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

Department of Transportation; Enfield (CT); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Transportation seeks a Principal Operations Inspector to oversee aviation safety inspections and compliance for Part 135 operations. The incumbent will perform certification, surveillance and investigations, ensuring adherence to FAA regulations and safety standards.

The role is based in Enfield, CT, with the duties emphasizing rigorous safety oversight and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate will possess a high school diploma or equivalent, fluent English, and a valid

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Fluency in the English language.
• Valid State driver's license.
• No recent violations of Federal Aviation regulations within 5 years.
• Ability to meet medical requirements for aviation safety positions.

Responsibilities

• Perform certification, surveillance, investigation and compliance activities for FAR Part 135 air carriers and operators.
• Conduct inspections and provide recommendations to ensure safe aviation operations.
• Review and assess aviation safety programs and operational procedures.
• Maintain compliance with aviation regulations and participate in recurrent evaluations.

Skills

Fluent English

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Incumbent will serve as a Principal Operations Inspector.

The duty location for this position is Enfield, CT.

General Requirements for All 1825 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, with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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.

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

1. 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.
2. Professional flying skill as demonstrated in a flight check to Commercial Pilot Certificate with an instrument rating;
3. Possession of Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument airplane rating.
4. Minimum of 100 flight hours within the last 3 years.
5. Minimum of 1,500 total flight hours.
6. Possession of single and multi-engine land airplane ratings.
7. Not more than 2 flying accidents in the last 5 years in which the applicant's pilot error was involved.
8. Possession of a valid second-class FAA medical certificate.

In addition, applicants must demonstrate in their application that they possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-I/FG-13 level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.

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.

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

Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history.

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

Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.