Regional Administrator, Alaskan Region

Summary The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is where innovation meets purpose. We ensure the safety and efficiency of the nation's aerospace system, overseeing air traffic, advancing cutting‑edge aviation technologies, and shaping the future of flight. Our mission is to deliver the safest, most efficient aerospace system in the world. Join a team where your work has real impact, your ideas drive progress, and your career helps keep millions moving safely every day.

This job is open to

The public U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

Senior executives Individuals looking for an executive‑level job and who meet the five Executive Core Qualifications (ECQs).

The Regional Administrator (RA) is the principal Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) representative for a specific geographical area comprised of several states. The RA serves as the senior agency official in the region, providing cross‑functional oversight and leadership on complex, cross‑organizational matters (e.g., environmental issues, airports development, aircraft noise concerns, airspace modernization, Unmanned Aircraft Systems, and other major program initiatives) for the FAA Administrator, Deputy Administrator, Associate and Assistant Administrators, and Executive Director, for National Engagement & Regional Administration.

In discharge of these responsibilities, the RA coordinates key FAA functional areas to include public affairs, regional counsel, human resources, airports, air traffic, flight standards, civil rights, and security and hazardous materials safety, which includes approximately 487 FAA employees, to include senior employees at the Executive and K‑band levels. The following grade levels of individuals report directly to the RA:
Deputy Regional Administrator (FV‑K), and Senior Advisor (FV‑J). The RA oversees an office budget of approximately $323.4K annually.

• Represents the agency in regional contacts with Congressional and local elected officials; aviation industry; federal, state and local agencies; military services; aviation organizations; educational institutions; and civic and private groups. Resolves local issues and concerns. Serves as the regional entry point for aviation and political stakeholders (e.g., State Aviation Directors and National Association of State Aviation Officials) for issues when more than one FAA organization is involved.
  
  Maintains contact with and responds to media interest and inquiries regarding regional FAA activities.
• Delivers FAA messaging on national and regional issues and topics such as funding levels, budget updates, policy impacts and aviation education opportunities.
• Builds relationships with external leaders to enhance communication and support for FAA initiatives such as airfield and airspace modernization. Participates in associated local events, international delegations, and special projects.
• Serves as executive leadership with other DOT modes and engages in OneDOT discussions, planning related to the DOT National Response Program (ESF‑1), and the associated interface with the Federal Emergency Management Agency.
• Acts as regional commander‑in‑charge during crisis or emergency situations.

• US Citizenship is required.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Designated or Random Drug Testing required.
• Complete a Declaration for Federal Employment to determine your suitability for Federal employment, at the time requested by the agency.
• You will be required to serve a one‑year FAA Executive System (FAAES) probationary period unless you have previously completed a probationary period in either the FAAES or the Senior Executive Service (SES).
• You may be…