Duties
As a FLIGHT ENGINEER (INSTRUCTOR), GS-2185-10, you will serve as instructor/flight examiner providing instruction, evaluation and examination on ground and operational training flights to develop and upgrade skills of non-rated aircrew members; applying knowledge of the full range of aircrew duties and responsibilities, methods of instruction and requirements of the program; perform standardization, currency, instrument, proficiency, tactical, and emergency response flights; assess newly assigned individuals' level of experience and training through review of training records and/or proficiency flight evaluation to determine proficiency and Readiness Level status; plan and manage the UH60L/M non-rated aircrew training program, schedule and conduct initial, refresher and continuing training, (including ground and flight tasks); provide training on operational principles and characteristics of major aircraft systems and parameters, and equipment troubleshooting; instruct proper methods of performing aircrew duties such as computation of aircraft weight and balance, techniques of aircraft internal and external loads, forms and records completion, arm and hand signals, cold and hot refueling, hoist operations and use of ground equipment; perform a variety of administrative functions associated with the non-rated aircrew training program and ensure all applicable publications are current, keeping crew members informed of pertinent changes; may assist the pilot in the operation of communications/navigation equipment, performing basic navigation and map reading and checklist reading; provide direction and operational progress to pilot regarding maneuvering the aircraft over objects for hoist and sling operations and in securing and releasing external cargo loads; perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
Conditions of Employment
- NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
- Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
- Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
- Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
- Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
- May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
Qualifications
Military Grades: Enlisted (E7 and below)
General Experience: Experience in performing, instructing, and evaluating flight crew duties in Army aircraft.
Specialized Experience: Must have at least 500 hours of non-rated crewmember military flight hours; Readiness Level 1 (RL1); qualified Flight Instructor (FI) or Standardization Instructor (SI); experienced and familiar with implementing non-rated aircrew training programs and managing aircrew training records. Must have a valid DA Form 2992 "Upslip" stating fit for duty.
Education
You must provide transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.
Benefits
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How You Will Be Evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):
How to Apply
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12767760
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application.
To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.
Next steps
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. 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.