What is the Supervisory Aviation Safety Inspector (Front Line Manager) role at Federal Aviation Administration like?

I’m Ms. Smith, currently looking for a job. I’d like to ask Dr. Job about the Supervisory Aviation Safety Inspector (Front Line Manager) position at Department of Transportation.

Ms.Smith

What’s the job title and where is it located?

Ms.Smith

The job title is Supervisory Aviation Safety Inspector (Front Line Manager), and it’s located in Spokane Valley, Washington.

Dr.Job

What’s the salary range for this position?

Ms.Smith

The salary for this position ranges from $112,362 to $174,195.

Dr.Job

What kind of incentive can the selected candidate receive?

Ms.Smith

The selected candidate may be eligible for a Manager Performance Incentive (MPI), which is an annual lump-sum payment based on agency performance, individual performance, and available funding.

Dr.Job

Who does the Front Line Manager report to?

Ms.Smith

The Front Line Manager reports to a middle Manager within a Flight Standards office or branch.

Dr.Job

Where can I find the qualifications needed for this position?

Ms.Smith

You can check the qualifications by visiting the Office of Personnel Management’s website or the specific links provided for different specialties in the aviation safety series.

Dr.Job

Thank you, Dr. Job. I will review the details.

Ms.Smith

Job & Company Information

Job Title: Supervisory Aviation Safety Inspector (Front Line Manager)
Agency: Federal Aviation Administration
Salary: $112362-$174195
Industry: Management & Operations
Location: Spokane Valley, Washington
Posted on: 02/02/2026