About the opportunity
The Aircrew Program Manager (APM) is responsible for ensuring the adequacy of aircrew ground and flight training, testing, and standards for specific aircraft of an assigned air carrier. Working under the general supervision of the Principal Operations Inspector (POI), the APM manages programs for assigned aircraft, including designated examiners and Aircrew Program Designees (APD). The role involves overseeing flight operations for large fleets of turbine-powered aircraft engaged in large-scale passenger or freight services for prominent national and international carriers.
Salary and benefits
- Remuneration range: 106,382 – 138,296 PA
- Additional benefits information available at http://www.faa.gov/jobs/working_here/benefits/
Who can apply?
- Must be a citizen of the United States (noncitizens are not accepted).
- Possess a high school diploma or equivalent.
- Fluency in the English language.
- Valid State driver's license.
- No chemical dependencies or drug abuse that could interfere with job performance.
- Not more than two separate incidents involving Federal aviation regulations violations in the last 5 years.
- Physically able to perform duties safely and efficiently, including good distant vision (glasses/contacts permitted) and ability to hear conversational voice (hearing aid permitted).
- Possess a valid second-class FAA medical certificate (waived for employees currently in the 1825 series).
- Minimum 1,500 total flight hours.
- Minimum 100 flight hours during the last 3 years.
- 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 involving pilot error.
- Professional flying skill demonstrated in a simulator check to Airline Transport Pilot Standard.
- Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with instrument airplane rating.
- At least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-I, FG/GS-13 grade level, including providing guidance on operations manuals and record keeping systems, and conducting enforcement investigations.
Required documents
- Resume (limited to two pages).
- SF-50 (Notification of Personnel Action) for current FAA employees.
- Optional supplemental documents (e.g., transcripts, veterans' documentation) can be uploaded or faxed to (718) 995-5688.
- Qualifications Assessment Tool (QAT) check sheet (strongly encouraged for those transferring between specialties).
When to apply
- Application closing date: 2026-09-17 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time.
How to apply
- Apply online via USAJOBS.
- Ensure the resume is limited to two pages.
- Include specific job titles, employer names, start/end dates, and hours worked per week for each work history entry.
- Include school name, completion date, degree type, and GPA for any required education.
- Complete any required assessments as part of the evaluation process.
- Submit the application by 11:59 PM Eastern Time on the closing date.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Experienced pilots with at least 1,500 total flight hours and recent flight experience.
- Professionals with a background in aviation operations, training, or safety management at the GS-13 level.
- Candidates who hold an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with an instrument rating.
What should you think carefully about?
- The role requires strict adherence to FAA medical and safety standards, including a clean record regarding aviation violations and accidents.
- The application process requires a concise two-page resume, which may require careful editing of extensive flight and work history.
- Applicants must be U.S. citizens and meet specific physical and professional flying standards.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This position is ideal for a seasoned pilot looking to move into a regulatory and oversight role within the FAA. It provides a pathway to influence aviation safety standards and training programs for major carriers, leveraging years of cockpit experience in a new, high-responsibility capacity.
Our take
This is a premier opportunity for pilots seeking to transition into federal aviation oversight; those who do not meet the specific flight hour or regulatory experience thresholds should not apply.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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