National Transportation Safety Board | Washington, United States | Posted July 01, 2026
Position Overview
Summary This position is located in the National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB), Office of Aviation Safety (OAS) in Washington, D.C. Participates, investigates, and directs engineering aspects of aircraft flight controls, avionics, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems. Responsibilities As a Aerospace Engineer (Systems) - Direct Hire, GS-0861-14, you will perform the following major duties: Provides authoritative engineering expertise on aircraft flight controls, avionics, electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatic systems design, manufacturing, certification, and maintenance in the investigation of aircraft aviation accidents and incidents. Serves as Systems Group Chairperson on accidents and incidents investigated by the Safety Board. Leads special investigations and provides technical support for the Board. Prepares group factual notes that summarize the collection of findings of the assigned investigative group(s) at on-site investigations and during the follow-up testing or d...