Aviation Safety Inspector (GA-OPS), Advanced Qualifications Program Manager, Columbus FSDO, GLSD03

A. Technical Administration Within the Advanced Qualification Program(s), ensures on a continuing basis that Certificate Holders are properly and adequately organized, staffed, and equipped, have an adequate AQP including an acceptable record keeping system; and ensures that facilities and procedures meet all regulatory requirements. Regularly visits the Certificate Holder's training facilities and other offices to maintain contact with their appropriate management officials; coordinates with the principal operations inspector for correction of any deficiencies/discrepancies. Coordinates with AFS-280 on AQP application, development, approval, and continued operation as a member of the Extended Review Team (ERT). This includes decision-making on movement through the phases of AQP. Coordinates with the Certificate Holder on data development, collection, and analysis of AQP. Coordinates communication between Certificate Holder and Certificate-Holding District Office (CHDO) on all issues of AQP. Coordinates with Certificate Holder on instructor/evaluator calibration. Participates in annual review of AQPs and associated data analysis. Coordinates with the Principal Operations Inspector and Aircrew Program Managers on management of Aircrew Designated Examiner (ADE) programs. Participates in quarterly or annual Instructor/Evaluator meetings for all fleets to ensure consistency, standardization and applicable AQP regulations and guidance material is observed and adequately applied. Chairs joint FAA-industry meetings; maintains regular contact with organizations assigned and coordinates with top management officials. B. Certification Coordinates with Principal Operations Inspector and AFS-280 on initial application for AQP approval. Coordinates with Principal Operations Inspector and AFS-280 on review and approval of curriculum development and all subsequent phases of AQP approval. Coordinates with the Principal Operations Inspector to approve/accept or disapprove/reject AQP manuals and revisions to such manuals. Obtains amendments to previously approved manuals to accomplish the following: correct any conflict with regulatory requirements; eliminate unsafe practices; and/or improve the specificity of instruction. Evaluates training programs to ensure that they meet the requirements of the Federal Aviation Regulations. Approves or disapproves these training programs including flight simulators, training devices, or other equipment used in these programs. Coordinates with the Principal Operations Inspector and Aircrew Program Managers on designation of Check Airmen and makes recommendations on the appointment of designees. Assures standardization of Check Airmen and designees and recommends to the Principal Operations Inspector and Aircrew Program Manager any changes which are considered necessary. Evaluates operations and facilities by on-site inspections and reviews reports by Geographic Inspectors or others. C. Surveillance Responsible for monitoring all phases of Advanced Qualification Program(s) including training programs and records; training facilities and training devices. Coordinates with and reviews reports from Geographic Inspectors and others to identify trends which indicate deterioration in the safety of operations. Directs or suggests changes required to correct such trends. Responsible for analyzing grading data for all fleets using FAA analysis software and data for trending and reporting to the Principal Operations Inspectors and applicable program managers. Monitors and analyzes other training data and Instructor/Evaluator Quality Assurance Program data collected by the Certificate Holder, for trends and provides reports to the Principal Operations Inspector and applicable program managers. Conducts appropriate surveillance ac¿vities specifically focused on the carriers' training program and Instructor/Evaluator Programs. May perform other duties as assigned.