DIRECT HIRE - Aviation Safety Inspector (Air Carrier Operations - MIDWEST CMO)

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Indianapolis (IN)

Hybrid

USD 85,000 - 127,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Benefits offered by this job

Recruitment incentive

Telework eligible

Relocation assistance

Job summary

The Federal Aviation Administration in the United States is hiring an Air Carrier Operations Inspector. The FAA offers a training program, FAA medical requirements, travel, and potential recruitment incentives. The position is located in Indianapolis, IN, with telework eligibility and relocation assistance as applicable.

Applicants must be a U.S. citizen, meet Selective Service requirements, demonstrate English fluency, and hold a high school diploma or equivalent.

Qualifications

US Citizenship required.
Selective Service Registration for males born after 12/31/1959.
Fluency in the English language.
Must meet job-related medical requirements which will be assessed during the pre-employment process.

Responsibilities

Examine airmen for initial certification and continuing competence.
Evaluate airmen training programs, equipment, and facilities.
Evaluate the operational aspect of programs of air carriers for adequacy of facilities, equipment, procedures, and overall management.

Skills

English fluency

Pilot experience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

SummaryJoin the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as an Air Carrier Operations Inspector. The FAA work environment is rich in opportunity, teamwork, and work life balance. Enjoy benefits such as weekends off, paid holidays, steady work hours, sick/annual leave, health insurance, and more. Begin a rewarding career with the FAA and be a part of a select group of individuals whose mission is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world.

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This job is open to

The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Individuals With Disabilities

Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.

Special authorities

Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed in another hiring path.

Clarification from the agency

Open to all US Citizens

Duties

Recruitment Incentive of $25,000 may be offered to applicants with a signed three-year FAA Recruitment Incentive Service Agreement. Not all locations will be eligible for this incentive. You will be notified of eligibility in your offer letter.

Aviation Safety Inspectors in this specialty (Air Carrier Operations) apply knowledge and skills typically acquired as airmen (pilots, navigators, flight instructors, etc.), to develop and administer regulations and safety standards pertaining to the operation of aircraft.

The below link provides a complete list of Certificate Management Office (CMO) locations:

Certificate Management Office (CMO) | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov)

Candidates 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-12 grade level include but are not limited to the following:

Examining airmen for initial certification and continuing competence;
evaluating airmen training programs, equipment, and facilities;
evaluating the operational aspect of programs of air carriers and similar commercial and aviation operations for adequacy of facilities, equipment, procedures, and overall management to ensure safe operation of the aircraft.

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

Assisting in enforcement investigations and preparation of final reports and recommendations on disposition; and
providing assistance in the evaluation of air carriers, air agencies air operators.

Duties at the FG-9 grade level are closely supervised and include but are not limited to the following

Assisting in evaluating training programs to ensure that they meet the requirements of the FARs under close supervision; and
Assisting in the re-examination of certificated airmen or recertification of an operator or agency.

Aviation Safety Inspectors (Air Carrier Operations) may perform a variety of other inspections, investigations, and advisory duties. However, the primary requirement for positions in this specialization is knowledge and skill in the operation of aircraft.

The candidate will be required to participate in the flight program as an aircrew member and, as such, must meet the medical and flight currency requirements as set forth in agency orders governing the operation of aircraft.

Inspectors are required to travel frequently and to occasionally work irregular duty hours.

Requirements

Conditions of employment

US Citizenship is required.
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
Resume should include FAR part numbers and aircraft for which you have experience.

Qualifications

OPM Qualifications Standard for Aviation Safety Series, FG-1825 MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:

(A) Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal Aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years;
(B) Valid State driver's license;
(C) Fluency in the English language;
(D) No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and
(E) 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:

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); and
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:

Possess a valid second ¿ class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations; and
Pass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA.

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 next lower level at 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:

(A) At least 1 year of pilot experience in multi-engine aircraft of more than 12,500 pounds maximum certificated takeoff weight;
(B) Not more than 2 flying accidents during the last 5 years in which the applicant's pilot error was involved;
(C) Professional flying skill as demonstrated in a simulator check to Airline Transport Pilot Standard;
(D) Minimum 100 flight hours during the last 3 years;
(E) Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument airplane rating; and
(F) Minimum 1,500 total flight hours.

Specialized experience at the FG-12 grade level involves a wide range of assignments or a few highly complex assignments, requiring planning and organization, setting priorities without clear or specific guidelines such as duties as a Director or Assistant Director of Operations for a part 121 Operator. Work at this level is typically reviewed only to assess the impact on overall organizational objectives.

Specialized experience at the FG-11 grade level involves a broad scope of responsibility, more variety, and less clear guidelines such as duties as an Check Airman for part 121 operator. 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-09 grade level involves assignments involving familiar aircraft, facilities and equipment. Examples of this type of experience includes duties as a Pilot-in-command for a Title 14 CFR, part 121 or part 135 Operator. Work at this level is typically subject to review and specific guidelines to ensure compliance with instructions.

Education

Applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent.

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Additional Information

We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.

Position may be subject to a background investigation.

A one-year probationary period may be required.

The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements

This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.

Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. On-the-Spot will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy.

Next steps

Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.

Important

All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.

Overview

Accepting applications

Location

3 vacancies in the following locations:

Indianapolis, IN

Minneapolis, MN

No matching locations found.

Work site options

Telework eligible

Yes - Telework may be authorized for an eligible position(s)/employee(s) as determined by agency policy. Until such determination is made, the employee must report to the FAA official duty station as stipulated in the firm offer.

Relocation expenses reimbursed

Yes - Fixed Rate PCS - Permanent Change of Station (U.S. Citizens) - In accordance with applicable FAA Travel regulations, a fixed relocation payment of $10,000 will be paid to new hires to Federal service, former Federal employees (reinstatements), and student trainees. A fixed relocation payment of $10,000 will be paid to current Federal employees. Relocation expenses paid are subject to applicable taxes.

Salary

$85,426 - $126,859 per year

11: $85,426 - $105,845 12: $102,388 - $126,859 Salary range includes 18.15% (IN) and 27.62% (MN).

Pay scale & grade

FG 11 - 12

Promotion potential

Work schedule

Full-time

Travel Required

Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.

Appointment type

Permanent

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