Description:
The incumbent program responsibility to assure that assigned organizations meet Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) with respect to flight oversight programs. Assists in the establishment of work programs for inspections and surveillance.
Requirements:
Medical Requirements: Applicants must be physically able to perform the duties of the Aviation Safety Inspector position in a safe and efficient manner, and must meet all of the following requirements:
A. Have a good distant vision in each eye and be able to read printed materials the size of typewritten characters (glasses and contact lenses permitted) without strain.;
B. Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted);
C. Not have any physical condition that would cause them to be a hazard to themselves or others or that would interfere with their ability to fly as passengers in a variety of aircraft.
NOTE: A valid medical certificate is not required.
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-13/FV-I 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 may include but not limited to conducting investigations of public complaints, congressional inquiries and aircraft incidents/accidents. Evaluates training programs to ensure that they meet the requirements of 14 CFR. Evaluates operations and facilities by on-site inspections. Monitors activities of designated examiners, check airmen and instructors.
Also, the specialized experience must include the following requirements for Air Carrier Operations:
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.
NOTE: Recency of specialized experience is waived for current FAA employees in the 1825 series.
For more information regarding the minimum eligibility requirements for Aviation Safety Inspector's please visit the following website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/IORs/gs1800/1825.htm