SUPERVISORY AIRCRAFT FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR Job in Buckley AFB, CO

Vacancy No. CO-12744929-AR-25-094 Department Army National Guard Units
Salary $138,639.00 to $180,232.00 Grade 13 to 13
Perm/Temp Temporary FT/PT Full-time
Open Date 6/3/2025 Close Date 6/17/2025
Job Link Apply Online Who may apply Status Candidates
Locations:
Buckley AFB, CO


Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a SUPERVISORY AIRCRAFT FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR, Position Description Number D0611000 and is part of the CO Army Aviation Support Facility, National Guard.

The purpose of the position is to manage the Operations and Training Section of the AASF and to perform flight instructor duties. The incumbent supervises 3-12 aircraft light instructors, flight engineers and flight operations specialists.

This job is open to

Clarification from the agency

Open to current Permanent Dual Status Military Technicians with the Army Aviation Support Facility.

Duties

Directs and coordinates all light operations and training activities at the installation and supervises the AASF Flight Operations Section. Plans and assigns work to be accomplished by 3-12 subordinates in grades through GS-13. Sets priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work. Plans, establishes and updates the standing operating procedures required for the safe and efficient operation of aircraft and transient aircraft. Instructs and evaluates pilots in operating light or heavy, fixed or rotary wing aircraft. Trains and evaluates pilots in basic or advanced instrument flight procedures characterized by a substantial degree of hazard and using the technique of operating an aircraft through reference to instruments as well as visual reference to the terrain and horizon. Performs other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY CONTROLS:
Works under the general supervision of the AASF Commander, performing duties in accordance with established policies and procedures referring only problems of a difficult nature to supervisor for guidance and advice. Completed work is reviewed through operating reports for accomplishments and meeting of program objectives.

Requirements

Conditions of Employment

  • Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
  • Must be a current Permanent Dual Status Military Technician with the Army Aviation Support Facility.
  • Must hold the grade of O-2 or O-3.
  • Submit all required documentation.

Qualifications

Military Grades: O-2 or O-3

1. Specialized experience will be used to determine qualifications for the announced position.

2. An applicant's RESUME must provide, in detail, how they meet each specialized experience listed below.

3. It must be documented with "from (mm/yy)" and "to (mm/yy)" dates and description of the specialized experience.

DO NOT copy each bullet listed below word for word and place into your resume; you must describe your personal experience as it pertains to each bullet.

You will be immediately disqualified if you fail to include specialized experience in your resume.

Must have at least 24 months of Specialized Experience in each of the following:
1. Experience in operating a specific main-frame military aircraft, mission planning, and mission preparation.

2. Experience in reviewing and analyzing mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information.

3. Experience in filing flight plans and conducting crew briefings.

4. Experience in aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, and equipment assessments.

5. Experience in performing or supervising work procedures involved in navigation, search and rescue operations or surveillance and reconnaissance.

6. Experience in conducting or supervising the training of crew members in simple to complex mission specific tasks.

7. Experience developing plans and policies, monitoring operations, and advising commanders.

8. Experience in the unit flying, explosive, and ground safety programs in accordance with Department of Defense, Department of the Army, National Guard Bureau, and/or Occupational Safety and Health Administration policies, regulations, and directives.

Education

Education cannot be substituted for Specialized Experience for this position.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).

1. If you would like to inquire about joining the Colorado Army National Guard please contact (720) 250-1351.
2. PCS funds are not available (unless otherwise stated).
3. Be advised that if selected for a military technician position where membership in a reserve component is a condition of employment, your bonus may be terminated and may or may not be subject to recoupment. Questions pertaining to recoupment may be directed to the State Incentives manager at (720) 250-1337.
4. AGR positions are not announced/applied for on USAjobs. Contact your respective AGR offices for instructions on how to apply for AGR positions.
5. A security clearance may be required for this position. Please contact the selecting supervisor or state security manager with questions regarding clearances. (Failure to obtain/maintain a security clearance may be grounds for termination from the Technician program.)
6. Unless stated otherwise: Must be fully qualified or able to obtain MOS within one year hire if this position is listed as immaterial against NGB compatibility requirements. If there is a compatible, required, or restricted MOS listed in this announcement - you will need that MOS to qualify for the position. If this position requires specific ASVAB scores, please contact the selecting supervisor with any questions.
7. This position may be contingent on the vacancy of the incumbent even if not otherwise stated in this announcement. Please contact the HRO with any questions regarding hiring dates.
8. Per ARNG-HRH Policy Memorandum #10-39, mandatory Full Time Staff (FTS) training is required within a year of hire as a condition of employment in vacancy announcements for both Technician and Active Guard Reserve positions. Failure of new FTS personnel to complete NGB prescribed courses at PEC within the first year of employment may be cause for reassignment to other full time positions or termination of their employment.
9. We use E-Verify to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired.

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 are found to be a minimally qualified candidate, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Required Documents

Failure to submit the required documents will be grounds for disqualification without further review

REQUIRED: A current Resume, providing name, military rank, and email
REQUIRED: Specialized experience documented in your resume with mm/yy to mm/yy format
REQUIRED: Current non-award SF50 showing status
REQUIRED: Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs OR aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools

If you are relying on your education to meet qualification requirements:

Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.

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/12744929

A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.

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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.

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Agency contact information

MAJ Benjamin Grisamore
Address
CO Army Aviation Support Facility
19310 Camp Hale Way
Bldg 1510
Aurora, CO 80011
US

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.


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