PUBLIC NOTICE - Aviation Safety Inspector Airworthiness

To qualify for this FG-9/12 Aviation Safety Inspector (Airworthiness) position, applicants must meet the OPM Qualifications Standard for the Aviation Safety Series (FG-1825). This includes minimum eligibility requirements, specialized experience, and medical standards.

• 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.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• FAA Mechanic Certificate with airframe and power plant ratings (front and back copy required).
• Experience involving maintenance and repair of airframes, power plants, and aircraft systems with responsibility for certifying airworthiness.
• Maintenance experience with aircraft of 12,500 pounds or less maximum certificated takeoff weight.
• Aircraft maintenance experience in a repair station; air carrier or airline repair facility; military repair facility; or local, state or Federal government agency.
• Aircraft maintenance work experience within the last 3 years.

Assist in enforcement investigations and preparation of final reports (FG-9).

• Participate in accident/incident and complaint investigations (FG-9).
• Assist in re-examination of certificated airmen or recertification of an operator or agency (FG-9).
• Assure aviation organizations and airmen comply with regulatory requirements; report deficiencies to principal inspector or supervisor (FG-11).
• Provide assistance in evaluating air carriers, air agencies, and air operators; make recommendations to principal inspector or supervisor (FG-11).
• Assist in recertification of an operator or agency (FG-11).
• Evaluate mechanics and repair facilities for initial certification and continuing adequacy (FG-12).
• Evaluate mechanic training programs (FG-12).
• Inspect aircraft and related equipment for airworthiness (FG-12).

U.S. Citizenship required.

• Selective Service Registration required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Position may be subject to a background investigation.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• 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.
• PCS incentive subject to a twelve-month service commitment (not all locations eligible).

Complete federal benefits package including health insurance, life insurance, and retirement.

• Paid holidays, annual leave, and sick leave.
• Weekends off and steady work hours.
• Telework may be authorized as determined by agency policy.
• Access to Federal Employees Health Benefits (FEHB) program.
• Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) similar to a 401(k).
• Flexible spending accounts for health and dependent care.
• Long-term care insurance options.

Applications accepted from any U.S. citizen.

• On-the-Spot hiring authority may be used to fill positions.
• The Flight Standards Service uses a National Centralized Hiring Process for standardized interviewing and screening.
• If contacted for an interview, you will be questioned about your application and must show appropriate certificates and records.
• Agency contact: Aviation Careers, Phone (405) 954-4657, Email [email protected].
• Address: Federal Aviation Administration, Aviation Careers Branch, 6500 S. Macarthur Blvd, HQ Room 139, AHF-S300, Oklahoma City, OK 73169.
• Reasonable accommodations available upon request; contact the agency or hiring manager.
• All qualified applicants considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors.

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is the agency of the U.S. Department of Transportation responsible for regulating all aspects of civil aviation. Its mission is to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world. The FAA's Aviation Safety division, including Flight Standards Services, ensures compliance with federal regulations through inspections, certifications, and enforcement. This role is part of that mission, focusing on airworthiness of general aviation aircraft.