Summary

The Partial Program Manager (Powerplant) has primary responsibility for the adequacy of the

operators maintenance, preventative maintenance, and alteration programs accomplished on

POWERPLANTS off wing.

Duties

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Under the general direction of the Principal Inspector, accomplishes the following duties:

A. Technical Administration

Within assigned technical program, 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 record keeping system: and have facilities and procedures that

meet all regulatory requirements. Regularly visits the organization's stations and other offices to

maintain contact with their management officials; coordinates with the Principal Inspector for

correction of any 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 instances of

noncompliance with the MEL.

Conducts enforcement investigations and prepares final reports and recommendations on

disposition. Performs or supervises the 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 and/or written technical assistance to legal counsel, testifies at court trials and

formal hearings, and gives depositions.

Coordinates with geographic inspectors for the accomplishment of non-routine air carrier

surveillance.

B. Certification

Responsible for initial and ongoing certification of engines and APUs for air carriers, aircraft, and

air agencies. Responsible for initial and ongoing certification of airmen. makes

recommendations on the appointment of designees.

Evaluates requests not previously specified in the maintenance portion of the operations

specifications and approves or disapproves requests and provides additional conditions and

limitations as needed.

Provides guidance to the assigned air carrier in development of required engine and APU

maintenance manuals and record keeping systems. Reviews and determines adequacy of engine

manuals associated with the air carriers engine and APU maintenance programs and revisions

thereto. Assures that manuals and revisions comply with regulatory requirements, prescribes

safe practices, and furnishes clear and specific instructions governing engine and APU

maintenance programs. Approves operations specifications and amendments thereto.

Determines if the 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 an 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 the air carrier's training program meets the 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 that will be required prior to approval.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
• Selectee will be required to report to an FAA/AVS facility.
• This is not a 100% telework position. Situational telework may be available based on the needs of the Office.

Qualifications

General Requirements for All Positions:

1. Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal Aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years
2. Valid State driver's license
3. Fluency in the English language
4. No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance, and
5. High School diploma or equivalent.

Medical Requirements for All Positions:

Applicants must be physically able to perform the duties of the Aviation Safety Inspector position in a safe and efficient manner, and must meet all of the following requirements:

1. 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);
2. Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted); and
3. Not 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.

In addition, applicants for positions that require participation in the operation of the aircraft must:

1. Possess a valid second class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations; and
2. Pass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA.

Applicants not requiring valid second-class medical certificates who are tentatively selected will be required to:

1. Provide documentation from a board-certified physician certifying that they meet the minimal medical requirements; or
2. Individuals who do not meet the minimum medical requirements but who are otherwise qualified will receive an individualized assessment to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position.

Applicants for Aviation Safety Inspector Air Carrier (Maintenance) positions must meet all of the following requirements.

1. Experience involving the maintenance and repair of airframes, power plants, and systems of multi-engine aircraft of more than 12,500 pounds maximum certificated takeoff weight maintained under an airworthiness maintenance and inspection program.
2. Aircraft maintenance experience in a repair station; air carrier or airline repair facility; military repair facility; or local, state, or Federal governmental agency.
3. Experience involving the maintenance and repair of airframes, power plants, and aircraft systems with responsibility for certifying airworthiness.
4. FAA Mechanic Certificate with Airframe and Power Plant ratings.

AND

In addition to meeting the minimum requirements, applicants must have one year (52 weeks) of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level in the normal line of progression (FG-13/GS-13 or Pay Band I), as an Aviation Safety Inspector, Air Carrier Maintenance. Specialized Experience includes:

• Evaluates and decides upon proposals to change the authorized programs of organizations.
• Monitors, plans or conducts inspection programs.
• Assures that assigned organizations are properly and adequately organized, staffed, and equipped; have and conduct an adequate training program, including an acceptable record keeping system; and have facilities and procedures that meet all regulatory requirements.
• Responsible for the conduct of enforcement investigations and preparation of final reports and recommendations on disposition

Recency is waived for current employees in the 1825 series.

Qualifications must be meet by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent.

Ingrade/Downgrade applications will be accepted.

All or none of the candidates may be interviewed.

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)/Leadership and Management Dimension (LMD) 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/LMD.

In lieu of providing a KSA NARRATIVE response in the text box listed below each KSA/LMD, in your work history on your resume/application, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA/LMD. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Please also ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information: Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job); Duties (be specific in describing your duties); Employer's name and address; Supervisor name and phone number; Start and end dates including month and year (e.g. June 2007 to April 2008); Full-time or part-time status (include hours worked per week); & Salary. Determining length of Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible due to an incomplete application.

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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Additional information

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. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements

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Benefits

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