Aviation Safety Inspector (Airworthiness)

This position is located at either a Region 4 or Region 6 Forest Service Office, Fire & Aviation Management, Regional Aviation Group. This position serves as an expert in providing technical expertise and knowledge on all avionics issues regarding aircraft and aviation maintenance and works on for projects of the National Airworthiness program. For additional information about the duties of this position, please see the Additional Information section for the regional point of contact.

Manages a Regional Aviation Maintenance Program.

Serves as team member for projects of the National Airworthiness Program.

Inspects and approves contractor and cooperator aircraft, fuel service vehicles, support equipment, and maintenance personnel.

Participates on Aviation Safety Assistance Teams (ASAT).

Participates in contract evaluation panels, review teams, and audits.

Ensures maintenance on Working Capital Fleet (WCF) aircraft.

Monitors and plans inspection programs including periodic field audits and reviews.

Exercises authority for oversight of one or more contract operators, which collectively employ a fleet of aircraft, powered by turbine or piston engines.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. Males born after 12-31-59 must be registered for Selective Service or exempt. Subject to satisfactory adjudication of background investigation and/or fingerprint check. Per Public Law 104-134 all Federal employees are required to have federal payments made by direct deposit to their financial institution. Successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, visit E-Verify. As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. Must possess and maintain a valid state driver's license. Must hold a current and valid Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Airframe and Power plant (A and P) Certificate. A copy of the certificate is required. Must hold a current and valid Federal Aviation Inspection Authorization (IA). A copy of the certificate is required. This is a drug testing designated position. You will be subject to pre-employment and random drug testing. Appointment is based on a negative result. This announcement constitutes 30 days advance notice.