Job opening: AIRCRAFT FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR
Salary: $103 409 - 134 435 per year
Published at: Feb 15 2024
Employment Type: Full-time
IOWA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION
This position is restricted to current Military members of the Army, Army Reserve, or Army National Guard willing and eligible to become a member of the Iowa Army National Guard. Please contact a recruiter at (515)252-4888 to verify military membership eligibility.
LOCATION: AASF #2, WATERLOO, IOWA
Duties
As a AIRCRAFT FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR, GS-2181-13 your duties are below.
(1) 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 (at least 20%), 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.
(2) 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.
(3) Performs other duties as assigned D0610
Qualifications
In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Eligibility requirements for Dual Status technician positions in this occupation are based on the candidate's possession of Federal Aviation Administration pilot certificates -OR- appropriate military certifications, military ratings in the main-frame military aircraft of employment, and the required competencies (knowledge, skills, and abilities).
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: GS-2181-13: Must have at least 24 months experience in the following:
To qualify, the applicant must have at least two years specialized competencies in operating a specific main-frame military aircraft, mission planning, and mission preparation.
Experienced in reviewing and analyzing mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information.
Experienced in filing flight plans and conducting crew briefings.
Experienced in aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, and equipment assessments.
Experienced in performing or supervising work procedures involved in navigation, in-flight refueling, search and rescue operations or surveillance and reconnaissance.
Competent in conducting or supervising the training of crew members in simple to complex mission specific tasks.
Experienced in developing plans and policies, monitoring operations, and advising commanders.
Knowledge is required in flight theory, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, mission tactics, and operating procedures.
Experienced 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
To receive credit for Education, you must provide college transcripts to support your Educational claims.
Must have a high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma. An undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university is optimum. Must have Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs or must have aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools.
Contacts
- Address IA AASF 2
2245 W Big Rock Rd
Waterloo, IA 50703-9643
US
- Name: Andrea Salgado
- Phone: 515-252-4453
- Email: [email protected]
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