All candidates may apply including those with no prior Federal service, current Federal employees with career or career conditional status and former Federal employees with reinstatement eligibility. Status candidates who wish to be considered under both merit promotion and competitive DEU procedures must submit two complete applications. Top candidates may be eligible for recruitment bonuses. Financial interest in certain transportation enterprises is prohibited. US Citizenship required.
Security clearance is required.
Applications received after this date will be considered for subsequent openings depending on hiring needs. Investigator with primary responsibility for providing engineering expertise on aircraft powerplant design, manufacturing, certification, and maintenance in the investigation of air carrier and general aviation accidents and incidents occurring in the United States and abroad. Advises Safety Board management in his or her area of technical expertise. Assists in preparation for and participates in public hearings and depositions as a technical panelist or witness. The Human Resources Division will determine the appropriateness, adequacy, and quality of general qualifications in comparison to OPM's Qualification Standards Handbook.