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Aviation Safety Inspector (Airworthiness) (FAASTeam Program Manager )

Reno, Nevada, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$125K/yr - $163K/yr

1+ years exp

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is responsible for ensuring aviation safety in the United States. The Aviation Safety Inspector (Airworthiness) will manage and coordinate the airworthiness portion of the FAA Safety Team program, justifying and recommending new aviation safety procedures while collaborating with various aviation organizations to address safety issues.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Manages policies, standards, programs, and procedures for aviation and commercial operations

Establishes collaborative relationships with external aviation organizations to address safety issues and seeks innovative mitigation strategies of such issues

Analyzes safety issues and seeks a wide range of regulatory and nonregulatory responses to ensure rapid adoption of remedies to aviation safety concerns

Responsible and accountable for representing the FAA in coordinating system safety programs such as safety assurance, safety promotion, and risk management activities within the aviation environment

Interfaces include certificated airmen, air carriers, air agencies, air operators, general aviation organizations, designees, the general public and airport organizations

Participates with industry, internal and external work groups, and teams to address specific safety concerns and aviation issues

Develops guidance and associated products to implement policies addressing safety and related aviation requirements

As directed, represents the FAA in meetings with foreign Civil Aviation Authorities to collaborate on best practices to enhance aviation safety

Works with Safety Officers of foreign air carriers to increase global aviation safety

Develops partnerships with officials of international aviation organizations in each segment of aviation such as ultralights, agricultural, emergency medical services, offshore helicopter operations, air tours, etc

Manages aviation safety procedures, local initiatives, and supports national products

Determines appropriate goals and objectives for the airworthiness portion of the aviation safety program in coordination with national FAASTeam guidance

Implements and manages comprehensive safety action plans and programs by utilizing FAASTeam Representative Volunteers

Provides technical assistance to other national and international aviation safety organizations and maintains close liaison with those external national and international aviation organizations, certificated airmen, air carriers, air agencies, air operators, general aviation organizations, designees and airport organizations, to identify and resolve potential safety problems and establish safety programs

Supports the national FAASTeam Policy Division(s) in FAA-wide and community aviation education programs

Responsible for the promotion and education of regulatory compliance in safety related areas

Analyzes investigative data, develops recommendations, and keeps management informed of the status of identified hazards and the safety program

Supports management in decisions regarding the safety program

Participates and/or serves as an advisor in joint FAA-industry meetings, steering committees, and other workgroups

Plans assigned program to meet goals and develops budget estimates for quarterly and annual projections

Manages, recruits, trains, and supports a diverse team of volunteer FAASTeam Representatives to meet identified goals and objectives

Maintains technical proficiency within the assigned specialty

In support of Flight Standards District Office operations, performs other duties as assigned except for enforcement actions

Qualification

Aviation Safety ProceduresAircraft MaintenanceFAA Mechanic CertificateAircraft Avionics ExperienceTechnical AssistanceBudget ManagementFluency in EnglishTeam Management

Required

US Citizenship is required

Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959

Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)

Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years

Valid State driver's license

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

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

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

Possess a valid second – class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations

Pass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA

Provide documentation from a board-certified physician certifying that they meet the minimal medical requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation

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 with or without a reasonable accommodation

To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level (FV-I, FG/GS-13)

Specialized experience includes: Experience assisting, conducting, or performing various technical functions related to certification, surveillance, investigation, and enforcement activities

Additional experience may be in investigating and reporting on accidents, incidents, and violations

When the predominant work involves general aviation avionics, applicants for Aviation Safety Inspector (Airworthiness) positions must meet all of the following requirements: Aircraft avionics experience involving the maintenance, repair, and troubleshooting of installed avionics systems on aircraft

Aircraft avionics work experience (which could include supervision or auditing) in a repair station; air carrier repair facility; military repair facility; or local, state, or Federal governmental agency within the last 3 years

When the predominant work involves general aviation maintenance, applicants for Aviation Safety Inspector (Airworthiness) positions must meet all of the following requirements: Experience involving the maintenance and repair of airframes, power plants, and aircraft systems with responsibility for certifying airworthiness

Maintenance experience with aircraft 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 governmental agency

Aircraft maintenance work experience within the last 3 years

FAA Mechanic Certificate with airframe and power plant ratings

Recency of specialized experience is waived for current and former FAA employees in the 1825 series