Aviation Safety Inspector (General Aviation Maintenance)

Booko Brothers General Contractors; Vestavia Hills (AL); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job description

Aviation Safety Inspector (General Aviation Maintenance)

Mon, 07/22/2024 - 15:38

Company:

Category: Maintenance

Job Type: Contractor

City: Vestavia Hills

State: Alabama

Country: United States

Aviation Safety Inspectors in this specialty (General Aviation Maintenance) apply knowledge and skills typically acquired as repairman of aircraft, aircraft parts, or avionics equipment to develop and administer regulations and safety standards pertaining to the airworthiness and maintenance of aircraft and related equipment. Duties 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-9 grade level may include but are not limited to the following:

• Assisting in enforcement investigation and preparation of final reports;
• Participating in accident/incident and complaint investigation;
• Assisting in the re-examination of certificated airmen or recertification of an operator or agency.

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

• Assuring that aviation organization and airmen comply with regulatory requirements and reports deficiencies to the principal inspector or supervisor;
• Providing assistance in the evaluation of air carriers, air agencies, and air operators and making recommendations to the principal inspector or supervisor;
• Assisting in the recertification of an operator or agency.

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

• Evaluating mechanics and repair facilities for initial certification and continuing adequacy;
• Evaluating the mechanics training program;
• Inspecting aircraft and related equipment for airworthiness;
• Evaluating the maintenance aspects of programs of air carriers and similar commercial operations. The evaluations may include the adequacy of maintenance facilities, equipment and procedures; the competence of employees; the adequacy of the program or schedule for periodic maintenance and overhauls; and the airworthiness of the aircraft.

Aviation Safety Inspectors (Airworthiness) may perform a variety of other inspections, investigations and advisory duties however, the primary requirement for positions in this specialty is knowledge and skill pertaining to the maintenance and airworthiness of aircraft. Inspectors are required to travel frequently and to occasionally work irregular duty hours.

Requirements:

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• FAA Mechanic Certificate with airframe and power plant ratings.
• FRONT and BACK of your mechanic certificate.
• Veterans' preference documents must be uploaded/submitted with application.

Qualifications OPM Qualifications Standard for Aviation Safety Series, FG-1825 Minimum Eligibility Requirements:

• Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal Aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years;
• Fluency in the English language;
• No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance;
• 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:

• 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);
• Have the 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.

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 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:

• Experience involving the maintenance and repair of airframes, power plants, and aircraft systems with responsibility for certifying airworthiness;
• Maintenance experience with 12,500 pounds or less maximum certificated takeoff weight;
• Aircraft maintenance experience in a repair station; air carrier or airline repair facility; military repair facility; or local, state or Federal government agency;
• Aircraft maintenance work experience within the last 3 years;
• FAA Mechanic Certificate with airframe and power plant ratings.

Specialized experience equivalent to the FG-7 level includes duties such as a Mechanic for a part 145 operator with airframe and power plant ratings. Specialized experience at the FG-9 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, such as duties as a Lead Mechanic for a part 121, 135, or 145 operator. Specialized experience at the FG-11 grade level involves a broad scope of responsibility, more variety, and less clear guidelines such as duties as a Quality Assurance Auditor/Inspector for a Title 14 CFR Part 121, or 135; General Foreman, Foreman, Shift Supervisor, or Shift Manager for a Part 121, or 135; or Supervisory Inspector for a Part 145 repair station. 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. Specialized experience at the FG-12 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 such as Manager above General Foreman/Supervisory Inspector for a title 14 CFR Part 121, or 135 operator. Work at this level is typically reviewed only to assess the impact on overall organizational objectives.

Education: High school diploma or equivalent required.

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: Resume should include the FAR part number that each of your employer's operated under and the aircraft for which you have experience. Front and back copy of your FAA Mechanic Certificate is required. All Veterans: If you are claiming veterans' preference, you must submit either a DD Form 214 Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty (Member 4 Copy or equivalent), or a document from the armed forces certifying that within 120 days you are expected to be discharged or released from active duty service under honorable conditions. If you are claiming 10 point preference, you must also submit a completed SF-15, Application for 10-Point Veteran's Preference, and supporting documents outlined on the SF-15. Documents must be uploaded or faxed to the Servicing Human Resource Management Office listed in this announcement and all documents must be received by the closing date of the announcement. If you fail to submit documentation, you will be assessed as a non-veteran.