Clarification from the agency

Current FAA AVS permanent employees & AMA-200 permanent employees

A. Technical Administration

Within the Advanced Qualification Program(s), ensures on a continuing basis that Certificate Holders are properly and adequately organized, staffed, and equipped, have an adequate AQP including an acceptable record keeping system; and ensures that facilities and procedures meet all regulatory requirements. Regularly visits the Certificate Holder's training facilities and other offices to maintain contact with their appropriate management officials; coordinates with the principal operations inspector for correction of any deficiencies/discrepancies. Coordinates with AFS-280 on AQP application, development, approval, and continued operation as a member of the Extended Review Team (ERT). This includes decision-making on movement through the phases of AQP. Coordinates with the Certificate Holder on data development, collection, and analysis of AQP. Coordinates communication between Certificate Holder and Certificate-Holding District Office (CHDO) on all issues of AQP. Coordinates with Certificate Holder on instructor/evaluator calibration. Participates in annual review of AQPs and associated data analysis. Coordinates with the Principal Operations Inspector and Aircrew Program Managers on management of Aircrew Designated Examiner (ADE) programs. Participates in quarterly or annual Instructor/Evaluator meetings for all fleets to ensure consistency, standardization and applicable AQP regulations and guidance material is observed and adequately applied. Chairs joint FAA-industry meetings; maintains regular contact with organizations assigned and coordinates with top management officials. 

B. Certification

Coordinates with Principal Operations Inspector and AFS-280 on initial application for AQP approval. Coordinates with Principal Operations Inspector and AFS-280 on review and approval of curriculum development and all subsequent phases of AQP approval. Coordinates with the Principal Operations Inspector to approve/accept or disapprove/reject AQP manuals and revisions to such manuals. Obtains amendments to previously approved manuals to accomplish the following: correct any conflict with regulatory requirements; eliminate unsafe practices; and/or improve the specificity of instruction. Evaluates training programs to ensure that they meet the requirements of the Federal Aviation Regulations. Approves or disapproves these training programs including flight simulators, training devices, or other equipment used in these programs. Coordinates with the Principal Operations Inspector and Aircrew Program Managers on designation of Check Airmen and makes recommendations on the appointment of designees. Assures standardization of Check Airmen and designees and recommends to the Principal Operations Inspector and Aircrew Program Manager any changes which are considered necessary. Evaluates operations and facilities by on-site inspections and reviews reports by Geographic Inspectors or others. 

C. Surveillance

Responsible for monitoring all phases of Advanced Qualification Program(s) including training programs and records; training facilities and training devices. Coordinates with and reviews reports from Geographic Inspectors and others to identify trends which indicate deterioration in the safety of operations. Directs or suggests changes required to correct such trends. Responsible for analyzing grading data for all fleets using FAA analysis software and data for trending and reporting to the Principal Operations Inspectors and applicable program managers. Monitors and analyzes other training data and Instructor/Evaluator Quality Assurance Program data collected by the Certificate Holder, for trends and provides reports to the Principal Operations Inspector and applicable program managers. Conducts appropriate surveillance ac¿vities specifically focused on the carriers' training program and Instructor/Evaluator Programs. 

May perform other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
• Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
• Applicants MUST submit all required certificates (See Required Documents)
• Selectee will be required to report to a FAA/AVS facility.
• This is not a 100% telework position. Situational telework may be available based on the needs of the office.
• This position is designated as Moderate Risk; a background investigation may be needed.

Qualifications

Aviation Safety Series, 1825

General Requirements for All 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. The minimum medical requirements include the following requirements:

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 tentatively selected will be required to:

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

To qualify for this position you must meet the Office of Personnel Management Qualification Standards for the 1825 series, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS/FG-13 as an Aviation Safety Inspector (GAO). 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: experience assisting, conducting, or performing various technical functions related to certification, surveillance, investigation, and enforcement activities.

In addition, 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.

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.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.

All applicants MUST provide a copy of their valid, unexpired Flight Instructor Certificate with single and multi-engine airplane and instrument airplane ratings and Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument airplane rating. All applicants MUST provide a copy of their valid second-class FAA medical certificate.

All applicants MUST provide a copy of their most recent SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) which verifies current position, title, series, grade, tenure, and organization or record.

If you are an FAA employee, you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement. You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application. If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.

If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https://eopf.opm.gov/dot/.

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