Aviation Safety Inspector (General Aviation - Operations (POI-Flight Program))

Federal Aviation Administration • San Antonio, TX

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Incumbent will serve as a Principal Operations Inspector. The duty location for this position is San Antonio, TX. The Aviation Safety Inspector (ASI) receives administrative direction from management in terms of broadly defined missions or functions. The ASI, mostly independently plans, designs, and carries out programs, projects, studies, or other work. The work is normally accepted without change. Completed work may be reviewed for adherence to FAA policy and for assurance that project requirements have been fulfilled. Some FG-14 assignments involve service wide responsibility for application of expert knowledge of flight operations for advanced multiengine turbojet aircraft. Such employees are concerned with all aspects of the operational capabilities and limitations of the aircraft. ASIs at the FG-14 level establish technical procedures and performance indexes and review complete flight operations programs for leaders in the aviation industry, or organizations of comparable scope and complexity, or a uniquely complex group of general aviation organizations. Assignments at this level are of great scope and unusual complexity. FG-14 employees develop and evaluate flight operations programs for organizations which utilize the newest, most complex aircraft, systems, and equipment. Because of organizational complexity or technology incorporated in the aircraft, systems, and equipment, employees must exercise originality to resolve unique problems. They frequently rely on engineers and designers for specific technical guidance although much of their work is carried out under very broad policy guidelines. Supervisors give FG-14 employees a wide leeway for independent action. Other inspectors seek their advice on problems relating to aircraft and their operation. Because of the precedent-setting nature or substantial effect on the aviation industry or public safety, their decisions may be reviewed and approved at a higher policy- setting level. The ASI resolves all but unique problems, with the intervention of management or a technical specialist. Develop plans, techniques, and policies to address current and anticipated problems and issues. Works with management to solve problems. The ASI is expected to follow established laws, orders, policies, and regulations that provide general guidance for completing work objectives, but is allowed considerable discretion to develop new or innovative approaches. The ASI uses resourcefulness, initiative, and judgement based on experience to develop and implement evaluation procedures to address problems where precedents are not applicable. Methods, practices, or decisions may be used as guidance in similar problem areas. The ASI keeps management informed of the status of all programs and projects and is held accountable for the technical accuracy, proper coordination, and timeliness of completed staff work. Provides staff assistance and serves as advisor to the manager on all matters pertaining to assigned tasking. Assists Safety Assurance ASI¿s, aviation safety technicians, and others on queries that are technical or guidance related. Assists in the preparation of a variety of technical and high priority correspondence to the other functional offices, aviation industry, other governmental agencies, members of Congress, and the general public. Assures that correspondence is properly coordinated, technically and grammatically accurate, clear and concise, and that it reflects the philosophy, policies, and objectives of the Division, Service, and the FAA. Participates in the FAA flight program to maintain qualification and currency requirements applicable to operations inspectors, for the purpose of supporting the FAA in a variety of flight-related functions to include training and evaluation of designated pilot examiners. Evaluates tasks contained in the FAA practical test standards and airman certification standards by participating as pilot in command or as a crewmember. The inspector is required to maintain an FAA second class medical. Performs other duties as required.

Requirements

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must submit an SF50.
• Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
• Position is designated as Moderate Risk; a background investigation may be required.
• Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal Aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years.
• Valid State driver's license.
• Fluency in the English language.
• No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Physically able to perform the duties of the Aviation Safety Inspector position in a safe and efficient manner, with or without a reasonable accommodation.
• Good distant vision in each eye and able to read, without strain, printed materials the size of typewritten characters (glasses and contact lenses permitted).
• Ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted).
• 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.
• Possess a valid second-class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations.
• Pass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA.
• Valid, unexpired Flight Instructor Certificate with single and multi-engine airplane and instrument airplane ratings.
• Must have given a minimum of 200 hours of flight instruction in an aircraft.
• Professional flying skill as demonstrated in a flight check to Commercial Pilot Certificate with an instrument rating.
• Possession of Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument airplane rating.
• Minimum of 100 flight hours within the last 3 years.
• Minimum of 1,500 total flight hours.
• Possession of single and multi-engine land airplane ratings.
• Not more than 2 flying accidents in the last 5 years in which the applicant's pilot error was involved.
• Possession of a valid second-class FAA medical certificate.
• At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-I/FG-13 level.
• Specialized experience is defined as: Assisting, conducting or performing various technical functions related to certification, surveillance, investigation and compliance recommendation of operational activities for FAR Part 135 air carriers/air operators.

Nice To Haves

• The recency of specialized experience is waived for current FAA employees in the 1825 series.

Responsibilities

• Plans, designs, and carries out programs, projects, studies, or other work.
• Establishes technical procedures and performance indexes.
• Reviews complete flight operations programs for leaders in the aviation industry or organizations of comparable scope and complexity.
• Develops and evaluates flight operations programs for organizations utilizing new and complex aircraft, systems, and equipment.
• Resolves unique problems by exercising originality.
• Develops and implements evaluation procedures to address problems where precedents are not applicable.
• Keeps management informed of the status of all programs and projects.
• Provides staff assistance and serves as advisor to the manager on all matters pertaining to assigned tasking.
• Assists Safety Assurance ASIs, aviation safety technicians, and others on technical or guidance-related queries.
• Assists in the preparation of technical and high priority correspondence.
• Participates in the FAA flight program to maintain qualification and currency requirements.
• Supports the FAA in flight-related functions, including training and evaluation of designated pilot examiners.
• Evaluates tasks contained in the FAA practical test standards and airman certification standards by participating as pilot in command or as a crewmember.
• Maintains an FAA second class medical.

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.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal
• Education Level: High school or GED