THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a UAS OPERATOR (T32), Position Description Number D1998000 and is part of the AL SAAO, National Guard. ORGANIZATION: 20TH SFG, ALEXANDRIA, AL SELECTING OFFICIAL: WO1 SCOTT CARPENTER

Duties

(1) Serves as a member of a UAS mission crew. Performs as aircraft operator (AO) or payload operator (PO) during inactive duty training (IDT), annual training (AT), additional flight training period (AFTP), and pre-mobilization and post-mobilization training periods. Incumbent is subject to various duty periods, including reverse-cycle training periods in order to support unit training requirements. Incumbent is responsible for ensuring proper flight plan submission prior to commencement of each mission. Ensures all aircraft operator and payload operator planning requirements are completed prior to the commencement of each mission. The incumbent trains to perform both the Aircraft Operator and the Payload Operator duties as he/she may be assigned either responsibility for each mission. Participates in and/or facilitates Crew Mission Briefing meetings where each crewmember is assigned his/her specific mission duties and responsibilities and is provided time to ask any mission specific questions. Performs mission planning tasks directed by the Mission Commander. a. Aircraft Operator (AO) Duties: -As assigned, operates the mission planning system. Performs software loading and configuration. Enters and verifies the mission waypoints and parameters. Builds and displays threat, target, air traffic control (ATC) restrictions, and air corridors. Builds and displays the mission required payload plan. -Performs preflight inspections. Ensures that proper preflight checks are verified in accordance with operator manuals and checklists. Ensures all required forms are completed and that the appropriate information has been entered into each form or electronic equivalent. -Completes engine start and systems checks, ensuring that the engine, related systems, and equipment are operating properly. Ensures all checklist items are completed prior to the start of all missions. -Responsible for radio communications. Tunes the system radios and monitors assigned frequencies utilized during the mission. If two simultaneous frequencies are being utilized, keeps the PO informed of any actions or communications conducted on the assigned frequency. Establishes communications with the appropriate ATC facility. Monitors the frequency before transmitting and uses appropriate call signs when acknowledging each communication. Transmits pilot reports, position reports, and flight plan changes. When advised to change frequencies, acknowledges the transmission before making the change and selects the new frequency at the appropriate time.-Performs assigned launch and post-launch procedures in accordance with appropriate operator manuals and checklists. Coordinates with ground crew during the launch process to ensure successful departure from the launcher. -Operates the aircraft in Knob Control. Changes heading commands to meet mission waypoints, adjusts controls for winds, adjusts airspeed commands to meet time-over-target (TOT) requirements while staying within operating parameters. Adjusts altitude commands to meet waypoint requirements. Coordinates with the PO. Uses the map display or appropriate paper map to determine the correct magnetic heading to the next waypoint or target with corrections for wind. Determines the distance to the next waypoint or target, calculating the proper airspeed to reach the waypoint/target within the specified time and operational parameters. Initiates new airspeed command on the airspeed slider on the unmanned aircraft (UA) control panel. Monitors pitch indication and airspeed for proper response. Sets the altitude command, with the altitude slider on the UA control panel, for the correct altitude for the next waypoint/target. Monitors throttles/revolutions per minute (RPM) and engine instruments as well as altitude and rate-of-climb indicators for proper response. If the next target is too close to fit within time over target (TOT) specifications, adjust heading to delay arrival on the waypoint/target. -Performs fuels management procedures. Determines necessary fuel requirements. Calculates mission flight time based on total distances from launch to recovery. Calculates the maximum amount of flight time by determining the number of liters of fuel expended per hour, taking into account the fuel necessary for launch and recovery. -Perform Flight Utilizing Automatic Flight Modes. Announces all flight mode changes. Verifies that the UAS enters the selected flight mode by monitoring the flight mode section of the UA control panel. -Performs all emergency procedures described in the operator's manual or checklist. In the event of adverse meteorological conditions, maintains control of the UA; maneuvers the UA out of obscurations; directs the aircraft to climb, descend, or turn as required. Sets the transponder to the appropriate code PLEASE CONTACT HRO FOR COMPLETE POSITION DESCRIPTION.

Requirements

• 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.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• 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.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Qualifications

Military Requirements: This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military grade in the Alabama Army National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the Alabama Army National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact an Alabama Army National Guard recruiter at 800-464-8273 prior to applying for this position. MINIMUM MILITARY RANK: SPC MAXIMUM MILITARY RANK: SSG *Other Requirements: For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Each applicant must fully substantiate (in his/her own words) that he/she meets the requirements of the Specialized Experience listed below: Otherwise, the applicant will be considered unqualified for this position. DO NOT COPY THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION. DOING SO MAY RESULT IN DISQUALIFICATION FOR THE POSITION. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience that demonstrated a knowledge of the transportation function(s) of the position to be filled. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: 1-year specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade. Experience, education, or training in mission planning for preflight, in-flight, ground or command and control (C2) duties according to specific transportation functions. Receives, interprets, extracts, and disseminates relevant data for mission planning or execution. Experience coordinating and negotiating with organizations/personnel both orally and in writing to resolve differences/problems. Knowledge Required by the Position: --Knowledge of the assigned unmanned aircraft's capabilities, handling characteristics, and limitations to actively participate in mission planning meetings and to safely launch, operate, and recover the UA during assigned missions. --Knowledge of military and civilian airspace and aircraft separation requirements, restrictions, and limitations to operate the UAS in airspaces controlled by military and Federal Aviation Administration air traffic controllers. --Knowledge of all flight procedures and rules applicable to the geographical area(s) in which the UAS will be operated for training and tactical missions. --Skill in operating the UAS payload equipment which includes, but is not limited to day cameras, electro-optical/infrared sensors, synthetic aperture radar, airborne standoff minefield detection systems, etc. --Skill in operating both the aircraft and payload equipment in all types of terrain and climate conditions during both daytime and nighttime operations. --Basic understanding of ground crew operations along with the operations of the launcher and recovery equipment to ensure launch and recovery operations are completed successfully. --Knowledge of basic arithmetic operations to calculate mission distances and aircraft fuel usage and requirements. --Skill in calculating wind speeds, distances, flight time, fuel consumption rates. --Basic understanding of general UAS maintenance requirements to be able to assist maintenance crews in troubleshooting problems with the UA and payload equipment. --Knowledge of, and skill in using instructional methods and procedures to instruct other personnel in the operation of both the aircraft and payload. --Skill in providing on-the-job training and mentoring to drill status guard members in the operation of both the unmanned aircraft and the payload equipment. --Ability to assess student operators' strengths and weaknesses to adapt instructional assignments to meet each student's training needs and thus enhancing the overall training experience. --Ability to understand the military decision-making process, how to determine from a military operations order the specified and implied tasks, and the critical information gathering requirements.

Education

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience:

Undergraduate and Graduate Education: Major study -- accounting, business administration, business or commercial law, commerce, economics, engineering, finance, industrial management, statistics, traffic management, transportation, motor mechanics, or other fields related to the position.

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.

Contacts

• Address AL SAAO 1720 Congressman Dickinson Dr MONTGOMERY, AL 36109 US
• Name: Scott Carpenter
• Phone: 256-676-3818
• Email: [email protected]