Clarification from the agency

This announcement is open to current DOD employees ONLY.

SUMMARY:

PRIMARY PURPOSE: To serve as Department of Defense and command headquarters expert as a commercial aviation operations analyst, applying Air Force military or commercial rated pilot experience and civilian airline knowledge/experience to inspect/analyze all operations aspects of commercial passenger and cargo air carriers providing or attempting to provide air transportation to the Department of Defense (DoD). Inspections and analysis are in accordance with 10 USC 2640, 32 CFR 861, and DoD Instruction 4500.53. As the DoD expert in commercial aviation operations, this position provides findings and analysis to senior DoD decision-makers, and the Commercial Airlift Review Board (CARB), which is comprised of general officers or equivalent, to facilitate a determination as to whether or not commercial air carriers should be allowed to carry DoD passengers and/or cargo. Act as the senior DoD representative working with air carriers to resolve any deficiencies to the satisfaction of DoD requirements. As a senior level action officer, prepares staff packages such as staff summaries, point papers, policy papers, position papers, briefings, as well as other executive level correspondence for general officer review. Position also performs analysis of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) assessments of commercial aviation operations and procedures and makes safety recommendations to the CARB on impact to industry or air carrier use or non-use decisions.

DUTIES:

1. Applies extensive Air Force, military, or commercial pilot experience in conducting evaluations of commercial air carrier operations of major, regional, and on-demand airlines utilizing turbine, turboprop, and reciprocating fixed and rotary wing aircraft, both domestic and foreign, against DoD Commercial Air Transportation Quality and Safety Requirements for commercial air carriers as outlined in 32 CFR 861, Federal Aviation Regulations, and industry standards.
2. Prepares written performance evaluations of air carriers currently DoD approved and assessments of carrier applications (statement of intents) of air carriers requesting to become DoD approved.
3. Serves as a senior command headquarters staff action officer and as the source of expert opinion and technical information on commercial aviation operations issues to the CARB, a group of senior military officers charged with ensuring air carriers providing airlift to the DoD are safe.
4. Conducts special projects and studies relating to any aspect of commercial airlines flight operations as assigned or indicated by findings or on-going analysis of air carriers.

Conditions of employment

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• This posn is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Travel may be performed as a passenger or operator of automobiles, as a passenger on DoD-owned or operated aircraft or as a passenger on a commercial airline.
• Air Force pilot experience or extensive commercial airline pilot experience (ATP) is critical to the successful completion of the work.
• Work away from the office is performed in and around aircraft in all weather conditions.
• This position has been designated by the Air Force as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program. Employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
• Employee must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the SPECIALIZED experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions- Miscellaneous Administration and Program Series (0301)

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 (or higher) grade level or equivalent (may have been obtained in the federal service, military, or public sector). Examples of specialized experience include- Thorough knowledge of commercial air carrier flight operations, standards, procedures, training and policies to assess, analyze and evaluate flight operations to include all areas of a commercial air carrier's operations department including FAA enforcement actions (violations), accidents, incidents, fleet composition, crew hiring, training, captain upgrade, scheduling, in-flight performance, flight records, operational control, charter procedures, safety program, and security; Thorough knowledge of flight air crew standards, policies, procedures, safety, and training methods to observe, evaluate, and assess pilots and flight attendants; Knowledge of the operation of turbine, turboprop, and reciprocating powered fixed and rotary wing aircraft; Thorough knowledge of the mission, organization, and work processes of the commercial aviation industry, the FAA, Air Mobility Command (AMC), and DoD Commercial Airlift Division; Knowledge of the National Transportation Safety Board responsibilities; Thorough knowledge of the following regulations, laws, directives, and requirements is required as they relate to commercial aviation operations and programs, as well as supporting the research and analysis of commercial air carriers: 10 USC Section 2640 , Defense Authorization Bill; FAA regulations, Part 1, 43, 65, 91, 135, 121, and 145, FAA Order 8000.4H; FAA Aviation Safety Analysis Computer Systems (ASAS); DoD Instruction 4500.53; Commercial Passenger Airlift Management and Quality Control; DoD Air Carrier Analysis Support Computer System (ACAS); DoD Commercial Air Transportation Quality and Safety Requirements; AMC and DoD Commercial Airlift Division operating procedures; Knowledge of the air flight operations technical programs, plus the qualitative and quantitative techniques required for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, productivity, and results of these administrative and technical programs such as, fleet reliability data, deferred operations rates, engine shutdowns, and fleet operational statistics; Knowledge of commercial aviation operations activities, flight records, skills in applying analytical and evaluative methods when evaluating the operations programs of an air carrier seeking or presently participating in the DoD Air Transportation Program; In depth knowledge of air carrier industry practices and operations along with transportation requirements data to monitor and analyze whether transportation agreements meet user requirements; Thorough knowledge of the mission, organization, and work processes concerning air transportation programs throughout the DoD; Knowledge and skill in analytical and investigative techniques to conduct evaluations of private industry organizations; and A general working knowledge of personal computers, automated systems, and current software programs is necessary to research and prepare performance evaluations.

FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas:

1. Extensive knowledge and skill in analytical and investigative techniques to conduct flight operations evaluations of private industry organizations. Expert skill in conducting studies, analyzing findings, and making recommendations on substantive air transportation programs. Mastered application of qualitative methods for assessment of commercial aviation operations, standards, procedures, work processes, practices, training and policies, program, and security.
2. Knowledge of agency program goals and objectives, the sequence and timing of key program events and milestones, and methods of evaluating the worth of program accomplishments. Work requires knowledge of relationships with other programs and key administrative support functions within the employing agency or in other agencies. Extensive knowledge of flight air crew standards, policies, procedures, safety and training methods to observe, evaluate and assess pilots and flight attendants. Comprehensive knowledge of a wide range of transportation policies, principles, and practices or in depth knowledge of a specialized function or support service of transportation.
3. Thorough knowledge of the mission, organization, and work processes concerning air transportation programs. Thorough knowledge of commercial aviation operations technical programs, plus the qualitative and quantitative techniques required for analyzing and measuring the effectiveness, efficiency, productivity, and results of these administrative and technical programs such as, fleet reliability data, deferred operations rates, engine shutdowns, and fleet operational statistics. Skill to effectively meet and deal with people of various backgrounds and occupations.
4. Extensive experience (minimum as an instructor or evaluator pilot) and advanced skill in the application of Air Force rated aviator (e.g. pilot) expertise as it applies to the assigned program or to the assigned area. Mastery of flight operations regulations, laws, directives, and requirements. Knowledge of the operation of turbine, turboprop, and reciprocating powered fixed and rotary wing aircraft.
5. Advanced skill in auditing commercial air carriers' management oversight, internal audit programs, safety programs, flight operations, hiring, training, upgrade programs, scheduling, in-flight performance, operations control, charter procedures, security operations, and contractual requirements. Mastery in preparing project papers, staff reports, and presenting briefings to managers which encourage understanding and acceptance of the findings and recommendations.
6. Expert ability to perform detailed inspections of complex commercial aviation operations functions and processes. In-depth knowledge of commercial aviation computer management tools and application, extensive knowledge of Air Carrier Analysis Support system or like aviation database, a general working knowledge of personal computers and software programs.

How you will be evaluated

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

Your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may affect your rating or consideration for employment.

The resume/documents you submit must support your responses to the online questionnaire. If your application contradicts or does not support your questionnaire responses, you will receive a rating of "not qualified" or "insufficient information" and you will not receive further consideration for this job.

For additional information on what to include in your resume, click here.

APPRAISALS/AWARDS: Hiring Managers use objective methods and consider previous performance appraisals and awards in the selection process. Current Federal Civilian employees should list any relevant performance related rating and/or awards in your resume.

Applicants who disqualify themselves will not be evaluated further.

The following documents are required and must be provided with your application. Applicants who do not submit required documentation to determine eligibility and qualifications will be eliminated from consideration. Other documents may be required based on the eligibility/eligibilities you are claiming. Click here to view the AF Civilian Employment Eligibility Guide and the required documents you must submit to substantiate the eligibilities you are claiming.

1. Online Application: Questionnaire
2. Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. Additional information on resume requirements can be located under "How To Apply".
3. Transcripts/Registration/License: If qualifying on education/position requires education, you must submit copies of your transcripts and if required for the position, submit an active, current registration/license.
4. Veterans: If claiming VEOA, VRA or 30% Disabled Veteran - Submit VOW certification memo or copy of the official DD Form 214, which must include the character of service (i.e., with an honorable or general discharge). This will be annotated in block 24 on member copy 2, 4, or 7 of the DD Form 214. If claiming 30% Disabled Veteran, you must also submit a VA Letter or a disability determination from a branch of the Armed Forces. NOTE: All veterans claiming 10-point preference must also submit a SF-15 form.
5. Current or Former Federal Civilian Employees (includes current Air Force employees): You must submit a legible copy of your most recent SF-50, Notification of Personnel Action. The SF-50, block 24 must contain "1" or "2" AND block 34 must be a "1". Employees eligible under an OPM approved interchange agreement, block 34 may contain a "1" or "2".
6. Promotion Consideration: If you wish to be considered as a promotion candidate and your SF-50 has an effective date within the past year, it may not clearly demonstrate you meet the one-year time-in-grade requirements. You will need to provide additional SF-50s which clearly demonstrates you meet the time-in-grade requirements (examples of appropriate SF-50s include Promotions, Within-Grade, Grade/Range Increases, and SF-50s with an effective date more than one year old).

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