Aviation Safety Inspector – U.S. Department of Transportation Position


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Position Summary:

The Aircrew Program Manager (APM) is responsible for the adequacy of aircrew ground and flight training/testing and standards for specific aircraft of an assigned air carrier. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Principal Operations Inspector (POI). Manages programs on assigned aircraft including designated examiners and/or Aircrew Program Designees (APD).

Key Responsibilities:

The APM is responsible for the adequacy of aircrew ground and flight training/testing and standards for specific aircraft of an assigned air carrier. Work is performed under the general supervision of the Principal Operations Inspector (POI). Manages programs on assigned aircraft including designated examiners and/or Aircrew Program Designees (APD).

Develop a work program to insure periodic surveillance of designated pilot and flight engineer examiners, pilot and flight engineer check airmen, and company training programs. Ensures the assigned air carrier conducts flight crew training and testing required by appropriate FARs, FAA approved training programs, and current testing standards. Serves as the technical advisor to the POI on assigned areas of the company’s training and testing programs.

Conducts enforcement investigations and prepares final reports and recommendations on disposition. Performs or assists in the emergency suspension of airmen certificates. Conducts re-examination of certificated airmen. Monitors assigned areas of the flight crew training program and associated records to ensure compliance with pertinent FARs, national and regional directives, and safe operating practices.

Required Education & Experience:

  • Fluency in the English language;
  • Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted);
  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Valid State driver’s license;
  • This is not a virtual or remote sited position.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • 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;
  • Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents)