Aviation Safety Inspector (AW), Geographic Partial Program Manager
Aviation Safety Series, 1825 General Requirements for All Positions: 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; and 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: 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. Applicants tentatively selected will be required to: Provide documentation from a board-certified physician certifying that they meet the minimal medical requirements, with or without a reasonable accommodation; or 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. Specialized Experience, Training and Certification Requirements for Specific Positions: Applicants must meet specific requirements as outlined in the Office of Personnel Management Aviation Safety Series, Qualification Standards for Maintenance (GAM) and Avionics (GAV) specialties. Information can be found on the following website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/ To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-H, FG/GS-12. 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 monitoring and evaluating programs for compliance with regulations and standards. Specialized Experience as an Aviation Safety at the FG-12/FV-H level in any of the following specialties: Maintenance (GAM) and Avionics (GAV). Recency of specialized experience is waived for employees currently in the 1825 Series. For Lateral Movements Between 1825 Specialties: To assist in determining qualification requirements, applicants transferring between specialties at the same grade level are strongly encouraged to complete the appropriate Qualifications Assessment Tool (QAT) check sheet and upload it along with their resume. Check sheets are contained in Order 3410.26, Flight Standards Service Air Carrier and General Aviation Qualifications Assessment Tool for AFS Aviation Safety Inspectors. This order is located at: https://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Order/3410.26.pdf Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their Work History. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA) listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability.
The Geographic Partial Program Manager (PPM) serves as a geographic inspector and is assigned a portion of the geographic program performing inspections and surveillance (to include certification and other assignments as requested by the Principal Inspector) on air carriers/air operators operating under Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR). Responsible to assure that air carriers/air operators operating within assigned area comply with applicable 14 CFR, manuals, operations specifications, and training programs. Assists in the establishment of work programs for inspection and surveillance. Technical Administration Responsible for a portion of the geographic operations program for the office. Assures, on a continuing basis, that the operators within their jurisdiction are properly and adequately organized, staffed and equipped; have and conduct an adequate training program, including an acceptable record keeping system; and have facilities and procedures that meet all regulatory requirements. Regularly visits the air carrier's/air operator's stations and other offices to maintain contact with their local top management officials and coordinates with the principal inspector for correction of any deficiencies or discrepancies. Conducts enforcement actions and prepares final reports and recommendations on disposition. Performs or supervises the emergency suspension of certificates. Conducts or directs the reexamination of certificated airmen, or performs inspections for the reissuance of airworthiness certificates. Conducts investigations of public complaints, congressional inquiries, and aircraft incidents and accidents. Provides verbal and/or written technical assistance to legal counsel, testifies at court trials and formal hearings, and gives dispositions. Certification Reviews manuals and determines the adequacy of maintenance/avionics manuals for compliance with 14 CFR. Makes recommendations to the principal inspector for 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. Recommends approval/disapproval of overhaul and inspection time limitations and suggests special conditions and limitation necessary prior to final approval. Evaluates operations and facilities throughout the geographical area by periodic on-site inspection and the review of inspector’s report and makes recommendations of changes essential or desirable in policies and procedures to the principal inspector. Surveillance Monitors all surveillance phases of maintenance and/or avionics on behalf of the principal instructor. Surveillance includes adequacy of overhaul and repair facilities, equipment, inspection programs and records, maintenance/avionics personnel, maintenance/avionics training, main base/subbase/line stations, maintenance and/or avionics programs, policies, and procedures. Inspects, evaluates, and determines if contract maintenance is performed in accordance with the air carrier's approved maintenance program. Advises principal inspector of necessary changes to the maintenance program when required. Inspects refueling and servicing vendors for accepted industry standards and compliance to the operator's manuals. Contacts aviation management officials who are responsible for providing maintenance/service in order to negotiate the resolution of problems. Conducts a maintenance and/or avionics system analysis independently or as a team member on special inspection teams. Performs other duties as required.