Federal Aviation Administration | Pilot

Aviation Pilot / Flight Program Operations

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is currently seeking qualified pilots to join the Flight Program Operations team. This position supports a diverse range of critical missions, including the inspection of navigational aids, the commissioning of new aviation equipment, cutting-edge research and development, and transportation support for government agencies. As a Part 135 certificate holder, the FAA maintains operations across multiple locations, including Arlington, VA; Kennesaw, GA; Atlantic City, NJ; Battle Creek, MI; Oklahoma City, OK; Fort Worth, TX; Sacramento, CA; and Anchorage, AK.

Duties and Responsibilities

Selected pilots will contribute to the safety and integrity of the national airspace system by conducting flight operations in various weather conditions. Responsibilities include:

• Performing routine inspections of ground-based navigational aids.
• Commissioning new aviation equipment domestically and internationally.
• Conducting research, development, test, and evaluation missions using advanced avionics.
• Flight testing new procedures to ensure public safety.
• Executing transportation and critical event response missions to support government agencies.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

To be considered, applicants must meet the following criteria by the closing date of the vacancy:

• Citizenship: Must be a U.S. Citizen.
• Certificates: 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. Candidates without an ATP must complete the written exam within 60 days of appointment.
• Medical: Must possess a valid first or second-class medical certificate. Selected candidates must obtain a first-class medical certificate prior to appointment.
• Selective Placement Factor: 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: 1500 hours.
• Pilot-in-Command Time: 250 hours.
• Multiengine Airplane Time: 500 hours.
• Night Flying Time: 75 hours.
• Instrument Time: 75 hours (minimum of 10 hours in actual instrument weather).
• Recent Flight Experience (Last 12 Months): 100 hours.

Conditions of Employment

• Successful completion of a security investigation.
• Mandatory participation in designated or random drug and alcohol testing.
• Requirement for Selective Service Registration for males born after December 31, 1959.
• Possible one-year probationary period.
• Potential requirement to file a financial disclosure statement.

Application Process

Candidates must apply online, as faxed, mailed, or emailed applications will not be accepted. Applicants must submit FAA Form 3330-47-3 (ASIP) to verify flight hours. In lieu of separate KSA narratives, candidates must include specific, detailed examples within their work history to demonstrate their qualifications and experience levels. Applications will be evaluated against the stated requirements, and candidates may be placed into categories for consideration by the selecting official.

Additional Information

This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan and is subject to special rate pay tables. If eligible, Permanent Change of Station (PCS) benefits may be provided. This announcement serves as a resume repository; positions may or may not be filled based on this posting.