The FAA hiring process starts with an application for a specific vacancy. Depending on the position, additional stages include qualification reviews, assessments, interviews, background investigations, medical evaluations, and required training. Review the job announcement for the steps applicable to your chosen role.
The timeline varies by position, application volume, assessment schedules, and screening requirements. Document verification, medical evaluations, security reviews, and training availability also affect the start date. Follow your official application updates for information about your progress.
FAA hiring assessments evaluate qualifications or skills relevant to a particular position. Entry-level air traffic control recruitment includes the Air Traffic Skills Assessment (ATSA). Other FAA roles use different evaluation methods. There is no single hiring test shared by every FAA position.
Your results become part of the selection process for the relevant vacancy. Further steps depend on your position and selection status. These steps include interviews, a tentative offer, background screening, medical evaluations, or other required checks. Completing an assessment does not guarantee selection or employment.
Requirements vary by position. Some entry-level opportunities accept qualifying education or general work experience. Other roles require specialized aviation experience, technical credentials, or engineering qualifications. Review the qualifications section of each announcement before applying.
Sign in to your USAJOBS account, open your applications, and select the relevant FAA vacancy. Use the Track This Application link to view updates in the agency’s application system. For application-specific questions, contact the representative listed in the job announcement.
Required documents depend on the vacancy and your eligibility. These include a resume, education transcripts, relevant licenses or certificates, and supporting documents for veterans’ preference or other hiring paths. Follow the Required Documents section of the announcement and submit everything before the deadline.
Check your email inbox, spam folder, and text messages first. If your access details are still missing, use the contact form so our support team assists with your FAA Career Placement preparation account.
Refund terms depend on the registration details provided during sign up. Review your receipt, confirmation message, and refund policy for complete information about your FAA Career Placement preparation enrollment.
Use the contact form on this page and describe your question clearly. Our support team assists with preparation account access, registration, study resources, and general hiring guidance. Direct questions about official applications or hiring decisions to the FAA contact listed in your vacancy announcement.
Eligibility depends on the position and hiring path. Review each announcement for citizenship, education, experience, credentials, and screening requirements. Certain roles, including air traffic control, have additional age or medical requirements. Meeting the requirements for one FAA role does not establish eligibility for every FAA position.
Requirements vary by position. Air traffic control roles involve medical qualification requirements. Other positions have their own medical standards or physical demands. Review the Conditions of Employment section of the job announcement for the requirements relevant to your application.
Preparation should match your chosen role. Air traffic control preparation focuses on relevant aptitude skills. Aviation safety roles emphasize aviation knowledge and regulatory responsibilities. Technical operations and engineering roles emphasize technical expertise and problem-solving. Review the announcement’s evaluation criteria to guide your preparation.
The investigation verifies information relevant to employment suitability and the position’s security requirements. You receive instructions about the forms, records, and other information needed. Complete all requested information accurately and respond promptly to follow-up requests.
Training depends on the position and entry pathway. Entry-level air traffic controllers complete required training before certification. Other FAA employees receive role-specific instruction and professional development. Training does not replace the qualifications required to apply for a vacancy.
Yes. Submit separate applications for positions matching your qualifications, including Air Traffic Control Specialist, Aviation Safety Inspector, Airway Transportation Systems Specialist, Aerospace Engineer, and Aviation Safety Technician. Tailor each application to the specific announcement and submit its required documents.
Check your USAJOBS account, the linked FAA application system, and your email for updates. Keep your contact information current and monitor your spam folder. Follow any instructions or deadlines included in assessment invitations, screening requests, or offer messages.
Review the official instructions for the assessment and recruitment announcement. Retesting, score validity, and reapplication rules depend on the assessment and hiring program. Identify areas for improvement and follow the applicable rules before scheduling another attempt or submitting a new application.
Work schedules depend on the position and facility. Operational roles involve shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays. Other positions follow different schedules or include travel. Check the Work Schedule section and additional conditions in each announcement for details.
Yes. Our support team assists with login problems, missing access details, registration questions, and resources within your FAA Career Placement preparation account. For USAJOBS or FAA application system issues, contact the official support service for the relevant platform.
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