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The Geographic Program Manager (Airworthiness) is responsible for the geographic program withing the geographical area and for the performance of 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).
Learn more about this agency03/20/2024 to 04/09/2024
$102,444 - $133,176 per year
Salary includes locality payment of 21.17%.In addition, a 9.28% Cost-of-Living Allowance (COLA) is authorized.
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1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
75% or less - The job may require up to 75% travel.
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AEA-FS-24-SAG-89368
782478700
Responsible for 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. In consultation with the Principal Inspector, performs the emergency suspension of certificates or cancellation of operations specifications. 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.
Reviews and determines the adequacy of maintenance and/or 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 limitations 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.
Monitors all surveillance phases of maintenance and/or avionics on behalf of the Principal Inspector. Surveillance includes adequacy of overhaul and repair facilities, equipment, inspection programs and records, maintenance/avionics personnel, maintenance/avionics training, main base/sub-base/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.
OPM Qualifications Standard for Aviation Safety Series, FG-1825 Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
When the predominant work involves air carrier avionics, applicants for Aviation Safety Inspector (Airworthiness) positions must meet all of the following requirements.
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:
NOTE: Recency of specialized experience is waived for current FAA employees in the 1825 series.
For more information regarding the minimum eligibility requirements for Aviation Safety Inspectors, please visit the following website: https://www.opm.gov/qualifications/Standards/IORs/gs1800/1825.htm
Specialized Experience:
To qualify for this position you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower level (FV-H, FG/GS-12) in the Federal Service. 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 may include but not limited to: 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.
Recency of specialized experience is waived for current and former FAA employees in the 1825 series.
As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA.
In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.
Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.
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.
For Lateral Movements Between 1825 Specialties: To assist in determining qualification requirements, applicants transferring between specialties at the same grade level MUST complete the appropriate Qualifications Assessment Tool (QAT) check sheet and upload it along with their resume (or FAX to the HR Specialist listed on this vacancy announcement). 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: .http://www.faa.gov/documentLibrary/media/Order/3410.26.pdf
You must apply online to receive consideration for this position.
Faxed or emailed applications/resumes will not be accepted.
Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully.
Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.
Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
All or none of the applicants may be interviewed.
Ingrade/Downgrade applications will be accepted.
Work history must state job titles including specialty, series and grade level held.
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.
Applicants must apply online for consideration. Only supplemental documentation, e.g. SF-50, transcripts or veteran's documentation will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded or faxed to (718) 995-5688 on or before the closing date of this announcement. All faxed documents should reference the announcement number.
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
You must apply online to receive consideration. Your application must be submitted by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the Close Date for it to be accepted. If you are applying for positions associated with FAA registers, your application must be submitted at the time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with a register.
IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC REGARDING YOUR EXPERIENCE OR EDUCATION.
We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes.
Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:
Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.
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Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.
All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/782478700. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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