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• Aviation Safety Inspector (Flight Oversight)

  Federal Aviation Administration · North Olmsted, Ohio

  This Aviation Safety Inspector position is located in the Air Transportation Division, Training and Simulation Branch, AFS-280. Responsible for applying expert knowledge of and experience with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) for the development and implementation of standards governing all matters related to general aviation and air carrier operations safety issues. The incumbent serves an Aviation Safety Inspector responsible for reviewing and evaluating, on a continuing basis, established rules and regulations related to assigned technical programs to assure that they have kept pace with the needs to which they were directed and that they are still reasonable, necessary, and adequate. Responsible for the preparation of Federal Register notices regarding assigned technical programs for original petitions for exemptions and analysis of technical input from other employees within Flight Standards. Also, the incumbent coordinates with other Aviation Safety and Flight Standards Organizations to develop a complete analysis and appropriate response. Analyzes and evaluates the effectiveness of division policy in assigned programs areas to include evaluation and analysis. Develops policies, including advisory circulars, inspector guidelines, and training standards related to certification, inspection, surveillance and operation of assigned program areas. Participates in national and international working groups and panels with other organization elements of the agency, or other government agencies, International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO) and industry representatives for the purpose of resolving complex and controversial problems having a direct influence on the safety of assigned technical programs operations, facilities, and equipment. Conducts or participates in group or team meetings which include representatives of other government agencies, the aviation industry, aviation organizations, state, municipal and foreign governments where assigned programs and responsibilities are involved. Engages with internal and external stakeholders to promote safety, understanding, and compliance related to assigned programs. Prepares, reviews, and drafts inputs on a variety of correspondence to other organizations within Flight Standards, aviation industry, other governmental agencies, Members of Congress, and the public, much of which is highly technical and high priority. Provides technical support and conducts research for internal stakeholders related to a variety of issues. Reviews Safety Assurance office requests to ensure all safety critical information is received from external stakeholders. Responsible for developing agency-wide policies, procedures, and strategies. Additionally, the inspector provides expert technical advice, guidance, and recommendations to agency management and other senior agents, officers, or inspectors on critical operations. The inspector collects and analyzes operational and strategic intelligence from a wide range of sources, including federal, state, and local law enforcement agencies, military departments, foreign governments, financial institutions, and technology companies. The complexity of the work is characterized by addressing the most significant and complex issues in areas of changing and/or conflicting policy or program requirements. The inspector makes decisions and recommendations in situations complicated by uncertainty in approach, methodology, and/or interpretation due to factors such as extreme sensitivity, the existence of few or no precedents, significant unresolved legal or regulatory issues, intense and widespread public, media, or congressional interest, emerging and innovative methods and patterns of non-compliant or criminal activity, the sophistication of networks involved, and issues of multi-jurisdictional authority. The inspector must develop innovative strategies, approaches, or methods to serve as precedents or models for similar situations in the future.

  $125,776 – $197,200/yrvia USAJOBSAviation7h ago

• Aviation Safety Inspector (AW-ACM (PPM-PP))

  Federal Aviation Administration · Coraopolis, Pennsylvania

  Primary responsibility is for adequacy of the operators maintenance, preventative maintenance, and alteration programs accomplished on POWERPLANTS off wing. The PPM (Powerplant) coordinates with the PPM (Fleet) on Airworthiness Directive, compliance, Mechanical Reliability Reporting, Mechanical Interruption Summary Reporting, engine removal rates, powerplant related incidents, powerplant training programs, approval and modifications of powerplant maintenance and reliability programs. Under the general direction of the Principal Inspector, performs the following: Technical Administration Assures on a continuing basis the organizations are properly and adequately organized, staffed and equipped, have and conduct an adequate training program including an acceptable recordkeeping system, and have facilities and procedures that meet regulatory requirements. Regularly visits organization's stations and offices to maintain contact with management officials; coordinates with the Principal Inspector for correction of deficiencies/discrepancies. Develops maintenance program requirements for engines and APUs through participation on Maintenance Review Boards. Coordinates Minimum Equipment List (MEL) for engines for approval with Principal Operations Inspector. Takes enforcement action in instances of noncompliance. Conducts enforcement investigations and prepares final reports and recommendations on disposition. Performs or supervises emergency suspension of certificates or cancellations of operations specifications. Conducts or directs the re-examination of certificated airmen or recertification of an operator or agency. Conducts investigations of public complaints, congressional inquiries and aircraft incidents and accidents. Provides verbal/written technical assistance to legal counsel, testifies at court trials and formal hearings and gives depositions. Certification Responsible for initial and ongoing certification of engines and APUs for air carriers, aircraft and air agencies; and certification of airmen. Makes recommendations on appointment of designees. Evaluates requests not previously specified in the maintenance portion of the operations specifications and approves/disapproves and provides conditions and limitations as needed. Provides guidance to air carrier in development of engine and APU maintenance manuals and recordkeeping systems. Reviews and determines adequacy of engine manuals associated with air carrier¿s engine and APU maintenance programs and revisions. Assures manuals and revisions comply with regulatory requirements, prescribe safe practices and furnish clear and specific instructions governing engine and APU maintenance programs. Approves operations specifications and amendments. Determines if engine and APU maintenance facilities being established or contract arrangements entered into by air carriers for the purpose of overhaul work, major repair and alterations, and other maintenance are satisfactory. Reviews changes and negotiates with air carrier management to resolve problems. Determines if engine and APU overhaul and inspection time limitations warrant revision. Evaluates operator's proposed engine and APU reliability programs for compliance with national policies. Advises operator of deficiencies and required changes. Approves/disapproves engine and APU reliability programs. Determines if air carrier's training program meets requirements of the CFRs, is compatible with the engine and APU maintenance program, is properly organized and effectively conducted and results in trained and competent personnel. Directs or participates in proving flight evaluations to determine compliance with the CFRs. Recommends changes required prior to approval. Surveillance Directs/performs inspection and surveillance of the air carrier's continuous airworthiness engine and APU maintenance program. Monitors all phases of the air carrier's engine and APU maintenance operation including engine and APU maintenance, engineering, quality control, production control, training and reliability programs. Analyzes trends to detect deterioration in the maintenance program. Analyzes engine and APU reports submitted by air carrier to ensure compliance with maintenance program and assures air carrier has an effective continuing analysis and surveillance program to meet the requirements of the CFRs. Monitors activities of air operators, air agencies and designees.

  $107,446 – $139,684/yrvia USAJOBSAviation2d ago

• Supervisory Aviation Safety Inspector (Rotorcraft-Helicopter)

  Federal Aviation Administration · Canton, Ohio

  This position serves as a Supervisory Aviation Safety Inspector (Rotorcraft-Helicopter) in AFS-800 who will manage a Flight Standards organization and direct the work of multiple organizational units and subordinate employees. This position may be filled as a Front-Line or Middle Manager Will report to the applicable manager of the assigned organization and will execute the agency's aviation safety mission, communicate and build change coalitions; seek out opportunities to support change across the organization; and employ best practices for sponsoring change and manage resistance. Responsible for aviation safety activities in a complex and dynamic air carrier and/or general aviation environment that includes experience in Rotorcraft-Helicopter. Applies advanced knowledge of the technical aspects of the work directed and ensures the promotion of the highest level of safety compliance with regulatory standards while utilizing transparency of data exchange that includes the identification of hazards and management of risk. Manages and sets clear performance standards that promote accountability, a sense of individual responsibility, professionalism, and pride for organizational performance to subordinates. Responsible for the leadership, planning, prioritizing, direction, communication, tasking, training, and scheduling of work. Responsible for time and attendance, leave approval, performance evaluation, corrective and disciplinary actions, and setting front line office goals and objectives. Supports effective problem solving by ensuring subordinates are accountable to address challenges and barriers and are clear about roles and responsibilities for decision-making. Confirms active collaboration occurs beyond the organization and that solutions fully consider and represent all relevant perspectives/interests. Models creative thinking and innovation. Delegates work and empower subordinates to decentralize decision-making. Confirms subordinates take on expected work and produce intended results with minimal intervention. Applies advanced knowledge of budget, human resource management, and other administrative policies and procedures, and an advanced understanding of the objectives of the major subdivision. Makes effective resourcing decisions across several work teams; making certain they deliver expected output within required time frame and budget. Adjusts resourcing plans as needed to meet changing work conditions. Defines, plans, and organizes assigned budget, staff and other resources to accomplish objectives for more than one organizational team. Resolves all but unique problems without the intervention of higher-level management. Holds subordinates accountable for maintaining mutually productive partnerships with stakeholders as demonstrated by productive conflict and effective action taking to address issues impeding effectiveness. Meets with stakeholders regularly to identify potential impediments to team and organizational effectiveness. Works as a member of a leadership team and contributes to problem-solving beyond own function. Effectively aligns with other managers on organizational initiatives, strategies, and goals; testing for alignment with overarching business needs and ensures the team maintains shared accountability to commitments and agreements. Contacts are primarily within the organization, major subdivision and with the LOB/SO and higher-level management. Oversees aviation safety program functions that require access to classified information and systems up to the secret level. Attends meetings with executive leadership on topics that are sensitive or contain classified information. Demonstrates leadership and commitment to the FAA model EEO program. Ensures equal opportunity for all employees or applicants through compliance with applicable laws and regulations to eliminate discrimination, harassment, and retaliation. Cooperates fully and ensures the full cooperation of employees under his/her supervision in authorized EEO complaint processing. Ensures the alignment of projects/programs with tactical objectives.

  $131,438 – $228,000/yrvia USAJOBSAviation2d ago