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Aviation Safety Inspector; Operations

Job in Des Plaines, Cook County, Illinois, 60019, USA
Listing for: Federal Aviation Administration
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-01-16
Job specializations:
  • Transportation
    Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Pilot
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Aviation Safety Inspector (Operations)

Aviation Safety Inspector for the Air Transportation Division, Training and Simulation Branch (Sim Section), AFS-280.

Selected candidates will receive the required training to conduct flight simulation training devices (FSTD) initial and continuing qualification evaluations.

General Requirements for All Positions
  • Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years;
  • Valid State driver's license;
  • Fluency in the English language;
  • No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance; and
  • High school diploma or equivalent.
  • Medical Requirements for All Positions

    Applicants must be physically able to perform the duties of the Aviation Safety Inspector position in a safe and efficient manner, and must meet all of the following requirements:

  • 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;
  • Have the ability to hear the conversational voice (hearing aid permitted);
  • Not have any physical condition that would cause them to be a hazard to themselves or others or that would interfere with their ability to fly as passengers in a variety of aircraft.
  • In addition, applicants for positions that require participation in the operation of aircraft must:

  • Possess a valid second-class medical certificate in accordance with Federal Aviation Agency (FAA) regulations; and
  • Pass recurrent medical examinations as prescribed by the FAA.
  • Applicants not requiring valid second-class medical certificates who are tentatively selected will be required to:

  • Provide documentation from a board-certified physician certifying that they meet the minimal medical requirements; or
  • Individuals who do not meet the minimum medical requirements but who are otherwise qualified will receive an individualized assessment to determine whether they can perform the essential functions of the position.
  • Aviation Safety Inspectors (Operations)

    When the predominant work involves air carrier operations
    , applicants for Aviation Safety Inspector (Operations) positions must meet all of the following requirements.

  • At least 1 year of pilot experience in multi-engine aircraft of more than 12,500 pounds maximum certificated takeoff weight;
  • Not more than 2 flying accidents during the last 5 years in which the applicant's pilot error was involved;
  • Professional flying skill as demonstrated in a simulator check to Airline Transport Pilot Standard.
  • Minimum 100 flight hours during the last 3 years;
  • Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument airplane rating (Department of Navy positions require pilot experience as demonstrated by previous ATP level performance in large multi-engine airplanes and helicopters);
  • Possession of a valid second-class FAA medical certificate (For positions within the Department of Navy, applicants must also be physically qualified to ride as an observer aboard squadron aircraft. In addition, must also meet physical requirements to travel and lift heavy objects while performing mishap investigations); and
  • Minimum 1,500 total flight hours.
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    When the predominant work involves general aviation operations
    , applicants for Aviation Safety Inspector (Operations) positions must meet all of the following requirements.

  • Valid, unexpired Flight Instructor Certificate with single and multi-engine airplane and instrument airplane ratings. Must have given a minimum of 200 hours of flight instruction in an aircraft.
  • Professional flying skill as demonstrated in a flight check to Commercial Pilot Certificate with an instrument rating;
  • Possession of Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument airplane rating.
  • Minimum of 100 flight hours within the last 3 years.
  • Possession of single and multi-engine land airplane ratings.
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    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 basic knowledge of flight simulator qualification and approval procedures. Knowledge of and extensive experience in General Aviation and Air Carrier training program using flight simulation training devices. Must be able to evaluate technical information and prepare technical investigative correspondence.

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

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