Originally Posted by miapilot (Post 2201353)

i applied for ASI - General Aviation - at the end of August (only 2 weeks ago today). I'm in the same boat, waiting. I'm certainly well qualified, but don't know what they are looking for exactly on the KSA's. I did use a book from the library about how to fill that out. I was confused by the question did that lead to a degree. Heck, college was over 25 years ago. So I answered some questions that steered towards college courses and some (which I didn't check the "lead to a degree" box) by using work experience. I did NOT use all the allowable space like some had on the KSA's. I also changed my resume from a one page to four page and incorporated some of the KSA's answers into that. So I don't know if I get less points (also non veteran) for how I filled the application out.



I'm also willing to move anywhere although it pains me to relocate to say, GRR. I did hear a story recently of a newhire (general aviation) who didn't want to move to CMH and was able to stay in CLE. I certainly don't want to take the chance like the above poster and continue to wait for a position to open up where I want to go. This thread has been invaluable for information so thanks to all for keeping us informed. I will do the same if I hear anything.

Originally Posted by I miss my dog (Post 2205452)

Who knows? Friend applied shortly before me for ASI AC. He is ridiculously qualified. Hasn't heard a word. I applied, got called, did a good interview, and haven't heard anything since. Unfortunately, getting an offer and doing the check ride for a final offer before Sept 30 looks pretty unlikely for any of us at this point. Don't mean to be a downer - best of luck to all. I think the rumors on here that there were almost no applicants was greatly exaggerated.


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Originally Posted by USMCFLYR (Post 2205493)

Every branch within every department is very different. In my little corner of the big bad gov't world we are busy hiring and getting people on BEFORE the end of the fiscal year.

I will say that gov't HR hiring rules make little sense. Their timelines are not in line with anyone elses' and if you aren't prepared, or able, to move at their sometimes glacial pace, then you need to keep looking while waiting for the opportunity. If something else comes along while you are waiting and you'd rather take that job then you should jump on it IMO. If they then call and you are no longer available, and you would have been a great fit for the organization, then their system let them down. It is the system. Sometimes it works; sometimes it does not.

Originally Posted by miapilot (Post 2201353)

I'm also willing to move anywhere

Originally Posted by MidwestXLguy (Post 2205482)

Nothing they do makes any sense, and it changes day-to-day. At this point, end of the fiscal year is looming, so I (personally) can't imagine any hiring until mid-October. I, of course, could be wrong.

Originally Posted by JamesNoBrakes (Post 2205806)

I do not recommend this.

Originally Posted by miapilot (Post 2205844)

Why do you suggest not moving anywhere to take the job? I understand you could be given several choices. You could always transfer later. Of course, they have to call me first!