Aviation Safety Inspector (Manufacturing) (Team Lead) (Temporary Opportunity )

Full Job Description

The System Oversight Division (AIR-800) oversees the performance of systems associated with design and production of aviation products, articles, and parts, as well as delegation systems and Safety Management Systems.

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; and 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: Have good distant vision in each eye and be able to read printed materials the size of typewritten characters (glasses and contact lenses permitted) without strain; Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted); Not have any physical condition that would cause them to be a hazard to themselves or others or 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 aircraft must: Possess a valid second-class medical certificate in accordance with Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) regulations; and 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.

To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-I, FG/GS-13.

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.

Specialized experience is: Experience applying technical knowledge and judgment to help solve issues by serving as a technical expert on investigations, operational safety, and manufacturing related concerns.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement. Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history. Major Duties:

The Aviation Safety Inspector (Team Lead- MFG) position will serve as a Senior Aviation Safety Inspector (SASI) assisting the manager in completing daily duties and responsibilities associated with supporting the operation of the office.

The incumbent works independently and exercises sound judgement when making decisions affecting the office.

In the absence of the manager may serve as acting manager for assigned office as well as other offices when needed or requested.

As instructed by the manager, the SASI is authorized to direct and assign work of office personnel and may serve as an approver for actions routinely performed by the manager as permitted by policy.

The SASI reports to the manager on performance progress. training of employees, and disciplinary problems. Makes recommendations to the manager regarding promotions.

reassignments, recognition, and personnel needs. Approves spot/short term leave requests. Resolves simple complaints of employees and refers others to the manager.

Communicates assignments, projects, and problems to be solved, to include deadlines and milestones for completion.

The SASI signs office correspondence and reports ensuring that all actions and/or program reporting requirements assigned to the office are completed within defined schedules.

Serves as the focal point for programs such as the Quality Management System, Oversee System Performance, and AVS Staffing Tool and Reporting System.

The SASI applies experience and a comprehensive knowledge in evaluating compliance for applicants, Production Approval Holders (PAHs) and/or holders of Organization Designation Authorizations (ODAs) with the applicable Code of Federal Regulations, FAA Policy, and non ­U.S.

regulations governed by Bilateral Agreements. The SASI serves as primary advisor to the manager on major projects and/or programs.

The SASI supports planning, organizing and conducting audits (both domestic and international); continued operational safety oversight; production and airworthiness certification: compliance oversight: and oversight programs for designee and delegated organizations.

The SASI applies risk management in planning and decision making at a system level.

A clear understanding of FAA and industry roles and responsibilities is needed to enable an effective and appropriate level of FAA involvement in consideration of shared safety responsibilities.

Additionally, the SASI uses systems thinking to address the responsibilities listed above.

As the agency moves toward a system-based approach, the SASI determines how to efficiently and effectively oversee entities based upon compliance and safety risks within the aviation system.

As a Team Lead, the SASI serves as mentor, coach and role model to ASls/ASEs within the office and across the organization.

As a leader in the organization, the SASI assists the manager in promoting Al R's goals and objectives by demonstrating behaviors that support informed decision-making and enhanced collaboration with internal/external stakeholders.

Provides guidance to lower-level technical staff on how to solve difficult technical issues. Independently resolves routine technical problems without the intervention of management.

Work is reviewed periodically at major milestones and at completion, for technical compliance and alignment with the requirements of the project or other work activity.