Aviation Safety Inspector, Aircrew Program Manager (Air Carrier Operations)

Federal Aviation Administration; Kansas City (MO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Aircrew Program Manager to oversee aircrew training and testing standards for specific aircraft. This role involves ensuring compliance with federal regulations and managing programs related to aircrew performance. The ideal candidate will have significant pilot experience and a strong understanding of aviation safety practices. Join a dedicated team committed to maintaining the highest standards in aviation safety and operations, where your expertise will play a crucial role in shaping the future of air travel.

Qualifications

• 1 year of pilot experience in multi-engine aircraft over 12,500 lbs.
• Experience interpreting aviation regulations and policies.

Responsibilities

• Manage aircrew training and testing standards for assigned aircraft.
• Monitor compliance with federal aviation regulations.

Skills

Pilot Experience

Regulatory Compliance

Safety Monitoring

Flight Operations Knowledge

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Airline Transport Pilot Certificate

Job description

The Aircrew Program Manager (APM) is responsible for the adequacy of aircrew ground and flight training/testing and standards for specific aircraft of an assigned air carrier. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Front-Line Manager or Supervisory Principal Operations Inspector (SPOI). Manages programs on assigned aircraft including designated examiners and/or Aircrew Program Designees (APD).

Applicants must meet the minimum eligibility requirements for an Aviation Safety Inspector in the 1825 series as outlined in the OPM qualifications standards. The minimum eligibility requirements for this position are below or may be found on the following link: http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/1800/aviation-safety-series-1825/

General Requirements for All Applicants:

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.

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.

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.

Applicants for Aviation Safety Inspector, Air Carrier (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.
6. Minimum 1,500 total flight hours.

(Recency of experience is waived for current FAA employees in the 1825 series)

AND

In addition to meeting the minimum requirements, applicants for the FG-13 level must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next to lower grade level in the normal line of progression (FG-12 or Pay Band H) as an Aviation Safety Inspector. Specialized experience is defined as:

• Experience interpreting and applying regulations, policies and procedures related to certification and clarification of air carrier aviation and commercial operations (14 CFR Part 121)
• Monitoring activities of organizations to determine whether they are following their authorized program, Federal regulations, and good safety practices;
• Executing assignments that primarily require knowledge of flight operation of air carrier aircraft.

Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this announcement.

For Lateral Movements Between 1825 Specialties: To assist in determining qualification requirements, applicants transferring between specialties at the same grade level are strongly encouraged to complete the appropriate Qualifications Assessment Tool (QAT) check sheet and upload it along with their resume. Check sheets are contained in Order 3410.26, Flight Standards Service Air Carrier and General Aviation Qualifications Assessment Tool for AFS Aviation Safety Inspectors found using this link https://my.faa.gov/org/linebusiness/avs/offices/afx/tools/qat.html