AIRCRAFT FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR Job in East Wenatchee, WA

Summary

This job is open to

• The public

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

• National Guard and reserves

  Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.

Duties

A GS-2181-13, AIRCRAFT FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR:

• Plans and implements flight training and instruction for rated pilots and instructor pilots in accordance with the Aircrew Training Manual (ATM).
• Adjusts course material to meet individual needs.
• For a substantial portion of the time, performs one or more of the following:
  • a) trains, instructs and evaluates pilots in operating aircraft using advanced instrument flight techniques;
  • b) instructs pilots in methods of instruction and evaluates instructor pilots' proficiency to engage in flight instruction;
  • c) instructs pilots in operating advanced attack helicopters or heavy multi-engine advanced transport helicopters.
• Conducts training flights involving operating an aircraft through reference to instruments and use of automatic direction-finding equipment such as Omni directional radials, ground control approach and instrument landing systems on and off Federal airways.
• Conducts refresher, mission and continuation combat training in advanced attack helicopters involving aggressor and defensive maneuvers and aerial gunnery practice with heavy ordinance and/or trains and instructs pilots in the operation of heavy multi-engine transport helicopters to transport equipment and personnel in combat situations.
• Trains pilots in the full range of aircraft maneuvers required in combat situations.
• Provides instruction in emergency procedures such as loss of propulsion, directional control or related systems.
• Performs flights in all-weather/environmental conditions, day and night, and using night vision devices.
• Prepares and presents related classroom instruction.
• Recommends whether pilots remain in flight status.
• Conducts refresher, mission and continuation training in light fixed wing or utility and observer helicopters.
• Trains pilots in basic and advanced techniques required to support the Pilot's unit mission.
• Conducts training flights involving a substantial degree of hazard such as training helicopter pilots in advanced flight techniques required in combat situations, tactical flying at night in all weather conditions and with the use of night vision devices, flight maneuvers which take advantage of the terrain, low level flight, short field takeoffs and landings, flying in formation. evasive maneuvers and emergency procedures involving engine failures and malfunctions of hydraulic and electrical systems over hazardous terrain.
• Performs routine operational flight assignments.
• Transports passengers including dignitaries to and from a variety of different points.
• As required. performs maintenance test flights of aircraft following repair of maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

Military Grades: CW2-CW4

Compatible Military Assignments: N/A

- Must be qualified and current UH-72 Army Aviator.

- Must have a minimum of 1500 hours total Army rotary wing flight.

- Must be a graduate of the UH-72 instructor Pilot Course (IPC or IPC-T)

- A hiring incentive may be available.

- Applicants need not be assigned to the position or possess the MOS to apply or be considered for selection. Selected applicant must be assigned to a compatible Military position and attain MOS within 1 year of appointment action.

- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

- All soldiers, civilian employees, and contractor employees who drive Army-owned or leased vehicles must complete the Army Avoidance Course (AAC) training when they start working for the Army. Must have a valid Washington state and military driver's license. Must be able to obtain a Government Travel Card (GTC) and be able to attend all schools deemed necessary by the supervisor.

- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

- Must maintain membership in the WA Army National Guard for continued employment.

- Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate (SECRET) security clearance of the position.

- This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

- Position requires ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

- Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.

- The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

- Prior to appointment, an applicant's military medical record must indicate a completed and current medical physical, flight physical, medical profile, and completed/cleared drug test.

- Must not have record of claustrophobia or claustrophobic tendencies.

How You Will Be Evaluated

Required Documents

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 12/23/2024 to receive consideration. Failure to submit all required documents by the closing date will result in disqualification.

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Next steps

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. You are encouraged to reach out to our office to verify that all required application materials have successfully been uploaded prior to the announcement closing. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.