GENERAL FLIGHT STANDARDS INSPECTOR

Duties
As a General Flight Standards Inspector in the Strategy and Emerging Technologies group, you will: · Contribute to the development and implementation of standards, policies, and procedures related to RPAS, AAM, and other emerging aviation technologies.
· Provide subject matter expertise on flight operations, safety management systems, and regulatory compliance.
· Support the integration of new technologies into the Canadian aviation system through risk-based oversight and policy development.
· Engage with internal and external stakeholders, including industry and international partners, to advance Transport Canada’s strategic objectives.
· Participate in technical committees and working groups related to emerging aviation domains.

Work environment
The Strategy and Emerging Technologies group is a dynamic and innovative team within Transport Canada Civil Aviation. We work at the forefront of aviation advancements, including Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), and other emerging technologies. Our team operates in a hybrid work environment, with a blend of in-office and remote work (3 days per week in the office).

Intent of the process
The results of this process will be used to staff one (1) position on an indeterminate basis within the Strategy and Emerging Technologies group in the National Capital Region (NCR). A pool of qualified candidates may be established to staff similar positions with varying tenures, language requirements, and/or work locations.

Positions to be filled
1

Important messages
We are committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please use the contact information below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential. INSTRUCTIONS: You must submit a complete application, consisting of a résumé as well as responses to screening questions which clearly demonstrate how you meet the education and experience factors listed under the essential qualifications, as well as any of the asset qualifications that may apply. For each experience criterion, please provide concrete examples including the following information:1. Name of the organization where the experience was acquired;
2. Title of the position occupied and duration (including dates) for which you exercised the functions;
3. Specific details of tasks, projects, or accomplishments demonstrating how the experience was acquired. The screening questions will be used as the primary tool in the screening process, and the résumé will be used to substantiate the information provided. Applications that do not clearly demonstrate how the screening criteria are met will be eliminated from consideration.---Only those who meet the essential qualifications will be considered for appointment to the position. Candidates who pass the initial screening will be assessed through an interview and reference checks.Asset qualifications may also be considered in selecting the successful candidate.---This position supports Transport Canada’s strategic efforts to integrate emerging aviation technologies such as Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) into the regulatory framework. Candidates with experience operating helicopters and transport category aircraft may offer valuable insights into operational safety, regulatory compliance, and technical considerations.

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Secret security clearance

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT Possession and maintenance of a valid driver’s license.

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OPERATIONAL REQUIREMENTSRequirement to travel to local, national and international destinations.
Requirement to travel via all modes of transportation to remote and/or isolated locations.
Requirement to work in an aviation environment (i.e. noise, fumes, hazards).
Requirement to work overtime, irregular hours and weekends.

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Education A secondary school diploma OR an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Occupational CertificationPossession of a medically valid Canadian Airline Transport Pilot License – Aeroplane Category with a valid Group I Instrument Rating AND possession of a valid Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical); ORPossession of a medically valid Canadian Commercial Pilot License – Helicopter Category with a valid Group IV Instrument Rating AND possession of a valid Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).

ExperienceExperience working in a Safety Management System (SMS) environment or the military equivalent.
Experience working with risk management concepts and principles.
Experience in analyzing complex situations and making recommendations.

KnowledgeKnowledge of the Aviation Act and the Canadian Aviation Regulations (CARs).

AbilitiesAbility to communicate effectively in writing.
Ability to communicate effectively orally.

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Applied / assessed at a later date

English essential

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Asset ExperienceExperience operating transport category aircraft.
Experience using Flight Management Systems.
Experience working with Electronic Flight Instruments Systems.
Experience on advanced technology aircrafts.
Holds an ATPL-H.
Hold or have held a Class 1, or Class 2, or Class 3 Flight Instructor Rating OR an equivalent military instructional qualification.
Experience working in a regulatory transportation environment (experience as a Civil Aviation Safety Inspector, Approved Check Pilot or Pilot Examiner).

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Selection may be limited to members of the following employment equity groups: Indigenous (Aboriginal) peoples, persons with disabilities, visible minorities, and women.

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Preference will be given to veterans first and then to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of a job located in Nunavut, where Nunavut Inuit will be appointed first.

Learn more about preference to veterans.

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