Public Notice for General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, and Compliance (Direct Hire)

U.S. Department of Transportation

DC

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$34,454–$162,672 Per Year
SKILLS
Administrative Management, Aerospace and Defense, Air Traffic Control (ATC), Analysis Skills, Aviation Industry, Carrier Certification, Corrective Action, Data Analysis, Federal Assistance, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Federal Government, Federal Laws and Regulations, Government Organizations, HTTPS (HyperText Transport Protocol Secure), Human Resources, Interpret Regulations, Leadership, Legal, Maintain Compliance, Operational Audit, Peace Corps, Policy Development, Publications, Regulations, Regulatory Compliance, Reporting Skills, Research & Development (R&D), Risk, Risk Analysis, Safety Compliance, Safety Engineering, Safety Standards, Security Analysis, Solar Power, Strategic Planning, Surveillance, Technical Leadership, Travel Policy, United States Citizen, Veterans Health Information Systems Technology Architecture (VISTA), Willing to Travel
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DC
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30+ days ago

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Public Notice for General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, and Compliance (Direct Hire)

Department of Transportation

Federal Aviation Administration

Aviation Safety (AVS)

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Summary

Direct hiring authority for the 1801 series is being used to fill this position in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aviation Safety (AVS) Organization. Public Notices serve as a resume repository, and positions may or may not be filled from this announcement.

Learn more about this agency

Summary

Direct hiring authority for the 1801 series is being used to fill this position in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aviation Safety (AVS) Organization. Public Notices serve as a resume repository, and positions may or may not be filled from this announcement.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

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Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

12/30/2025 to 09/30/2026

Salary $34,454 - $162,672 per year

The salary listed does not include locality. Locality will be determined on the duty location of the selectee.

Pay scale & grade FG 5 - 15

Location

Many vacancies in the following location:

May be filled in various FAA duty locations

Many vacancies

Telework eligible Yes-Situational telework may be permitted in accordance with agency policy Travel Required Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted

Promotion potential

NA

Job family (Series)

  • 1801 General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, And Compliance Series

Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test No

Announcement number ACT-FAA-26-PUB NOT-96795 Control number 853257300

This job is open to

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The public

U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Veterans

Veterans of the U.S. Armed Forces or a spouse, widow, widower or parent of a veteran, who may be eligible for derived preference

Military spouses

Military spouses of active duty service members or whose spouse is 100 percent disabled or died on active duty.

Individuals with disabilities

Individuals who are eligible under Schedule A.

Peace Corps & AmeriCorps Vista

Individuals who have served at least 2 years with the Peace Corps or 1 year with AmeriCorps VISTA.

Special authorities

Individuals eligible under a special authority not listed in another hiring path.

Clarification from the agency

Open to all U.S. Citizens, Individuals with Disabilities, Military Spouses, Peace Corps & Vista Alumni, Veterans, and Special Authorities - 30% or more/VRA

Duties

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The incumbent will perform the primary duties of which are to administer, coordinate, supervise, or perform inspection, investigative, analytical, or advisory work to assure understanding of and compliance with Federal laws, regulations, or other mandatory guidelines to set, oversee, and enforce safety standards for all parts of the aviation industry.

Requirements

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Conditions of employment

  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Successful completion of security investigation may be required.
  • A one-year probationary period may be required.
  • Positions may be filled at any pay band level.
  • A pre-employment physical may be required.
  • FAA Duty location may be negotiable upon request.
  • Please Review Required Documents & Additional Information.

Qualifications

Reference U.S. OPM Individual Occupational Requirements for Administrative & Management Positions General Schedule Qualification Standards

To qualify for this position at the FG-5 level, applicants must have at least 3 years of general experience, 1 year of which is equivalent to the FV/FG/GS 4 or F level.

OR

Education

  • 4-year course of study leading to a bachelors degree

To qualify for this position at the FG-7 level, applicants must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at the FV-G or FG/GS-5 level.

Specialized experience includes developmental aviation safety and compliance support work by assisting with basic aviation related inspections, surveillance and certification tasks, preparing routing reports and correspondence and supporting investigations and compliance activities to ensure adherence to established standards, policies and guidelines.

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Education

  • 1 full year of graduate level education or superior academic achievement

To qualify for this position at the FG-9 level applicants must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at the FV-G or FG/GS-7 level.

Specialized experience includes progressively more challenging developmental aviation safety and compliance support work by assisting with basic aviation related inspections, surveillance and certification tasks, preparing routing reports and correspondence and supporting investigations and compliance activities to ensure adherence to established standards, policies and guidelines.

OR

Education

  • Master's or equivalent graduate degree or superior academic achievement

To qualify for this position at the FG-11 level, applicants must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at the FV-G or FG/GS- 9 level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Specialized experience includes performing aviation-related inspections, investigations, compliance activities, security risk assessments, and air carrier certification and surveillance as a contributing or independent team member; applying aviation regulations, policies and technical guidance; analyzing operational data; identifying safety or compliance issues; participating in accident or incident investigations; and recommending corrective actions with progressively less supervision.

OR

Education

  • Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree; or
  • 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree; or
  • LL.M., if related

To qualify for this position at the FG-12 level, applicants must possess52 weeks of specialized experience at the FV-G or FG/GS- 11 level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Specialized experience includes performing aviation-related inspections, investigations, compliance activities, security risk assessments, and air carrier certification and surveillance as a contributing or independent team member; applying and interpreting aviation regulations, policiesand technical guidance; analyzing operational data; identifyingsafety or compliance issues; participatingin accident or incident investigations; and recommending corrective actions.

To qualify for this position at the FG-13 level, applicants must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at the FV-H or FG/GS 10/11/12 level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Specialized experience includes experience leading or coordinating aviation-related inspections, investigations, compliance activities, air carrier certification/surveillance programs, and security risk assessments; independently interpreting and applying complex aviation regulations and policy; overseeing and contributing to accident or incident investigations resolving significant compliance and safety issues; providing technical expertise to lower graded personnel.

To qualify for this position at the FG-14 level, applicants must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at the FV-I or FG/GS 13 level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Specialized experience includes leading or supervising aviation inspections, investigations, air carrier certification and surveillance programs, and security risk assessments; independently interpreting and applying complex aviation regulations and policy, overseeing accident or incident investigations; resolving significant compliance and safety issues; providing technical expertise; and mentoring or guiding lower graded personnel.

To qualify for this position at the FG-15 level, applicants must possess 52 weeks of specialized experience at the FV-J or FG/GS 14 level. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the knowledge, skills, and abilities to successfully perform the duties of the position.

Specialized experience includes serving as a senior technical authority by managing complex aviation safety, compliance, certification, and surveillance programs with regional or national impact; providing authoritative interpretation of aviation regulations and policy; leading high-risk or high-visibility accident investigations; resolving unprecedented or highly complex safety and regulatory issues; advising senior leadership and external stakeholders; and influencing policy, procedures, and strategic initiatives to ensure sustained compliance with aviation standards.

Applicants should include examples of specialized experience in their work history.

Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcement.

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Make sure your resume includes detailed information to support your qualifications and answers to the job questionnaire.

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

Leave Enhancement: FAA organizations may offer enhanced annual leave accrual to newly appointed or reappointed employees. In order to receive consideration for such a benefit, applicants prior non-Federal service or active duty uniformed service must directly relate to the duties of the position to which appointed. Granting enhanced annual leave is at the sole discretion of the hiring organization, and granting such benefit is not an entitlement nor guaranteed to any newly hired employee.

Applications will be accepted from any U.S. citizen. On-the-Spot will be used to fill this position. The Rule of Three, Veterans Preference and traditional rating and ranking of applicants does not apply to this vacancy.

IMPORTANT NOTES:

1) Applicants must apply on-line to receive consideration for this public notice announcement. Faxed, mailed or emailed applications cannot be accepted. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the job.

2) Some, none, or all candidates may be interviewed.

3) Positions may be filled at any pay band level.

4) This Public Notice will serve as a resume repository - positions may or may not be filled from this announcement.

5) FAA Duty Location may be negotiable upon request.

6) This position may be subject to drug and alcohol testing if applicable.

7) Bargaining and non-bargaining positions may be filled.

This is not a bargaining unit position.

Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA

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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.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

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Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

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.

Benefits

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A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits.

Review our benefits

Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.

Required documents

Required Documents

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Transcripts and other documentation will be accepted in combination with your online application. These documents must be uploaded to your application on or before the closing date of this announcement.

If you want consideration for one or more of the Special Hiring Authorities, documentation that must be submitted at time of application can be found at Direct Hiring Authorities | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov).

You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.

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.

How to Apply

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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.

We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes.

Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:

Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)

  • Relevant work experience: should align to the Job Announcement and address all required qualifications and include job title, employer name, start/end dates, number of hours worked per week.
  • Education, certification or licensure: If required, education should include school/institution name, completion date, degree type and GPA.

Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.

You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies. Please see this guide, Document Upload Guide, for more information on uploading and re-using the documents in your applications.

Amendment Date: 02/25/2026

Amendment Note: This announcement has been extended.

Agency contact information

9-ACT-HR-Questions@faa.gov

Phone 1 (000) 000-0000 Fax 1 (609) 485-8995 Email 9-ACT-HR-Questions@faa.gov Address Federal Aviation Administration

ACT Regional HR Services Branch

Atlantic City International Airport, Bldg. 300

AHF-N710

Atlantic City, NJ 08405

US

Next steps

Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.

Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.

All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Required Documents

Help

Transcripts and other documentation will be accepted in combination with your online application. These documents must be uploaded to your application on or before the closing date of this announcement.

If you want consideration for one or more of the Special Hiring Authorities, documentation that must be submitted at time of application can be found at Direct Hiring Authorities | Federal Aviation Administration (faa.gov).

You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship.

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.

How to Apply

Help

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.

We strongly encourage applicants to utilize the USAJOBS resume builder in the creation of resumes.

Please ensure EACH work history includes ALL of the following information:

Job Title (include series and grade if Federal Job)

  • Relevant work experience: should align to the Job Announcement and address all required qualifications and include job title, employer name, start/end dates, number of hours worked per week.
  • Education, certification or licensure: If required, education should include school/institution name, completion date, degree type and GPA.

Determining length of General or Specialized Experience is dependent on the above information and failure to provide ALL of this information may result in a finding of ineligible.

You may upload completed documents to your USAJOBS Account. This will provide you the opportunity to utilize the uploaded information again when applying for future vacancies. Please see this guide, Document Upload Guide, for more information on uploading and re-using the documents in your applications.

Amendment Date: 02/25/2026

Amendment Note: This announcement has been extended.

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Agency contact information

9-ACT-HR-Questions@faa.gov

Phone 1 (000) 000-0000 Fax 1 (609) 485-8995 Email 9-ACT-HR-Questions@faa.gov Address Federal Aviation Administration

ACT Regional HR Services Branch

Atlantic City International Airport, Bldg. 300

AHF-N710

Atlantic City, NJ 08405

US

Next steps

Once we receive your complete application, the Human Resources Office will conduct an evaluation of your qualifications. Eligible and qualified candidates will be referred to the hiring manager for consideration. You will be contacted directly if selected for an interview.

For instructions on how to check the status of your application, please go to: USAJOBS Help Guide.

Important - If you make any changes to your application, you must resubmit it. If you make changes to your application and do not resubmit it, your changes will not be considered part of your application package, and only your previously submitted application will be evaluated.

All qualified applicants will be considered regardless of political affiliation, race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, age, disability, or other non-merit factors. DOT provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application and hiring process, please notify the agency contact listed in the Agency Contact Information section of this announcement or the hiring manager. An employee with a disability must notify the decision-maker of the accommodation request. Job applicants and employees are required to follow up oral requests in writing. Decisions on granting reasonable accommodation will be made on a case-by-case basis. Additional information on reasonable accommodations procedures or on EEO Programs is available on Office of Civil Rights (ACR) or by contacting the local FAA Civil Rights Office.

Expand Hide next steps

Fair and transparent

The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy

Financial suitability New employee probationary period

Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy

Selective Service Signature and false statements

Social security number request

Federal Aviation Administration

At the FAA, the sky is not the limit-it is just the beginning. Exciting new opportunities are emerging in aviation and aerospace. Significant investments are advancing the research and development of autonomous vehicles, environmentally friendly electric aircraft, high-speed and long-endurance solar-powered aircraft, and new types of space vehicles. Success with these new technologies and vehicle types will introduce new ways to transport people and goods expanding aviations footprint in transportation. People are our strength. We are a diverse workforce of over 45,000 located nationwide and spanning over 130 occupations to include air traffic control specialists, aviation safety inspectors, engineers, scientists, technicians, and business professionals. Join us in our mission to provide the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world.

Agency contact information

9-ACT-HR-Questions@faa.gov

Phone 1 (000) 000-0000 Fax 1 (609) 485-8995 Email 9-ACT-HR-Questions@faa.gov Address Federal Aviation Administration

ACT Regional HR Services Branch

Atlantic City International Airport, Bldg. 300

AHF-N710

Atlantic City, NJ 08405

US

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Learn more about what its like to work at Federal Aviation Administration, what the agency does, and about the types of careers this agency offers.

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Summary

Direct hiring authority for the 1801 series is being used to fill this position in the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Aviation Safety (AVS) Organization. Public Notices serve as a resume repository, and positions may or may not be filled from this announcement.

Learn more about this agency

Overview

Help

Accepting applications

Open & closing dates

12/30/2025 to 09/30/2026

Salary $34,454 - $162,672 per year

The salary listed does not include locality. Locality will be determined on the duty location of the selectee.

Pay scale & grade FG 5 - 15

Location

Many vacancies in the following location:

May be filled in various FAA duty locations

Many vacancies

Telework eligible Yes-Situational telework may be permitted in accordance with agency policy Travel Required Occasional travel - The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted

Promotion potential

NA

Job family (Series)

  • 1801 General Inspection, Investigation, Enforcement, And Compliance Series

Supervisory status No Security clearance Other Drug test No

Announcement number ACT-FAA-26-PUB NOT-96795 Control number 853257300

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