Summary The incumbent serves as a principal technical expert within the Training & Standards Group, AJF-3200. As an Aerospace Engineering Technician expert, the incumbent works as the interoffice focal point, performing work requiring highly complex & challenging technical activities. Develops, administers, & ensures CASS/Reliability successfully monitor, analyze & optimize the performance & effectiveness to ensure compliance with Title 14 of the Code of Federal Regulations. Responsibilities Provides authoritative information and leadership on policy and interpretation of regulations for work of broad scope and complexity associated with analyzing, designing, altering, developing, installing, repairing, fabricating, maintaining, and/or evaluating the most complex systems for which the FAA is responsible. ls the main focal point and facilitator of the CASS Review Board meetings and is responsible for the development and distribution of the CASS/Reliability report and presentation. The incumbent has authority and responsibility to make decisions and recommendations on the airworthiness of agency aircraft. Determines risk factors and the actions required to mitigate potential safety risks for the Aircraft Maintenance Directorate in support of AJF aircraft maintenance programs. Serves as a focal point for maintenance information on aircraft related to achievement of a robust (CASS). Responsible to insure that aircraft reliability, internal and external audit reports, along with ASAP and Safety report findings are used for the surveillance of the performance and effectiveness of the CAMP and to aid in the correction of any deficiencies identified. Communicates objectives to team members, sets priorities, coaches and develops employees; provides recommendations to the supervisor on employee performance, progress and training needs and on conduct/discipline issues and approves short-term leave requests. Incumbent will have access to confidential matters, information and decisions that would affect and/or influence managerial policy that impacts bargaining unit actions. Applies broad experience and comprehensive technical knowledge of maintenance operations and experience in aircraft mechanical and/or electrical systems to solve new or obscure problems relating to technical, regulatory and procedural matters. Exercises judgment in the selection and application of processes and/or practices to specific problems where precedents are not applicable. Regularly monitors contracts and vendors that provide services and products at the duty location or offsite at the maintenance provider location. Has full authority to make airworthiness determinations when exercising his/her Airframe & Powerplant Certificate or operating under Contracting Officer Representative (COR) authority. In accordance with the 14 CFR 65 Certification: Airmen other flight crewmember Subpart D Mechanics, and Subpart E Repairmen and the Acquisition Management System (AMS). Is considered a technical expert within the AJF for aircraft maintenance activities and must possess an FAA Airframe and Powerplant certificate. Work directly supports the objectives of the agency and the safe and continual operation of the NAS and/or FAA Flight Program mission activities. Organizes and presents information to others in a clear and concise manner, basing decisions and recommendations on an objective analysis of the facts. Applies a high measure of ability to understand, evaluate, and relate the viewpoints of individuals from both the agency and industry when addressing various aircraft maintenance and regulatory issues. Contacts are both internal and external. Incumbent works closely with individuals at various levels within the agency and from industry, both nationally and internationally (i.e., Flight Standards District Office, Aircraft Certification Office, etc.). Formulates and recommends organizational positions on major agency activities to senior managers. Represents the organization as a primary technical authority for major projects and programs and other work activities to coordinate and implement plans or to obtain information and resolve problems. Coordinates with other organizations and agencies concerned with FAA activities. May be physically required to perform heavy lifting and carrying 45 pounds and over, pulling hand over hand, pushing, reaching above shoulder, walking, standing, crawling, and kneeling for extensive periods of time. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications To qualify for this position at the FV-I (GS/FG-13) level, applicants must have at least 52 weeks of Specialized Experience equivalent to the FV-H (GS/FG-12) level that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE includes experience with regulatory framework in program operates; experience negotiating and leading the achievement of goals and objectives of aircraft maintenance programs; experience in applying analysis and resolution of very complex or sensitive problems related quality assurance and quality control; Experience involving the maintenance and repair of airframes, power plants, and aircraft systems with responsibility for certifying airworthiness; Experience with directing and coordinating resources to provide maintenance/inspections on highly modified aviation platforms; Experience in the oversight of an aircraft/avionics maintenance program in accordance with established standards, policies, practices and procedures. To qualify for this position at the FV-J (GS/FG-14) level, applicants must have at least 52 weeks of Specialized Experience equivalent to the FV-I (GS/FG-13) level that has equipped the applicant with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of this position. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE includes experience with regulatory framework in program operates; experience in applying analysis and resolution of very complex or sensitive problems related quality assurance and quality control; experience involving the maintenance and repair of airframes, power plants, and aircraft systems with responsibility for certifying airworthiness; experience with directing and coordinating resources to provide maintenance/inspections on highly modified aviation platforms; experience in the oversight of an aircraft/avionics maintenance program in accordance with established standards, policies, practices and procedures; experience negotiating and leading the achievement of goals and objectives of aircraft maintenance programs. In addition to the minimum qualifications, the following has been determined to be a selective placement factor for all band levels of this position. This means possession of this criterion is part of the minimum qualifications and is essential to perform the duties and responsibilities of this position. Applicants who do not possess this criterion are ineligible for further consideration. SELECTIVE PLACEMENT FACTOR (SPF): Applicants must possess a valid FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) certificate. A copy of your A&P certificate (front and back) must be uploaded to receive consideration for this position. Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Education See Qualifications Required Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Demonstrated Abilities and 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 priority grouping and referred to the selecting official for consideration. 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 Knowledge, Skills and Ability (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. 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 The U.S. Department of Transportation strives to ensure that equity, transparency, accountability, collaboration, and communication permeate all that we do for the betterment of the Department, the traveling public, and our nation. As such, DOT values a highly diverse workforce of persons who promote a culture of belonging by respecting the personal dignity and worth of each individual and fostering a positive environment where all feel safe and welcome. If these commitments coincide with your personal ideals and professional aspirations, please consider joining the DOT family. This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing. NOTES: 1) Applicants must apply online to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted. 2) 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. 3) Some, none, or all candidates may be interviewed. 4) To receive consideration for this position, applicants must upload the required documents or email to 9-AMC-AHF-S210@faa.gov before the closing date of the announcement (See Required Documents). 5) One position is to be filled at one of the following duty locations: Oklahoma City, OK; Kennesaw, GA; Battle Creek, MI; Atlantic City, NJ; Sacramento, CA; Arlington, VA; Anchorage, AK; Fort Worth, TX. 6) Locality pay: OKC/Battle Creek:16.82%; Arlington:33.26%; Sacramento:29.16%; Kennesaw:23.45%; Fort Worth:26.91%; Anchorage:31.96%; Atlantic City:28.55%. 7) This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: Pay & Benefits | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov). 8) This position has physical requirements. You must be able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position without hazard to yourself or others. Selectee must pass a pre-employment physical prior to appointment. 9) To confirm receipt of documents, Please contact Jeff Westlake at Jeffrey.K.Westlake@faa.gov. This is not a bargaining unit position. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay , COLA