FAA Interview Questions & Reviews
Updated Feb 1, 2012 – Interview questions and reviews posted anonymously by interview candidates.
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Air Traffic Controller at FAA
Posted Feb 1, 2012
2.0
Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2011 in Montgomery, AL (took 4+ weeks)
I met with a gentleman who was the manager of the control tower facility nearest to me. It was a casual, friendly conversation, with many of the questions consisting how I handle pressure, times in my life where things didn't go my way, my hobbies, why I want to go into this field, etc. Post-interview communication went through FAA human resource specialists. Mine was very helpful in keeping my abreast of my application status.
Interview Questions
Negotiation Details
Non-negotiable.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, a Skills Test, a Personality Test, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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Airport Dispatcher at FAA
Posted Dec 17, 2011 — 0 of 1 people found this helpful
4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2011 in Tampa, FL (took a day)
I applied online through Tampa, FL civil service. Was asked to come in to do typing and skills test within 2 weeks. Upon arrival, after paying $7.00 to park in downtown Tampa, FL the place was flooded with people applying for the same job 1 week before the deadline. Typing was easy, just type the addresses correctly with good speed. Skills test was average, mostly logical questions that pertain to job. Study guide is online at the civil service website. You will know before you leave if you will pass the test. I recieved an email stating I was in the ranking for the job and the FAA and not Tampa Civil Service would contact me if they wanted to setup an interview. No call, or follow up after numerous attempts to contact everyone about status.... (this seemed to be the industry)
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Skills Test.
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Secretarial Position at FAA
Posted Oct 31, 2011
1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Oct 2011 in Alexandria, VA (took 3 months)
From the time the job closed to interview, it was almost 4 months. Was asked a series of several "what would you do in this situation" questions. They thanked me for my time and asked if I had any questions. Was told that an offer could take just as long as the interview process did and not to give up.
Interview Questions
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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Management and Program Analyst at FAA
Posted Mar 7, 2011
4.0
Difficult Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Mar 2010 in Jamaica, NY (took 4+ weeks)
For a federal agency, the interview process was very well structured. There were several questions, and the interview was timed.
Negotiation Details
Government job, so, no much room for salary negotiation. Benefits for federal employees are pretty much standard across the board for all.
Other Details
I applied In-Person and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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Operations at FAA
Posted Jan 4, 2011
3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2010 (took a day)
Overall the process was simple and straightforward. I applied online and was called by a manager several days after the announcement closed. Focused on my experience and abilities. As well as, flexibility, and ability to manage/lead. The setting was casual and non threatening. I did get plenty of KSA related questions.
Interview Questions
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview.
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IT at FAA
Posted Dec 4, 2010
3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Declined Offer
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Interviewed Dec 2009 (took a day)
Not much to say. All the members of the review panel were extremely professional and nice. Questions asked were from KSAs.
Interview Questions
Reason for Declining
Salary offered was significantly less than offer I accepted.
Other Details
The interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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Computer Specialist at FAA
Posted May 21, 2010
1.0
Very Easy Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed May 2009 in Oklahoma City, OK (took a day)
After the online application process and confirmation that I was able to satisfactorily pass the background investigation I was offered a position. No formal interview was conducted
Negotiation Details
I was able to negotiate a slightly higher salary but that was all. Always ask for enhanced leave accrual and for any past contracting experience to be honored toward vacation accrual. Overall, the process was very straight forward and easy going.
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a Background Check.
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Psychology Technician at FAA
Posted Jan 21, 2010
3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Neutral Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Feb 2009 (took 4 weeks)
Spoke with managers and a few persons in that position.
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Other Details
The interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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Electronics Technician at FAA
Posted Dec 18, 2009
3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Negative Experience
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Interviewed and No Offer
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Interviewed Nov 2009 in Indianapolis, IN (took a day)
I failed the interview by not fully understanding a two part question. In all honesty, I was overqualified for the position, or at least it would not have been a good match for my work ethic.
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Other Details
I got the interview through a College or University and the interview consisted of a Group/Panel Interview.
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Air Traffic Controller at FAA
Posted Nov 5, 2009
3.0
Average Interview
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Overall Positive Experience
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Received and Accepted Offer
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Interviewed Jan 2009 (took a day)
apply online, take ATSAT test, shedule interview and PEPC.
Interview Questions
Negotiation Details
no negotiation for off the streets applicants
Other Details
I Applied Online and the interview consisted of a 1:1 Interview, an IQ/Intelligence Test, a Skills Test, a Personality Test, a Drug Test and a Background Check.
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