Aviation Safety Inspector, (Air Carrier - Maintenance), Principal Maintenance Inspector
Federal Aviation Administration
Posted: January 28, 2026 (1 day ago)
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U.S. Pacific Fleet
Department of the Navy
Location
Salary
$93,445 - $144,457
per year
Type
Full Time
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Base salary range: $88,520 - $115,079
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-12. Expert-level knowledge in field.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves leading and analyzing maintenance support programs for naval operations, focusing on improving procedures, managing projects, and coordinating supply logistics to keep everything running smoothly within budgets and timelines.
A good fit would be someone with experience in program analysis, project management, and logistics who enjoys working in a structured team environment like the military or government.
It's ideal for detail-oriented professionals who can communicate effectively and solve operational problems.
You will serve as a PROGRAM ANALYST (LEAD MAINTENANCE ACTIVITY) in the SUPPLY OPERATIONS SUPPORT DIVISION - (CODE 501) of PEARL HARBOR NSY AND IMF.
GS-13: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the (GS-12) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
Specialized experience must demonstrate experience establishing standards for work methods, preparing and presenting analysis reports, conducting assessments of new and existing procedures, reviewing problems encountered, and recommending solutions or corrective measures.
GS-12: Your resume must demonstrate at least one year of specialized experience at or equivalent to the (GS-11) grade level or pay band in the Federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector.
Specialized experience must demonstrate experience preparing analysis reports, implementing established procedures, conducting reviews of new and existing procedures, and monitoring execution of plans to identify improvements areas.
Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management web site: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social).
Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. Major Duties:
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