Aviation Safety Inspector (Air Carrier Operations)

Federal Aviation Administration; Des Plaines (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading government agency is seeking an Aviation Safety Inspector (Operations) to lead evaluation boards and ensure compliance with aviation safety regulations. The role requires extensive flying experience and a valid FAA medical certificate. Candidates must demonstrate specialized experience in certification activities for transport aircraft and air carriers. Join a dedicated team to foster an environment of inclusion and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Must have good distant vision and ability to hear conversational voice.
• Must possess a valid second-class medical certificate.

Responsibilities

• Lead Flight Standardization Boards and Flight Operation Evaluation Boards.
• Responsible for board activities and team dynamics.

Skills

Fluency in English

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

This position is in the Aircraft Evaluation Division, Air Carrier Branch, AFS-110. May be assigned to lead Flight Standardization Boards (FSB) and Flight Operation Evaluation Boards (FOEB) for assigned aircraft. Responsible for board activities, team dynamics, and will foster an environment of inclusion and teamwork to produce the FSB and FOEB Reports. May also serve as a member of Type Certification Boards for assigned aircraft.

General Requirements for All Positions:

1. Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years;
2. Valid State driver's license;
3. Fluency in the English language;
4. No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and
5. High school diploma or equivalent.

Medical Requirements for All Positions:

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:

1. Have good distant vision in each eye and be able to read printed materials the size of typewritten characters (glasses and contact lenses permitted) without strain;
2. Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted);
3. 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:

1. Possess a valid second-class medical certificate in accordance with Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) regulations; and
2. Pass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA.

Applicants not requiring valid second-class medical certificates who are tentatively selected will be required to:

1. Provide documentation from a board-certified physician certifying that they meet the minimal medical requirements; or
2. Individuals who do not meet the minimum medical requirements but who are otherwise qualified will receive an individualized assessment to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position.

Aviation Safety Inspector (Operations)

When the predominant work involves air carrier operations, applicants for Aviation Safety Inspector (Operations) positions must meet all of the following requirements.

1. At least 1 year of pilot experience in multi-engine aircraft of more than 12,500 pounds maximum certificated takeoff weight;
2. Not more than 2 flying accidents during the last 5 years in which the applicant's pilot error was involved;
3. Professional flying skill as demonstrated in a simulator check to Airline Transport Pilot Standard.
4. Minimum 100 flight hours during the last 3 years;
5. Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument airplane rating (Department of Navy positions require pilot experience as demonstrated by previous ATP level performance in large multi-engine airplanes and helicopters);
6. Possession of a valid second-class FAA medical certificate (For positions within the Department of Navy, applicants must also be physically qualified to ride as an observer aboard squadron aircraft. In addition, must also meet physical requirements to travel and lift heavy objects while performing mishap investigations); and
7. Minimum 1,500 total flight hours.

Note- Recency is waived for applicants currently 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 FV-I, FG/GS-13 grade level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Experience includes assisting, conducting, or performing various technical functions on certification activities for CFR Part 25 Transport Aircraft and supporting CFR Part 121 air carriers/air operators.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.