Aviation Safety Inspector (Air Carrier Operations)

Duties :  This position is located in the 121 Air Carrier Operations Branch (AFS-220), Air Transportation Division (AFS-200), Flight Standards Service. The incumbent serves as an air transportation system specialist in the 121 Air Carrier Operations Branch and is responsible for directing, planning, organizing, coordinating, developing, evaluating, and implementing regulations, standards, policies, and procedures relating to the certification, operations, inspection, and surveillance of air carriers operating in accordance with Part 121 of the regulations. The incumbent is responsible for the resolution of highly technical and complex issues affecting national and international operational policies and procedures. The incumbent will support the implementation of NextGen Technologies, including Automatic Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B), Performance Based Navigation (PBN), and Safety Management Systems (SMS) in Part 121 Operations. The incumbent may be required to participate in the headquarters Flight Program or rental program to maintain the most current knowledge and actual experience about the latest National Airspace procedures, flight operations, aircraft instrumentation and displays, and operating conditions in the National Airspace system. The incumbent is held accountable for the technical accuracy, proper coordination, and timeliness of completed staff work. Performs other duties as required.Minimum Qualifications :  Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal Aviation Regulations violations in the last 5 years; Valid State drivers license; Fluency in the English language; No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and High school diploma or equivalent. MEDICAL REQUIREMENTS: Applicants must be physically able to perform the duties of the Aviation Safety Inspector position in a safe and efficient manner, and must meet all of the following requirements: A. Have a good distant vision in each eye and be able to read (glasses and contact lenses permitted) printed materials the size of typewritten characters without strain; B. Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted); C. Not have any physical condition that would cause them to be a hazard to themselves or others or that would interfere with their ability to fly as passengers in a variety of aircraft. In addition, applicants for positions that require participation in the operation of aircraft must: Possess a valid second-class medical certificate in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations; and Pass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: *** RECENCY OF SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE IS WAIVED FOR CURRENT AND FORMER FAA EMPLOYEES IN THE 1825 SERIES*** To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FG-13 or FV-I in the Federal Service. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. This experience would include: At least 1 year of pilot experience in multi-engine aircraft of more than 12,500 pounds maximum certificated takeoff weight; Not more than 2 flying accidents during the last 5 years in which the applicants pilot error was involved; Professional flying skill as demonstrated in a simulator check to Airline Transport Pilot Standard; Minimum 100 flight hours during the last 3 years; Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument airplane rating; Possession of a valid second-class FAA medical certificate; and Minimum 1,500 total flight hours. Other Job Requirements : 1. Knowledge and skill in interpreting and developing written guidance, policies, and procedures defining aviation safety related programs related to Part 121 Commercial Operations. 2. Knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), FAA policies, standards, programs, and technical procedures as they relate to Flight Standards, with specific focus on part 121. 3. Knowledge and skill in applying Safety Risk Management (SRM) and Safety Management Systems (SMS) related to Part 121 Commercial Operations. 4. Knowledge and skill in developing and applying guidance on NextGen technologies, including Dependent Surveillance Broadcast (ADS-B) and Performance Based Navigation (PBN). YOU MUST APPLY ON-LINETO RECEIVE CONSIDERATION FOR THIS VACANCY. Click HERE to Apply Now Your application must have a status of "Submitted" before 12:00 AM (midnight) Central Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must have a status of "Submitted" each time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with register. Employment Information Veterans Preference Benefits Required Documents What To Expect Next More Information About This Job Key Requirements : * U.S. Citizen * This is a drug-testing designated position. * A one-year probationary period may be required. * Successful completion of a security investigation will be required. 1. Salary including 23.10% locality pay for the Wash, DC metro area is $88,017-$136,395. Salary including 18.55% locality pay for the Atlanta, GA area is $84,763-$131,353. 2. Permanent Change of Station expenses will be paid as a fixed rate of $27,000. 3. This is a core compensation position. This is a bargaining unit position. 4. Multiple positions may be filled using this announcement. 5. Failure to submit narrative responses to each KSA will disqualify an applicant from consideration. 6. You may be asked to verify information you have provided on your application for employment. 7. Selectee may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. 8. Travel: Inspectors are required to travel frequently and to occasionally work irregular duty hours. 9. Interview and Assessments: Applicants may be required to appear for an interview and/or other assessments to determine whether they possess the necessary competencies and personal qualities to successfully perform Aviation Safety Inspector duties. Candidates will be questioned about information on their application and will be required to show appropriate certificates, ratings, logbooks or other appropriate records of flight time. 10. Dept of Transportations Drug and Alcohol Testing Program: This position is covered by the Dept of Transportations Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to a pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. 11. You MUST apply online for this vacancy. Do not fax, email, or provide any supporting documents. For more information about this job, call James A. Davis at 202-267-8012 or email to james.a.davis@faa.gov. Servicing HR office: Human Resource Management Division, AHP-200 800 Independence Avenue, SW Room 706 Washington, DC 20591 (202) 267-8012 ------------ FAA is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify us. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on www.faa.gov/acror by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.

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Category:	Biotech/Pharmaceutical
	> Operations
Location:	Washington, DC
County:	District Of Columbia County
ZIP Code:	20001
Pay Rate:	Open
Job Terms:	full time
Company:	Federal Aviation Administration
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