Unmanned Aircraft Systems Safety Specialist

Job Description:

This position is located within the Emerging Technologies Division, AFS-700. Serves as an Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Safety Specialist. Responsible for applying knowledge of and experience with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) for the development and implementation of standards, programs, and procedures for FAA Field personnel and the public governing all matters to unmanned aircraft.

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FV-I:

The incumbent will perform multiple, varying, and complex assignments under the limited direction of a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional. Applies experience and advanced technical knowledge of Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR) for the development and implementation of standards, programs, and procedures for FAA Field personnel and the public governing all matters to unmanned aircraft.

Performs special studies and assists in developing plans, policies, procedures, guidance, resources, and similar documents on operational and administrative matters. Assignments frequently require knowledge and experience working across functional and/or organizational lines.

Applies advanced knowledge of Unmanned Aircraft System Safety standards to evaluate, analyze, and formulate decisions using the laws, regulations, and safety standards pertaining to the operation and airworthiness of UAS engaged in commercial, general, and agricultural operations, and its associated systems.

Performs safety duties concerned with the inspection and surveillance of unmanned aircraft and its associated systems. Collaborates closely with other USS and/or Manager(s).

Analyzes and monitors broad program elements; Evaluates safety activities of complex UAS organizations; Evaluates program change proposals; Examines and issues airworthiness certificates and makes airworthy determinations as appropriate (UAS only).

Examines certificates, and monitors UAS mechanic, UAS remote pilot operator, other UAS aviation organizations for compliance with safety regulations

FV-J:

The incumbent will perform multiple, varying and complex assignments under the minimal direction of a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced technical specialist. Acts as principal technical specialist or as a project manager or team leader for large work activities. The incumbent will apply experience and comprehensive technical knowledge of aviation safety standards associated with matters related to unmanned aircraft and will independently provide a full range of program support and analytical/investigative expertise.

The incumbent will research, develop, and evaluate all aspects of aviation safety systems data to effectively meet operational requirements and program goals. Receives instruction in terms of the objectives of assignments and are expected to deal with problem and unusual situations on their own.

Defines, organizes and assigns resources to accomplish organization objectives. Allocates resources and works with team members or individually to accomplish large work activities within the established schedules. Leads activities associated with analytical studies using investigative/research methodologies and techniques to identify emerging and changing performance, risks, and development of performance strategies and metrics.

Monitors operators’ complex maintenance facility and determine if it is adequately staffed and equipped to perform work in compliance with applicable UAS safety standards. (In comparison, FV-I employees interact with aviation organizations on a narrower, more specific assignment.) Evaluates and issue certificates for UAS maintenance. Continually monitor the activities of UAS operators and their maintenance practices to ensure that they comply with their UAS programs as necessary.

Monitors UAS which have undergone major alterations and/or repairs, ensuring compliance with appropriate UAS safety standard, technical orders and bulletins, manufacturers specifications, etc.

All levels will perform other duties as assigned.

Job 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).

Qualifications

To qualify for the FV-I:

To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-H, FG/GS-10-12. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position. Experience includes knowledge with technical administration, certification, and surveillance; The development and execution of programs that improve organizational effectiveness, efficiency, and/or meet strategic objectives; Advanced knowledge of Unmanned Aircraft System Safety standards to evaluate, analyze, and formulate decisions using the laws, regulations, and safety standards pertaining to the operation and airworthiness of UAS engaged in commercial, general, and agricultural operations, and its associated systems.

To qualify for the FV-J:

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. Experience includes analyzing and performing aircraft certification and surveillance services in order to make recommendation for improvements and providing advice and guidance to management. Researching, developing and evaluating aspects of aviation safety systems data to effectively meet operational requirements and program goals.

RESUMES ARE LIMITED TO TWO PAGES. IN DESCRIBING YOUR WORK EXPERIENCE AND/OR EDUCATION, PLEASE BE CLEAR AND SPECIFIC AND INCLUDE INFORMATION AS IT RELATES TO THE QUALIFICATIONS AND SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS OF THIS POSITION. See "How to Apply" for more information.

Qualification requirements must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcements.

Education

None

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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

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) 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.

In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA, in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate.

How You Will Be Evaluated for Internal Announcements:

Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSA); Demonstrated Abilities; Leadership and Management Dimensions; or Other Factors listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration.

Incomplete Applications:

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.

Applicants may be asked to verify information on your application for employment with the FAA.

Interviews: Some, all or none of the applicants may be interviewed.

The position may be filled at the FV-I or FV-J.

Full promotion potential to the FV-JLevel: Identification of promotion in the vacancy announcement does not constitute a commitment or an obligation on the part of management to promote the employee selected at some future date. Promotion will depend upon the selectee meeting training, qualification requirements, and recommendation by the supervisor.

Duty Location: Selectee will be required to report to an FAA Aviation Safety (AVS) Duty Location.

This is not a bargaining unit position.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

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How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

IMPORTANT: Applicants may be rated on the extent and quality of experience, education, and training relevant to the duties of the position(s). All answers provided in the on-line process must be substantiated. Ensure that your application package/resume supports your responses.

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Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) must be submitted by closing date of the announcement.

If you are an FAA employee, you MUST provide a copy of your SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) containing information in Blocks 15, 17, 18, 19, 22, and 24 so it can be used to verify your position title, series, grade, tenure, and organization of record by the closing date of the announcement. You may fax your SF-50 or upload it into the on-line application. If faxing the SF-50, please ensure you include the vacancy announcement number on the faxed copy.

If you are an FAA employee, you can access and print your SF-50 from the eOPF system https://eopf.opm.gov/dot/.

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

Job Ident #: 859876200

Company Details

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20591 USA
www.faa.gov/jobs

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Job Info

Location

Washington DC, District of Columbia, United States

Type

Contractor

Salary Range

$90,547 - $216,637

Company Details

Federal Aviation Administration

800 Independence Ave, SW
Washington, DC 20591 USA
www.faa.gov/jobs