The position is within the FAA, Aviation Safety (AVS), Office of Aerospace Medicine (AAM), Regional Aerospace Medicine Division. The Office of Aerospace Medicine (AAM) develops and manages medical programs in support of Aviation Safety.
Duties
This position is the Program Analyst for one or more of the following regional programs and activities in assigned Regional Aerospace Medicine Division: Airman Medical Certification, Air Traffic Control Specialist (ATCS) Health, ATCS Applicant Medical Clearance, Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) Designee Management, Aviation Medical Examiner (AME) Surveillance and Internal Substance Abuse (ISAP). NOTE: Specific programs assigned depend on regional location.
At the F Band: Incumbent performs basic but progressively more difficult assignments working closely with medical officers to assure the following: (1) medical certifications are only issued to medically qualified airmen, (2) ATCS and ATCS applicant physical exams meet program requirements, (3) an appropriate number of qualified physicians are selected, designated and trained as AMEs to conduct FAA medical examinations of civil airmen, (4) AME site visits and quality assurance reviews are conducted and (5) All phases of the DOT drug and alcohol testing program, including pre-employments/pre-appointment, random, follow-up, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing are coordinated. Incumbent ensures all activities are performed in accordance with established regulations. This position may require travel in support of these program areas.
Incumbent applies basic knowledge applicable to programs with the Aerospace Medicine Division to plan and accomplish assignments. Acts as a member of a team within a defined area of responsibility. Typical assignments may include collecting and recording data/ information; conducting research; identifying problems; and assisting higher-level professionals in day-to-day operations of regional programs.
Conducts analysis in the review and evaluation of program activities. These analyses are conducted to ensure proper program integration and conformance to policy, completeness, and adequacy of operation in meeting goals and objectives. Prepares recommendations based on such reviews and discusses recommended courses of action with program managers to resolve major program areas. Reviews and analyzes draft polices and manual chapters and provides feedback to the appropriate individual. Responsibilities may involve providing advice and support to management personnel for best utilization and reprogramming of resources and conducting cost versus benefit analysis.
Incumbent may provide assistance to other staff personnel in the division and communicate technical program information to a diverse audience both orally and in writing. Incumbent complies with all Quality Management System (ISO-9001) requirements.
Contacts are primarily internal to the organizational unit, major subdivision, or LOB/SO with a manager and other employees to share information, provide data, and/or written analysis, and discuss the statuses of assignments. May have contacts with customers and other external parties on routine matters such as gathering information, explaining and/or discussing work related matters.
Established policies/procedures provide detailed guidance for almost all assignments, with little or no room for discretion. Works under instructions provided by a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional. Refers problems and work issues to a manager, project/program manager, team leader, or more experienced professional for guidance.
Work is reviewed regularly during assignments and at completion to ensure timeliness and all aspects of quality. Work activities typically support the work of other employees and contribute to activities of the organizational level.
Additional duties may include, but are not limited to; conducting office administrative functions, scheduling exams, and assisting the medical officer in performing ancillary testing for medical examinations and chaperon functions during examinations.
Performs other duties as assigned.