Flight Test Section Manager: Supervisory Aircraft Pilot

Federal Aviation Administration; Des Plaines (IL); Remote; USD 112,000 - 174,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Telework eligible

Job summary

Federal Aviation Administration in Des Plaines, IL seeks a Supervisory Aircraft Pilot (Flight Test Section Manager) to lead a team and oversee flight test programs within the AIR/AVS mission.

The role involves directing staff, coordinating resources, and ensuring compliance with agency policies while fostering collaboration, risk-based decisions, and accountability across the Section. Telework eligible for this temporary opportunity.

Qualifications

• Requires in-depth knowledge of aviation programs and flight operations.
• Experience supervising multiple employees and/or units.
• Ability to align resources with organizational objectives.

Responsibilities

• Supervises daily operations and staff performance.
• Directs planning, analysis, and administration of aviation programs.
• Develops personnel and resources to meet future Air and AVS needs.
• Ensure policy compliance and accountability across the Section.

Skills

Pilot knowledge

Supervisory leadership

Program management

Stakeholder collaboration

Job description

Federal Aviation Administration in Des Plaines, IL seeks a Supervisory Aircraft Pilot (Flight Test Section Manager) to lead a team and oversee flight test programs within the AIR/AVS mission.

The role involves directing staff, coordinating resources, and ensuring compliance with agency policies while fostering collaboration, risk-based decisions, and accountability across the Section. Telework eligible for this temporary opportunity.