Bachelor's degree in math, engineering, or science with 15 years of ATC experience in a Level 8 or higher facility.
Eight years of relevant experience can substitute for a degree.
Must be able to work full-time from the Central Service Area (Fort Worth, TX).
Terminal experience is strongly preferred.
Position expected to be available in November or December 2026.
Responsibilities
Review and validate Mandatory Occurrence Reports (MORs).
Investigate surface incidents, including runway incursions and pilot deviations, and conduct interviews as needed.
Complete preliminary reporting forms, such as FAA Form 8020-17, for various incidents.
Create replays and retrieve voice recordings to assist in investigations.
Prepare reports to support and communicate program status as requested by the QA Manager.
Communicate with FAA Facilities and other program offices regarding QA/QC and runway safety issues.
Contact field facilities to gather information not obtainable through other methods.
Benefits
Opportunity to work in a critical safety role within the FAA.
Engagement with various FAA facilities and program offices.
Potential for career advancement in quality assurance and control.
Access to a collaborative work environment focused on safety and compliance.
Full Job Description
Responsibilities:
Review and validation of Mandatory Occurrence Reports (MORs).
Investigates surface incidents including runway incursions, vehicle/pedestrian deviations, pilot deviations, ATC loss of separation. As appropriate conducts interviews of pilots.
Completes required preliminary reporting forms, i.e., FAA Form 8020-17, for various incidents.
Creates replays and retrieves voice recordings to assist in investigation, research, and review of incidents.
As requested by the QA Manager prepares reports to support and communicate program status.
Communicates with FAA Facilities and other program offices. Purpose of communication is to provide assistance to field facilities concerning QA/QC and Runway Safety issues and share information with other program offices.
Contacts field facilities to request information that cannot be obtained through other methods.
Minimum Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in math, engineering, or science plus a minimum of 15 years ATC experience in a LVL 8 or higher FAA/military equivalent ATC facility.
Educational Requirement: In lieu of an applicable bachelor's degree eight (8) years of relevant experience may be substituted
Candidate must able to work out of the Central Service Area (Forth Worth, TX office) on a full time basis.
Terminal experience strongly preferred.
This position is anticipated to become available in November or December 2026.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience as a QA/QC specialist or manager in a field ATC facility, District, Service Center/Service Area office, or at FAA Headquarters
