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The incumbent serves as an airspace systems inspection pilot advisor and focal point for the Flight Technologies and Procedures Division. Responsible for the development of technical and scientific standards, programs, policies, procedures, and flight deck criteria pertaining to all aspects of Part 121 flight operations and advanced technologies in transport and non-transport category aircraft.
Learn more about this agency08/13/2019 to 09/04/2019
$104,821 - $136,271 per year
Salary Includes a Locality Payment of 15.67%.
FG 14
1 vacancy in the following location:
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time- to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
No
Permanent
Full-Time
Excepted
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AAC-AVS-19-AFS430-63259
542438900
Current or former competitive service federal employees.
Current excepted service federal employees.
Also open to former excepted service federal employees eligible under an interchange agreement. Current or former federal employees must have met a one year probationary period or trial period in the competitive or excepted service. Applications will be accepted from preference eligibles and veterans who are honorably discharged from the Armed Forces after completing at least 3 years of continuous active duty service.
Plans and accomplishes highly complex and challenging flight research projects and other work activities applying technical and operational knowledge. Broad policies and objectives provide general guidance for addressing issues, but allow considerable discretion to develop new and innovative approaches. Draws on experience to solve unusual problems and may create new solutions and policy interpretations, as the situation requires. Considers the objectives of the FAA when developing, integrating, and implementing solutions to diverse, complex problems. Assignments frequently require knowledge and experience working across functional and/or organizational lines.
May act as a principal technical specialist, project/program manager, or team lead for complex work activities. Initiates, organizes, and oversees major technical and scientific studies in safety-critical and controversial problem areas having national and international ramifications, such as the impact of flight display systems, advanced flight deck design, flight deck/crewmember interface, instrument procedure design, instrument procedure charting, and air traffic airspace designs on aircraft operations under all weather conditions within the National Airspace System (NAS).
The incumbent applies in-depth technical expertise and a high level of specialized knowledge to conceptual and advanced aircraft operational standards, flight guidance and management systems, flight display and avionics systems, procedure design, development initiatives, and operational approvals for flight procedures and technologies. The work includes evaluations of newly designed or modified systems that are significant enough to materially change the flight characteristics of the aircraft or require certification in the type aircraft.
Applies experimental theories and new developments to problems not susceptible to treatment by traditional methods or precedents. Reviews and validates design principals, operational procedures, and guidance for flight crew systems, including evaluation of innovative crew interface and interaction concepts in piloted simulation to assess the benefits and liabilities of projected concepts.
Serves as a simulator project pilot assigned to critical Agency-level research projects requiring intense system and pilot knowledge of Boeing and/or Airbus aircraft. Applies in-depth technical expertise related to FAA NextGen air traffic and flight operations applications. Reviews flight parameters through statistical applications in consideration of flight track data to determine individual an collective effect of measurable factors. Type Qualifications in Boeing 737 and/or Airbus 320/330 is desired.
Maintains knowledge of aircraft operations, usage of instrument approach charts, and interface of navigation systems with instrument operations. Contacts are internal and external. Coordinates with counterparts, subject matter experts, and management, and ensures that standards, criteria, regulations, and guidance are expeditiously developed to permit the introduction of advanced and emerging technology at national and international levels.
Represents FAA as a senior technical point of contact on projects, programs, and other work activities. Presents briefings to obtain consensus/approval on policies. Coordinates significant technical matters with representatives of external organizations.
The incumbent is expected to perform work independently, exercise independent judgment, exhibit a high degree of initiative and creativity, innovatively address operational problems having significant importance to the aviation community, and resolve controversial or sensitive issues prior to implementation with the manager and project team leads.
Work activities typically impact directly on the objectives of one or more major subdivisions and may impact the objectives of the FAA. Work affects the safety and security of customers.
Reference OPM's Individual Occupational Requirement (IOR) for 2181, Aircraft Operation Series.
Website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/2100/aircraft-operation-series-2181/
Eligible candidates will be evaluated based on their responses within the application package and Supplemental Qualifications Statement, FAA Form 3330.47-3 ASIP (10/98). Candidates will also be evaluated based on their possession of the specialized experience required for the position being filled. Applicants who do not meet the specialized experience required for this position will not be referred.
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 in or related to the duties of this position. 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 reflecting knowledge of Flight procedures and Operations; Applicants must demonstrate that they have the certificates, knowledge, and skills required for the work of an Airspace System Inspection Pilot and meet the minimum flight hours and recency of flight experience required as indicated below. Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their Work History/Resume. Applicants may be asked to verify information on their application for employment with the FAA.
CERTIFICATES AND RATINGS: Applicants must possess an ATP with Part 121 experience in new generation aircraft. A COPY OF CERTIFICATES MUST BE UPLOADED OR FAXED TO (405) 954-3003 prior to the closing date of the announcement. Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.
In accordance with OPM Qualification Standards, since this position does not require the operation of an aircraft, selectee will need to have a medical examination indicating that they are able to perform the duties of the position to be filled. If current First or Second-class medical certificate submitted, medical examination would not be required.
MINIMUM FLIGHT HOURS: Submission of FAA Form 3330-47-3 (10/98), "Supplemental Qualifications Statement for 1825 and 2181 Series", is required to verify the minimum flight hours. A COPY OF THIS FORM MUST BE UPLOADED OR FAXED TO (405)954-3003 prior to closing date. Failure to do so will result in loss of consideration.
TOTAL FLIGHT TIME - 1500 hours: Flight time as a pilot in command or copilot in aircraft of any weight or category is creditable for this requirement. For inservice placement actions, up to one-fourth of the total flight hours may be waived for candidates who have demonstrated possession of the knowledge and skills needed to perform the work provided: 1) applicant holds the required certificates and ratings; 2) applicant has acquired the pilot-in-command hours and flight hours in other categories essential to performance of the work; 3) applicant meets the requirements in terms of level and quality of experience; and 4) applicant's flying history indicates they are qualified for the position.
PILOT-IN-COMMAND TIME - 250 hours: Only flight hours acquired as pilot-in-command are creditable.
NIGHT FLYING TIME - 75 hours: For inservice placement actions, 25 hours may be waived if the applicant demonstrates the ability to perform the work.
FLYING TIME, LAST 12 MONTHS - 100 HOURS: This is a non-flying position 100 hours in the last 12 months is not required.
MULTI ENGINE AIRPLANE TIME - 500 HOURS: Experience may have been in either light or heavy multi-engine airplanes.
INSTRUMENT TIME - 75 HOURS: At least 10 of the required hours must have been logged in actual instrument weather. The balance may have been acquired in a flight simulator or as other types of instrument flight time; e.g. hood instrument.
INSTRUCTOR TIME - 500 HOURS: Must be related to the nature of the instruction work and the category of aircraft operated (i.e., airplane or helicopter) in the position to be filled. If the purpose of the position is to provide instruction in instrument flight techniques, one-half of the flight time must have involved instrument instruction in either airplanes or helicopters.
See Qualifications Required Section.
Information Regarding KSAs: 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 Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) section, 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.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Demonstrated Abilities and Other Factors 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.
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.
NOTES:
1) Some, none, or all candidates may be interviewed.
2) Applicants must apply online to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted.
3) 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.
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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.
Supporting documentation, e.g. Certificates, Required form(s), Notification of Personnel Actions SF-50, Veterans documents etc. will be accepted in combination with your on-line application. These documents must be uploaded or faxed to 405-954-3003 by the closing date of this announcement. All submitted documents should reference the announcement number.
Copies of documents are required, failure to provide copies will eliminate you from consideration.
1) FAA Form 3330-47-3, "Supplemental Qualifications Statement for 1825 and 2181 Series"
2) Valid Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (Front and Back).
Applicants claiming eligibility for the Expanded Veterans Hiring Opportunity (EVHO), MUST submit a DD Form 214 reflecting character of service to verify eligibility by the closing date of the announcement as requested by the Human Resource Office. Eligibility for EVHO will be considered based on applicable documentation submitted by the closing date.
If you are a current or former Federal employee (including a current FAA employee), you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement. You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application. If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.
If you are a current Federal employee and need a current copy of your SF-50, please contact your personnel office. If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https://eopf.opm.gov/dot/. If you are a former Federal employee, you can obtain a copy of your SF-50 by writing the National Personnel Records Center Annex, 1411 Boulder Boulevard, Valmeyer, IL 62295. Additional information is available from this link: http://www.archives.gov/st-louis/civilian-personnel/.
Expanded Veterans Hiring Opportunity (EVHO) are those veterans who are honorably discharged from the Armed Forces after completing at least three (3) years of continuous active service. Applicants claiming eligibility for EVHO, MUST submit a DD Form 214 reflecting character of service to verify eligibility by the closing date of the announcement as requested by the Human Resource Office. Eligibility for EVHO will be considered based on applicable documentation submitted by the closing date.
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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 have a status of "Received" 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 have a status of "Received" each time a referral list is created in order to receive consideration for positions associated with register.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/542438900. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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