The Fleet Training Manager (FTPM) serves as the primary operations interface between the training center, its training center evaluators (TCEs), ground/flight instructors, and the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Assures that the training center continuously meets the standards prescribed by the applicable Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR), agency orders, directives, assuring compliance in all aspects of training through the use of planned surveillance and inspection programs.

Duties

As the team lead, determines through surveillance and investigation that the training center is adequately staffed with appropriately qualified instructions and TCEs. Monitors TCEs to determine adequacy and quality of approved training programs. Conducts initial and annual training and designation of all assigned evaluators. Reviews flight training equipment discrepancy logs to assure compliance with established criteria. Assists the National Simulator Program Manager in initial and recurring qualifications of flight simulators and selected flight training devices.

Requirements

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
• Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
• Position is designated as Moderate Risk; a background investigation may be required

Qualifications

You must meet the minimum qualification requirements for an Aviation Safety Inspector in the 1825 series as outlined below: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; andHigh school diploma or equivalent.Medical Requirements: 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); andNot 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.When the predominant work involves general aviation operations, applicants for Aviation Safety Inspector (Operations) positions must meet all of the following requirements.Valid, unexpired Flight Instructor Certificate with single and multi-engine airplane and instrument airplane ratings. Must have given a minimum of 200 hours of flight instruction in an aircraft.Minimum of 1,500 total flight hours.Possession of single and multi-engine land airplane ratings.Not more than 2 flying accidents in the last 5 years in which the applicant's pilot error was involved.When the predominant work involves air carrier operations, applicants for Aviation Safety Inspector (Operations) positions must meet all of the following requirements.At least 1 year of pilot experience in multi-engine aircraft of more than 12,500 pounds maximum certificated takeoff weight.Not more than 2 flying accidents during the last 5 years in which the applicant's pilot error was involved.Professional flying skill as demonstrated in a simulator check to Airline Transport Pilot Standard.Minimum 100 flight hours during the last 3 years.Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument airplane rating (Department of Navy positions require pilot experience as demonstrated by previous ATP level performance in large multi-engine airplanes and helicopters).Possession of a valid second-class FAA medical certificate (For positions within the Department of Navy, applicants must also be physically qualified to ride as an observer aboard squadron aircraft. In addition, must also meet physical requirements to travel and lift heavy objects while performing mishap investigations); andMinimum 1,500 total flight hours.This position does not require a 2nd Class Medical. Incumbent will not be required to participate in the 4040 EBC Flight Program involving the use of airplanes. The incumbent will participate in the 4040 Flight Program limited to flight currency in simulators representative of his/her assigned fleet programs.In addition to meeting the minimum qualification requirements, applicants must have at least 52 weeks of specialized experience equivalent to the FG/GS-13 level. Specialized experience is defined as: assisting, conducting or performing various technical functions related to certification, surveillance, investigation and compliance recommendation of operational activities for FAR Part 135 air carriers/air operators.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 .Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.Recency of specialized experience is waived for current and former FAA employees in the 1825 series.

Education

Education is not qualifying and may not be substituted for this position.

Contacts

• Address Federal Aviation Administration AAL Regional HR Services Division 222 West 7th Ave #14 AHF-N100 Anchorage, AK 99513 US
• Name: Danita Coons
• Phone: 1 (907) 271-5427
• Email: danita.l.coons@faa.gov