Training Specialist

Summary The position is located within the FAA, Aviation Safety (AVS), Office of Aerospace Medicine (AAM), Aerospace Medical Education Division. The Office of Aerospace Medicine (AAM) develops and manages medical programs in support of Aviation Safety. Responsibilities As a member of the Airmen Education Physiological Training or Global Survival Training Program for FAA Flight Crew, performs multiple and varying assignments under the limited direction of a team leader or more experienced team member and is responsible for planning, developing, conducting, and evaluating a comprehensive nationwide Physiological Training or Global Survival Training Program for FAA flight crew. This training is conducted at the Civil Aerospace Medical Institute (CAMI). Applies experience and advanced knowledge to develop lesson plans and training aids; and provides detailed instruction. Conducts a comprehensive training program in the following areas: Physics of atmosphere, respiration and circulation, hypoxia, hyperventilation, decompression sickness, cabin pressurization and decompression, oxygen equipment operation and usage, smoke mask operation and usage, noise hazards, self-imposed stress, pilot disorientation, drugs, egress and evacuation, night vision, and in survival when the aircraft is in the water, arctic, desert or mountain terrain. Responsible for keeping current in the latest developments and techniques in civil and military training programs, and incorporating this information into the FAA programs where applicable. Demonstrates considerable independence in planning time and appropriate use of assigned resources to accomplish projects/programs/activities. On a rotating basis, is responsible for administering and scheduling training. Serves as instructor, operator and/or observer in the low pressure chamber utilized by CAMI, and performs maintenance on such chambers and allied equipment as necessary. Interviews each trainee to prevent unwarranted chamber reactions because of the trainee's physical condition. Because of the hazardous environment, must recognize life-threatening signs and administer proper and timely response. Demonstrates the use of various types of oxygen equipment prior to altitude chamber flight and briefs students on safety precautions associated with such equipment. Observes students in the chamber for hypoxia symptoms, hyperventilation, decompression sickness, and ensures all precautions are taken to avoid accidents. Contacts are internal and external, providing information about the FAA application of procedures as a member of the Airmen Education team. Lectures in the field of aeromedical education and survival training at accident prevention programs, flight instructor revalidation clinics, pilot examiner clinics, aviation education workshops, flying clubs, aeronautical institutes, aviation departments of colleges and universities, flying schools, air races, air shows, and professional meetings throughout the country. Consults and advises various FAA departments in matters concerning oxygen equipment configurations, proper oxygen equipment, regulators for crews and passengers, and the various factors of a hostile environment. Ability to provide consultations and recommendations to individuals and groups involved in special aviation projects concerning aviation physiology and survival situations, including research tasks requiring utilization of low pressure chamber, advising on oxygen equipment configuration, instrumentation readout, interpretation of electronic measurements, and various other components needed to accurately control barometric pressure, humidity, temperature, oxygen concentrations, etc., to accomplish the desired environment necessary for accurate research findings. Operates training aids such as vertigo producing devices, night vision goggles, oxygen equipment mock-ups, visual illusion devices, life vests, rafts, survival kits, and noise attenuating devices. Provides guidance, advice, and instruction to industry personnel and private organizations regarding regulations and advisory releases in the field of aviation physiology. Explains FAA policies on physiological training to other members of the agency and the flying public. Requirements Conditions of Employment We are not accepting applications from noncitizens. Qualifications To qualify at the FV-H (FG/GS-12) level, you must demonstrate in your application that you possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the FV-G (FG/GS-10/11) level. 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 includes: Analyzing training programs to identify knowledge gaps or deficiencies Developing evaluative methods, procedures and standards to analyze education and training needs for employee development Determining the need for and initiating changes/updates in course content due to technological changes or new developments in the field Consulting with management to develop strategies, policies, or procedures to improve the development and design of training programs AND Physical Requirements: You must be able to perform efficiently the essential functions of the position without hazard to yourself or others including the ability to climb ladders, pick up moderately heavy objects, ability to tolerate close places, and be subjected to moderate but rapid changes in temperature and altitude. Selectee must possess or have the ability to pass a FAA Class II Physical Examination. Applicants should provide examples of Specialized Experience in their Work History. Qualifications must be met by the closing date of the announcement. Education See Qualifications. KSA Information: 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. In lieu of providing a KSA narrative response in the text box listed below each Knowledge Skills and Abilities (KSAs), in your work history, please include information that provides specific examples of how you meet the response level or answer you chose for each KSA. Your work history examples should be specific and clearly reflect the highest level of ability. Your KSA answers will be evaluated further to validate whether the level that you selected is appropriate based on the work history and experience you provided. Your answers may be adjusted by a Human Resource Specialist as appropriate. Eligible applicants meeting the minimum qualification requirements and selective factor(s), if applicable, may be further evaluated on the KSAs and Other Factors 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. 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. Notes: Applicants must apply online to receive consideration for this vacancy announcement. Faxed, mailed, or emailed applications cannot be accepted. Please ensure you answer all questions and follow all instructions carefully. Errors or omissions may impact your rating or may result in you not being considered for the position. Some, all, or none of the applicants may be interviewed. Additional information about living in Oklahoma can be found at This position is covered by the FAA Core Compensation plan. Additional information about core compensation is available on the following website: Selection must currently possess or have the ability to pass a FAA Class II Physical Examination. To check receipt of emailed documents, please contact View email address on click.appcast.io. Links to Important Information: Locality Pay, COLA