This National Guard position is for a MAINTENANCE TEST PILOT (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2459000 and is part of the FL AASF 1, National Guard.

Duties

As a MAINTENANCE TEST PILOT (TITLE 32), GS-2181-12, you will perform maintenance test flights of rotary wing aircraft to determine that the airframe, power plant and power train, subsystems accessories, and other auxiliary equipment are functioning in accordance with current US Army publications, policies and predetermined requirements in the intended operational environment for the purpose of certifying the airworthiness of the complete aircraft. Conducts final test flights prior to the release of the aircraft for operational use after modification or repairs to include component changes such as engines repairs, transmissions rotor blades, wings, and avionics modification packages performed by the Aviation maintenance activity. Tests avionics modification and equipment packages for in-flight reliability, proper operation and accuracy for use in critical or actual instrument conditions to complete approaches to a safe landing.

Requirements

• Applicants should contact their state incentives manager to determine if accepting this position will affect any bonus received from the military.
• 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.
• Security Clearance requirements are determined by position and/or MOS/AFSC compatibility.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

Qualifications

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: This position is in the Excepted Federal Civil Service "under the authority of 32 U.S.C. 709" and is open ONLY to ON BOARD excepted permanent/indefinite (T32 and T5) technicians employed by the Florida National Guard. PCS: Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs, Recruitment or Relocation Incentive MAY be authorized. Authorization for payment of PCS expenses, Recruitment or Relocation Incentive will be granted ONLY after determination is made that payment is in the best interest of the Florida National Guard. FLARNG BUS Code NG5022: This position is "included" in the bargaining unit and eligible for labor organization representation. The current exclusive representative is The Association of Civilian Technicians, Chapter 87 and the President is Mr. Michael Ortmayer at [email protected] or (904) 573-2300 ext 1023. Military Grades: Warrant Officers; CW2 thru CW4 Note 1: Applicants MUST submit a DA form 759 to be considered for the position. This MUST show Maintenance Test Pilot Certification. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS12 Must have at least 24 months experience and training as a pilot in the unit equipped aircraft (UH-60). Experience flying aircraft during varying conditions and circumstances to include day, night, and night vision goggles (NVG). Must have a minimum of 100 hours pilot-in-command (PC) and/or maintenance test pilot (MP) time (can be combined). Experience and proficiency in the planning and execution of general support aviation battalion (GSAB) missions and air movement/air assault missions. Experience demonstrating in-depth knowledge of flight safety regulations, practices, procedures, and submission of safety reports.

Education

If you are using Education to qualify for this 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 FL AASF 1 13650 Aerospace Way Jacksonville, FL 32221-8180 US
• Name: FLNG-Staffing-Distro Cert-Staffing-Distro
• Email: [email protected]