Direct Hire - Aviation Safety Inspector (General Aviation Operations)

SUMMARY

Join the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as a General Aviation Operations Inspector. The FAA is a work environment rich in opportunity, teamwork, and work life balance. Benefits such as weekends off, paid holidays, steady work hours, sick/annual leave, health insurance, and more. Begin a rewarding career with the FAA and be a part of a select group of individuals whose mission is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world.

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THIS JOB IS OPEN TO

THE PUBLIC

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

VETERANS

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES

Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.

SPECIAL AUTHORITIES

Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed in another hiring path.

CLARIFICATION FROM THE AGENCY

Open to all US Citizens

DUTIES

A Recruitment Incentive of $25,000 may be offered to applicants with a signed three-year FAA Recruitment Incentive Service Agreement. Locations must be considered hard to fill and not all locations are eligible. You will be notified of eligibility in your offer letter.

Aviation Safety Inspectors in this specialty (General Aviation Operations) apply knowledge and skills typically acquired as airmen (pilots, navigators, flight instructors, etc.) to develop and administer regulations and safety standards pertaining to the operation of aircraft.

Candidate must complete an extensive training program to include formal and on-the-job training up to and possibly 24 months regardless of grade level.

Duties at the FG-12 grade level include but are not limited to the following:

* Examining airmen for initial certification and continuing competence;
* Evaluating airmen training programs, equipment and facilities; and
* Evaluating the operational aspect of programs of air carriers and similar commercial and aviation operations for adequacy of facilities, equipment, procedures and overall management to ensure safe operation of the aircraft.

Duties at the FG-11 grade level include but are not limited to the following:

* Assisting in enforcement investigations and preparation of final reports and recommendations on disposition; and
* Providing assistance in the evaluation of air carriers, air agencies air operators.

Duties at the FG-9 grade level are closely supervised and include but are not limited to the following:

* Assisting in evaluating training programs to ensure that they meet the requirements of the FARs under close supervision; and
* Assisting in the re-examination of certificated airmen or recertification of an operator or agency.

Aviation Safety Inspectors (General Aviation Operations) may perform a variety of other inspections, investigations, and advisory duties; however, the primary requirement for positions in this specialization is knowledge and skill in the operation of aircraft.

Candidate will be required to participate in the flight program as an aircrew member and, as such, must meet the medical and flight currency requirements as set forth in agency orders governing the operation of aircraft.

Inspectors are required to travel frequently and to occasionally work irregular duty hours.

REQUIREMENTS

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

* US Citizenship is required.
* Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
* Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
* Resume should include FAR part numbers and aircraft for which you have experience.

QUALIFICATIONS

OPM Qualifications Standard for Aviation Safety Series, FG-**** MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

* (A) Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal Aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years;
* (B) Valid State driver`s license;
* (C) Fluency in the English language;
* (D) No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and
* (E) High school diploma or equivalent.

Aviation Safety Inspector positions have job-related medical requirements. When applicable, applicants MUST meet job-related medical requirements which will be assessed and validated during the pre-employment process.

Medical Requirements: Applicants must be physically able to perform the duties of the Aviation Safety Inspector position in a safe and efficient manner, with or without a reasonable accommodation. The minimum medical requirements include the following requirements:

1. Have good distant vision in each eye and be able to read, without strain, printed materials the size of typewritten characters (glasses and contact lenses permitted);

2. Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted); and

3. Not have any physical condition that would cause them to be a hazard to themselves or others 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 the aircraft must:

1. Possess a valid second ¿ class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations; and

2. Pass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level at the FG-7, FG-9, FG-11, or FG-12 level.

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.

Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history. In addition, applicants MUST meet all of the following:

* (A) Valid, unexpired Flight Instructor Certificate with single and multi-engine airplane and instrument airplane ratings. The applicant must have given a minimum of 200 hours of flight instruction in an aircraft;
* (B) Professional flying skill as demonstrated in a flight check to Commercial Pilot Certificate with an instrument rating;
* (C) Possession of Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument airplane rating;
* (D) Minimum of 100 flight hours within the last 3 years;
* (E) Minimum of 1,500 total flight hours;
* (F) Possession of single and multi-engine land airplane ratings; and
* (G) Not more than 2 flying accidents in the last 5 years in which the applicant's pilot error was involved.

Specialized experience at the FG-12 grade level involves a wide range of assignments or a few highly complex assignments, requiring planning and organization, setting priorities and working without clear or specific guidelines. Work at this level is typically reviewed only to assess the impact on overall organizational objectives, for example:

* Aircrew Program Designee for a Part 135 or 121 operator
* Director of Operations or Assistant Director of Operations for a Part 121 operator

Specialized experience at the FG-11 grade level involves a broad scope of responsibility, more variety, and less clear guidelines. Work at this level is typically subject to review to assure compliance with organized policies or regulations, and specific guidelines to ensure compliance with organizational policies or regulations, for example:

* Chief Pilot, Assistant Chief Pilot, or Domicile Chief Pilot for a Part 91, 91K, 125, 129, or 135 operator
* Chief Flight Instructor or Assistant Chief Flight Instructor in Part 141 pilot school or 142 training center.
* Line Check Airman, Line Check Pilot, or Check Airman for a Part 91K, 121, 125, 129, or 135 operator

Specialized experience at the FG-9 grade level involves assignments involving familiar aircraft, facilities, and equipment. Work at this level is typically subject to review and specific guidelines to ensure compliance with instructions, for example:

* Pilot-in-command for a Title 14 CFR Part 91K, 121, 125, 129, or 135 operator.
* Simulator/Flight Instructor in Part 141 pilot school or 142 training center

Specialized experience at the FG-7 grade level involves developmental assignments which assist employees of higher grade. Work at this level is typically subject to close review and specific guidelines to ensure compliance with instructions, for example:

* Second-in-command for Title 14 CFR Part 91, 91K, 121, 125, 129, or 135 operator.
* Conducting flight instruction under part 61.

We are not accepting applications from noncitizens.

EDUCATION

High school diploma or equivalent.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.

The person selected for this position 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.

This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.

Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. On-the-Spot will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy.

A permanent change of station (PCS) of $10,000 MAY be offered to applicants who meet the criteria in the FAA Travel Policy. This PCS incentive is subject to a twelve-month service commitment. You will be notified of eligibility in your offer letter.

Pay rates shown are BASE Pay only. The FAA uses OPM's GS Locality Pay Tables to set locality rates in addition to the base pay offered. The minimum locality rate is *****%.

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The Flight Standards Service utilizes a National Centralized Hiring Process (NCHP) for standardized interviewing, screening, and verification of qualifications and experience of Aviation Safety Inspector (ASI) applicants.

Interviews will be conducted over the phone or via Zoom to determine whether they possess the necessary qualifications, competencies and personal qualities to successfully perform Aviation Safety Inspector duties. Applicants will be questioned about information on their application and will be required to show appropriate airman certificates, ratings, and pilot logbooks or other appropriate records of flight time to substantiate that the applicant meets the requirements of this announcement.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

BENEFITS

A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

HOW YOU WILL BE EVALUATED

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

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.

REQUIRED DOCUMENTS

IF YOU ARE RELYING ON YOUR EDUCATION TO MEET QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants may be required to complete one or multiple assessments as part of the evaluation process. This assessment aims to evaluate the competencies and qualifications essential for the position.

RESUMES ARE LIMITED TO TWO PAGES. IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC AND INCLUDE INFORMATION AS IT RELATES TO THE QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION.

Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:

Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)

* Relevant work experience: should align to the Job Announcement and address all required qualifications and include job title, employer name, start/end dates, number of hours worked per week.
* Education, certification or licensure: If required, education should include school/institution name, completion date, degree type and GPA.

Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.

You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies.

AGENCY CONTACT INFORMATION

Aviation Careers
Phone
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Email
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Address
Federal Aviation Administration
Aviation Careers Branch
**** S. Macarthur Blvd, HQ Room 139
AHF-S300
Oklahoma City, OK *****
US

NEXT STEPS

For a list of Flight Standards District Offices: Flight Standards District Offices (FSDO) | Federal Aviation Administration

If you are contacted for an interview, you will have an opportunity to disclose your specific geographic preferences.

Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.

Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.

All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, 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 the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. 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 Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.

OVERVIEW

Accepting applications
Posted today · Apply by 07/01/26
Due by 11:59 p.m. ET on July 1, ****

Location
Many vacancies in the following location:
FAA Flight Standards Duty Locations Nationwide
Many vacancies
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible
Yes—Telework may be authorized for an eligible position(s)/employee(s) as determined by agency policy. Until such determination is made, the employee must report to the FAA official duty station as stipulated in the firm offer.
Relocation expenses reimbursed
Yes— - Fixed Rate PCS - Permanent Change of Station for Certain Locations Only and Subject to Fund Availability (U.S. Citizens) - In accordance with applicable FAA Travel regulations, a fixed relocation payment of $10,000 will be paid to new hires to Federal service, former Federal employees (reinstatements), and student trainees. A fixed relocation payment of $10,000 will be paid to current Federal employees. Relocation expenses paid are subject to applicable taxes.
Salary
$59,759 - $99,404 per year

09: $59,759- $68,******: $72,303- $82,******: $86,659- $99,404 See Additional Info for locality rate added to base pay. Pay starts at Step 5.

Pay scale & grade
FG 9 - 12
Promotion potential
12
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule
Full-time
Travel Required
Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.

Appointment type
Permanent
Occupations and job series
* **** Aviation Safety

Supervisory status
No
Federal service type
This job is in the Excepted Service
Represented by a union
Yes - This position is represented by PASS: Flight Standards Services.

Drug test
Yes
Security clearance
Other

Announcement number
FAA-AHF-26-GAO-*****
Control number
*********