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Summary Join the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as an Air Carrier Operations Inspector. The FAA work environment is rich in opportunity, diversity, teamwork, and work life balance. Enjoy benefits such as weekends off, paid holidays, steady work hours, sick/annual leave, health insurance, and more. Begin a rewarding career with the FAA and be a part of a select group of individuals whose mission is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world. Responsibilities A Recruitment Incentive of $25,000 may be offered to applicants with a signed three-year FAA Recruitment Incentive Service Agreement. Not all locations will be eligible for this incentive. You will be notified in your offer letter. Aviation Safety Inspectors in this specialty (Air Carrier Operations) apply knowledge and skills typically acquired as airmen (pilots, navigators, flight instructors, etc.), to develop and administer regulations and safety standards pertaining to the operation of aircraft. The below link provides a complete list of Certificate Management Office (CMO) locations: Certificate Management Office (CMO) | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov) Candidates must complete an extensive training program to include formal and on-the-job training up to and possibly 24 months regardless of grade level. Duties at the FG-12 grade level include but are not limited to the following: Examining airmen for initial certification and continuing competence; evaluating airmen training programs, equipment, and facilities; evaluating the operational aspect of programs of air carriers and similar commercial and aviation operations for adequacy of facilities, equipment, procedures, and overall management to ensure safe operation of the aircraft. Duties at the FG-11 grade level include but are not limited to the following: Assisting in enforcement investigations and preparation of final reports and recommendations on disposition; and providing assistance in the evaluation of air carriers, air agencies air operators. Duties at the FG-9 grade level are closely supervised and include but are not limited to the following Assisting in evaluating training programs to ensure that they meet the requirements of the FARs under close supervision; and Assisting in the re-examination of certificated airmen or recertification of an operator or agency. Aviation Safety Inspectors (Air Carrier Operations) may perform a variety of other inspections, investigations, and advisory duties. However, the primary requirement for positions in this specialization is knowledge and skill in the operation of aircraft. The candidate will be required to participate in the flight program as an aircrew member and, as such, must meet the medical and flight currency requirements as set forth in agency orders governing the operation of aircraft. Inspectors are required to travel frequently and to occasionally work irregular duty hours. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications OPM Qualifications Standard for Aviation Safety Series, FG-1825 MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS: (A) Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal Aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years; (B) Valid State driver's license; (C) Fluency in the English language; (D) No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and (E) High school diploma or equivalent. Aviation Safety Inspector positions have job-related medical requirements. When applicable, applicants MUST meet job-related medical requirements which will be assessed and validated during the pre-employment process. 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. The minimum medical requirements include the following requirements: 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); and 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: Possess a valid second – class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations; and Pass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE, TRAINING, AND CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: 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-9, FG-11, or FG-12 level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history. In addition, applicants MUST meet all of the following: (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. Specialized experience at the FG-12 grade level involves a wide range of assignments or a few highly complex assignments, requiring planning and organization, setting priorities without clear or specific guidelines such as duties as a Director or Assistant Director of Operations for a Title 14 CFR part 121 Operator. Work at this level is typically reviewed only to assess the impact on overall organizational objectives. Specialized experience at the FG-11 grade level involves a broad scope of responsibility, more variety, and less clear guidelines such as duties as an Check Airman for part 121 operator. Work at this level is typically subject to review to assure compliance with organized policies or regulations, and specific guidelines to ensure compliance with organizational policies or regulations. Specialized experience at the FG-09 grade level involves assignments involving familiar aircraft, facilities and equipment. Examples of this type of experience includes duties as a Pilot-in-command or Title 14 CFR, part 121 or part 135 Operator. Work at this level is typically subject to review and specific guidelines to ensure compliance with instructions. Specialized experience at the FG-07 grade level involves developmental assignments which assist employee of a higher grade. Work at this level is typically subject to close review and specific guidelines to ensure compliance with instructions. Education Applicant must be a high school graduate or equivalent. Additional Information We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions. Position may be subject to a background investigation. A one-year probationary period may be required. The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family. This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. On-the-Spot will be used to fill this position. The 'Rule of Three', Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy. A permanent change of station (PCS) of $10,000 MAY be offered to applicants who meet the criteria in the FAA Travel Policy. This PCS incentive is subject to a twelve-month service commitment. Pay rates shown are BASE Pay only. The FAA uses OPM's GS Locality Pay Tables to set locality rates in additional to the base pay offered. The minimum locality rate is 16.82%. THE LINK BELOW WILL PROVIDE ADDITIONAL TIPS to assist in the application process. https://www.faa.gov/jobs/career_fields/aviation_careers/asi/helpful_hints/ The Flight Standards Service utilizes a National Centralized Hiring Process (NCHP), for standardized interviewing, screening, and verification of qualifications and experience of Aviation Safety Inspector applicants. Interviews will be conducted over the phone or via Zoom to determine whether they possess the necessary qualifications, competencies and personal qualities to successfully perform Aviation Safety Inspector duties. Applicants will be questioned about information on their application and will be required to show appropriate airman certificates, ratings, and pilot logbooks or other appropriate records of flight time to substantiate that the applicant meets the requirements of this announcement. All, some, or none of the candidates may be interviewed. This is a bargaining unit position. This position is represented by PASS: Flight Standards Services. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA