to fix problems with NAS equipment. In addition, they analyze radar and communications coverage, correct deficiencies in existing systems and propose changes and upgrades to the agency to secure funding. Engineers determine whether facilities will be replaced or upgraded, develop plans for improvements and implement upgrades, construction and installation projects. Engineers and architects are committed to ensuring the high performance operation of the vast network of sophisticated air traffic control, navigation, surveillance, communication and automation equipment which makes up the NAS, which is the busiest system in the world. Engineers and Architects Vice President Mike MacDonald leads this bargaining unit, which is further broken down into nine "locals" that have their own charters and customized constitutions. Similar to the controllers' locals, they structure themselves as they feel necessary. Each elects a local executive board consisting of a president, vice president, secretary and treasurer, but any of these positions may be combined if desired. Contact Persons Mike MacDonald Joe Yannone Larry Ihlen Scott Lueckert Tom Bayone Troy Swanberg Bob Aitken Curtis Howe PE Douglas Hintz George MacGee Andy Nahle |