Federal Aviation Administration | Pilot

Aviation Pilot / Flight Program Operations

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is seeking qualified candidates for the 2181 series. As a Part 135 certificate holder, the FAA Flight Program Operations team maintains the safety and integrity of the national airspace system. Pilots in this role support diverse missions, including inspection of ground-based navigational aids, commissioning of new airport equipment, research and development of avionics technology, flight test procedures, and critical event response for government agencies.

Position Details

This is a federal government position with multiple potential duty locations, including Arlington, VA; Kennesaw, GA; Atlantic City, NJ; Battle Creek, MI; Oklahoma City, OK; Fort Worth, TX; Sacramento, CA; and Anchorage, AK. Please note that this notice serves as a resume repository and positions may not necessarily be filled from this announcement.

Requirements and Conditions of Employment

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Successful completion of a security investigation may be required.
• A one-year probationary period may be required.
• The position is subject to designated or random drug and alcohol testing.
• Selected candidates may be required to file a financial disclosure statement.

Qualifications

Applicants must provide FAA Form 3330-47-3 to verify flight hours. Candidates will be evaluated based on the application package and Supplemental Qualifications Statement.

Required Certificates and Ratings

• Must possess a valid Commercial pilot certificate with airplane, multi-engine land, and instrument ratings OR an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with multi-engine land rating.
• Selected candidates without an ATP certificate must successfully complete the ATP written exam within 60 days of appointment.
• Must possess a valid first or second-class medical certificate; selected candidates must obtain a first-class medical certificate prior to appointment.
• To qualify at the FV-J (FG-14) level, applicants must possess an ATP certificate AND an Airspace Inspection Pilot (ASIP) credential.

Flight Hour Requirements

• Total Flight Time: 1,500 hours.
• Pilot-in-Command (PIC) Time: 250 hours.
• Multi-engine Airplane Time: 500 hours.
• Instrument Time: 75 hours (minimum of 10 hours in actual instrument weather).
• Night Flying Time: 75 hours.
• Flying Time (Last 12 Months): 100 hours.

Application Process

The FAA has eliminated the use of KSA narratives. Instead, applicants must include specific examples within their work history that demonstrate how they meet the requirements for each KSA. All applications must be submitted online; faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be accepted. Eligibility must be met by the closing date of the announcement.