USAJOBS · 8 hours ago
Supervisory Aircraft Pilot) (Temporary Opportunity) (Flight Test Section Manager)
Multiple Locations, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$112K/yr - $112K/yr
1+ years expThe Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking a Supervisory Aircraft Pilot to serve as a Section Manager within the Aircraft Certification Service. The role involves supervising multiple employees and organizational units, ensuring compliance with aviation safety regulations, and improving program policies and performance.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Applies a comprehensive knowledge of the technical aspects of the work in the Section and has a detailed understanding of the objectives of the organizational unit
Directs the work of subordinate employees in the section by: Direct Report Supervision: Monitors and evaluates performance
Executes personnel actions and/or corrective or disciplinary actions
Works to prepare employees for future opportunities across the division, with focus on continuity of operations and long-term organizational success
Coaches, mentors, and develops employees to perform current work and support career progression for the future
Ensures employees have technical skills to accomplish their assigned tasks
Work usually includes routine project/program tasks based on established policies, procedures, and guidelines
Monitors organizational health and regularly seeks input and feedback from employees
Establishes and enhances practices to encourage communication, collaboration, and innovation in the resolution of issues
Communicates and regularly reinforces connectivity between subordinate employee activities and the broader AlR mission
Defines and assigns accountability for key internal performance objectives
Engages personnel in monitoring key performance indicators and making adjustments necessary to achieve key performance objectives
Works with employees to identify resource needs and advocates for resources on behalf of the team
Established guidelines, policies, and procedures typically govern work
Resolves routine problems independently, but consults with higher-level management when existing guidelines are not available
The incumbent and the section performance is typically reviewed periodically by higher level management, often through status reports and organizational performance measures, to ensure timeliness, policy compliance, and alignment with project/program objectives
Oversees technical and administrative support programs of the office
Responsible for overall management responsibilities associated with the planning and direction of programs
Develops techniques to improve program and policies
Manages data systems, administrative processes, and data entry necessary to support office and branch performance metrics and dashboards that can be effectively used by the management team to manage branch and office performance
Oversees procurement and management of building operation and security
Supports the development of plans and techniques to improve program and policies
Engages employees in documenting, refining, and assuring compliance with processes governing all activities
Assesses the productivity, quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of organizational processes
Monitors and approves expenditure of funds
Reviews and approves time and attendance and assures accurate labor distribution reporting
Assigns, communicates, and clarifies context for tasks and responsibilities
Oversees daily operations to ensure timeliness, effectiveness, efficiency, productivity, and compliance with policy in attaining organizational goals
Facilitates coordination and effective communication across FAA organizations, the aviation industry, other civil aviation authorities, and union representatives to accomplish work
Establishes and maintains effective communications within AIR
Partners with other AIR organizations to accomplish work
Represents FAA at aviation events, industry conferences, and other civil aviation authority meetings on topics pertinent to the Section
Mediates the resolution of controversial technical disputes involving complex engineering issues
Qualification
Required
US Citizenship is required
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)
Designated or Random Drug Testing required
A one-year supervisor/managerial probationary period may be required
At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-J, FG/GS-14
Experience in developing plans and techniques to improve programs
Managing and directing work involved in the application of aviation safety regulations, policies and objectives to identify, define, or organize work for multiple work activities
Setting priorities and establishing schedules for completion
All applicants MUST possess a valid first or second-class medical certificate
Candidates must possess a current Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) rating with airplane single-engine and multi-engine land and instrument ratings or the appropriate military ratings
Candidates must demonstrate possession of the knowledge and skills required for the work by meeting certain minimum flight hour requirements, including recency of flight experience
Total Flight Time-1750 hours
Pilot-In-Command-1150 hours
Night Flying-75 hours
Flying Time, Last 12 Months-100 hours
Multi-engine Airplane-500 hours
Instrument-75 hours
Failure to successfully complete all required training, including the FAA initial flight test training course, and to obtain all required certificates may result in reassignment, demotion, or dismissal
Candidates may be required to demonstrate proficiency in an aircraft, including a flight check to demonstrate ability to perform flight test techniques
Benefits
Manager Performance Incentive (MPI)
Comprehensive benefits package
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold
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