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Aviation Test Engineer

Huntsville, AL · On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Experience supporting airworthiness certification or FAA civil aviation authority processes. * Experience working in an Army acquisition Program Office, acquisition policies and precedents, program ...

... the Civil Aviation Authorities * Provides technical leadership to a small group of temporarily ... Working knowledge of FAA and Foreign Aviation Authority regulations and processes * Must actively ...

Prepare regulatory submittals and coordinate documentation packages for FAA and other civil aviation authority review * Review engineering reports, drawings, test plans, analyses, and substantiation ...

Certification Engineer

Bend, OR · On-site

$90 - $130/hr

Prepare regulatory submittals and coordinate documentation packages for FAA and other civil aviation authority review * Review engineering reports, drawings, test plans, analyses, and substantiation ...

Prepare regulatory submittals and coordinate documentation packages for FAA and other civil aviation authority review * Review engineering reports, drawings, test plans, analyses, and substantiation ...

Familiarity with Army airworthiness certification or FAA civil aviation authority processes. * Experience working within an Army acquisition Program Office, with an understanding of acquisition ...

This is a dynamic leadership opportunity to work on a wide range of civil and aviation-related infrastructure projects, including local assignments for the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority ...

This is a dynamic leadership opportunity to work on a wide range of civil and aviation-related infrastructure projects, including local assignments for the Hillsborough County Aviation Authority ...

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How much do civil aviation authority jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for civil aviation authority in the United States is $82,674.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $67,500.00 and $98,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the Civil Aviation Authority?

The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is a government regulatory body responsible for overseeing and regulating civil aviation within a country. Its main duties include ensuring the safety and security of air travel, certifying aircraft and pilots, setting aviation standards, and monitoring compliance with national and international aviation laws. The CAA also manages airspace, investigates aviation incidents, and often works to protect consumer rights for airline passengers. By enforcing these regulations, the CAA helps maintain a safe and efficient aviation environment for both passengers and operators.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Civil Aviation Authority officer?

To excel as a Civil Aviation Authority officer, a background in aviation management, regulatory compliance, and a relevant degree (such as in aviation, engineering, or law) is typically required. Familiarity with international aviation standards (like ICAO), safety management systems, and regulatory software is crucial. Strong analytical skills, attention to detail, effective communication, and integrity are standout soft skills for this role. These competencies ensure the safe, efficient, and lawful operation of civil aviation activities, protecting public safety and upholding national and international standards.

What are some typical challenges faced by professionals working at a Civil Aviation Authority, and how can they be addressed?

Professionals at a Civil Aviation Authority often encounter challenges such as staying up-to-date with rapidly evolving aviation regulations, balancing safety oversight with industry growth, and coordinating with multiple stakeholders like airlines, airports, and government agencies. Addressing these challenges requires strong communication skills, continuous professional development, and the ability to adapt to regulatory changes. Teamwork and collaboration are key, as most tasks involve cross-functional teams working together to ensure compliance and maintain high safety standards in aviation.

What is the difference between Civil Aviation Authority vs Air Traffic Controller?

AspectCivil Aviation AuthorityAir Traffic Controller
Primary RoleRegulates and oversees civil aviation safety, policies, and standardsManages and controls aircraft movements in the airspace and at airports
Required CertificationsLicenses for aviation safety, regulatory complianceAir traffic control certification and licensing
Work EnvironmentRegulatory offices, government agenciesControl towers, radar rooms, airports
Industry UsageGovernment, regulatory bodiesAirports, airlines, aviation services

The Civil Aviation Authority focuses on regulation, safety standards, and policy enforcement within the aviation industry. In contrast, an Air Traffic Controller directly manages aircraft movements to ensure safety and efficiency. Both roles are essential but serve different functions within the aviation sector.

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Infographic showing various Civil Aviation Authority job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 84% Full Time, 12% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 90% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $82,674 per year, or $39.7 per hour.

Supervisory Aviation Safety Specialist (Section Manager)

Federal Aviation Administration

Lakewood, CA • On-site

$111K - $172K/yr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


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8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 154 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

68th of 295 rated public sector bodies


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Integrated Certificate Management Division supports the certification, system oversight and continued operational safety functions of commercial, transport category airplanes and engines.
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Responsible for assuring that the work of the organization directly supports the mission of AIR and AVS. The work requires application of technical knowledge, practices, principles, theories, concepts, methods, techniques and abilities in general inspection, investigation, and compliance, as they apply to Aircraft Certification. Supports the Branch Manager in executing daily operations including:
  • Align Section resources, activities, and stakeholders with AIR objectives;
  • Develop Section personnel and resources consistent with AIR's future needs;
  • Foster a work environment and culture that emphasizes employee engagement, risk-based decision-making, innovation, collaboration, communication, accountability, and equal opportunity throughout the Section.

Defines, plans, and organizes assigned budget, staff, and other resources to accomplish objectives for more than one organizational unit/project/program. Manages budget and either reallocates resources among organizational units/projects/programs or requests additional resources, as needed.
Direct Report Supervision: Monitors and evaluates performance. Executes personnel actions and/or corrective or disciplinary actions. Works to prepare employees for future opportunities across the division, with focus on continuity of operations and long term organizational success. Coaches, mentors, and develops employees to perform current work and support their career progression for the future. Ensures employees have technical skills to accomplish their assigned tasks.
Team Environment: Monitors organizational health and regularly seeks input and feedback from employees. Establishes and enhances practices to encourage equal opportunity, communication, collaboration, and innovation in the resolution of issues. Communicates and regularly reinforces connectivity between subordinate employee activities and the broader AIR mission. Defines and assigns accountability for key internal performance objectives. Engages personnel in monitoring key performance indicators and making adjustments necessary to achieve key performance objectives. Works with employees to identify resource needs and advocates for resources on behalf of the team.
Stakeholder Collaboration: Establishes and maintains effective communications within AIR. Partners with other AIR organizations to accomplish work. Represents the FAA at aviation events, industry conferences, and other civil aviation authority meetings on topics pertinent to the Section. Mediates the resolution of controversial technical disputes involving complex engineering issues.
Operations Monitoring: Engages employees in documenting, refining, and assuring compliance with processes governing all activities. Assesses the productivity, quality, effectiveness, and efficiency of organizational processes. Monitors and approves expenditure of funds. Reviews and approves time and attendance and assures accurate labor distribution reporting. Assigns, communicates, and clarifies context for tasks and responsibilities. Oversees daily operations to ensure timeliness, effectiveness, efficiency, productivity, and compliance with policy in attaining organizational goals. Facilitates coordination and effective communication across FAA organizations, the aviation industry, other civil aviation authorities, and union representatives to accomplish work.
Program Support: Oversees technical and administrative support programs of the office. Responsible for overall management responsibilities associated with the planning and direction of programs. Develops techniques to improve program and policies. Manages data systems, administrative processes, and data entry necessary to support office and branch performance metrics and dashboards that can be effectively used by the management team to manage branch and office performance. Supports the development of plans and techniques to improve programs and policies.
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Conditions of employment
  • US Citizenship is required.
  • Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
  • Must submit an SF50 (See Required Documents).
  • Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
  • A one-year supervisor/managerial probationary period may be required.

Qualifications
To view the complete qualification standard, applicants should reference- U.S. Office of Personnel Group Coverage Qualification Standard for General Inspection Investigation Enforcement and Compliance Series, 1801:
General Inspection Investigation Enforcement and Compliance Series 1801
To qualify for this position, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to FV-J / FG/GS-14. Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform successfully the duties of the position.
Specialized Experience is: Experience applying technical knowledge, practices, principles, theories, concepts, methods, techniques and abilities in general inspection, investigation, and compliance, as they apply to Aircraft Certification.
Qualifications must be met by the closing date of this vacancy announcement.
All, some or none will be interviewed.
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Additional information
We may use this vacancy to fill other similar vacant positions.
Position may be subject to a background investigation.
A one-year probationary period may be required.
The person selected for this position may be required to file a financial disclosure statement within 30 days of entry on duty. FAA policy limits certain outside employment and financial investments in aviation-related companies. www.faa.gov/jobs/workinghere/financial-disclosure-requirements
This position is covered by the Department of Transportation's Drug and Alcohol Testing Program. Any applicant tentatively selected for this position will be subject to pre-employment or pre-appointment drug screening. Persons occupying a "testing designated position (TDP)" will be subject to random drug and/or alcohol testing.
As a part of the Federal-Wide Hiring Reform Initiative (streamlining the hiring process), the FAA is committed to eliminating the use of the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA) narratives from the initial application in the hiring process for all announcements. Therefore, as an applicant for this announcement, you are NOT required to provide a narrative response in the text box listed below each KSA listed in the announcement.
Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical and referred to the selecting official for consideration. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Knowledge, Skills and Ability (KSA)s.
Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the Managerial and Leadership Dimensions listed in the announcement. Based on this evaluation, applicants will be placed in one of the following categories: score order, category grouping, or alphabetical order and referred to the selecting official for consideration.
This is a temporary position not-to-exceed two (2) years. If this position remains temporary, upon completion of this assignment, the selected employee shall return to his/her original permanent position or an equivalent position in the same commuting area.
This temporary position may be extended, terminated, or made permanent without further competition at any time, at management's discretion.
This announcement will be used to fill any section manager position within AIR-500.
Travel Required- The job may require travel from time-to-time, but not on a regular basis. The travel may be for training or other work-related duties.
This is not a remote position.
This is not a bargaining unit position.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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