Click on "Learn more about this agency" button below to view Eligibilities being considered and other IMPORTANT information. The primary purpose of this position is to serve as a Training Specialist developing graduate level aircrew programs of instruction for aircrew flying training programs for USAF and Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers. Specialist will be responsible for developing all graduate level instruction on all crew positions on a major weapons system for Mobility Aircraft.

Duties

Plans, coordinates, designs, and validates major components of graduate level aircrew flying training instructional design. Develops, reviews, and revises graduate level aircrew flying training instructional materials in accordance with established learning objectives. Using training experience and knowledge of graduate level aircrew flying training, develops the plan and measurement devices for measuring achievement of instructional objectives..

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• Must obtain and maintain a SECRET clearance as a condition of employment.
• If authorized, PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/
• This position is subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program
• This is a drug testing designated position per AFI 90-508. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Recruitment Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Relocation Incentive may be authorized for this position
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft. A passport is required when traveling to meet Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers.
• Incumbent may work an uncommon tour of duty.
• Required to file annual financial disclosure statement per Ethics in Government Act of 1974, as implemented by 5 CFR 2634 and the Joint Ethics Regulation section 7-300. Required to file using the Financial Disclosure Management (FDM) system.
• Required to maintain currency on changes in Acquisition Quality Assurance and advances in fields relating to training technology and training programs.
• Incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.
• This is a program level acquisition position and requires Level I certification in Acquisition Quality Assurance in accordance with the Acquisition Professional Development Program (APDP)...cont.
• as specified under the Defense Acquisition Workforce Improvement Act (DAWIA). The employee must be Level I certified within 18 months of beginning job and maintain currency by completing 80 Continuing Learning Points (CLP) every 24 months.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the specialized experience requirements described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Administrative and Management Positions. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicants must have at least one (1) year of specialized experience at the next lower grade GS-09, or equivalent in other pay systems. Examples of specialized experience includes Comprehensive and thorough knowledge of a wide range of professional concepts, principles, practices, procedures regulations, and laws applicable to a full range of ground based, aircrew flying training responsibilities such as that gained through extensive specialized training, experience, and skill in applying this knowledge to difficult and complex assignments. Knowledge of a wide range of principles, practices, and concepts involved_ in flight rules and procedures, aircraft characteristics, and aircraft systems to develop the syllabus for courses required through academic instruction and flight simulator missions. Knowledge of the methods, principles, practices, and programs related to curriculum development, instructional techniques, and training resources. Provide contract training quality assurance oversight to ensure the continuity of training. Ensures courseware is evaluated against contract specifications. Develop courseware for numerous Foreign Military Sales (FMS) customers. Manage Modification/New procurement of contract training. OR EDUCATION: successfully completed a PhD or equivalent doctoral degree OR 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree OR LL.M. Education with a major study in education or a subject area related to the position to be filled. NOTE: You must submit copies of your transcripts. OR COMBINATION OF EXPERIENCE AND EDUCATION: A combination of education and experience above may be used to qualify for this position. NOTE: You must submit a copy of your transcripts with your application. FEDERAL TIME-IN-GRADE (TIG) REQUIREMENT FOR GENERAL SCHEDULE (GS) POSITIONS: Merit promotion applicants must meet applicable time-in-grade requirements to be considered eligible. One year at the GS-09 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-11 level. TIG applies if you are in a current GS position or held a GS position within the previous 52 weeks. NOTE: Applicants applying as VEOA candidates who are current GS civil service employees or are prior GS civil service employees within the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities and/or competencies in the following areas: 1. Knowledge of graduate level aircrew flying training administration, policies, and procedures to develop an adequate training program 2. Knowledge of the principles, practices, and techniques of instruction to include use of technology for design and delivery of training. Detailed knowledge of higher level quality systems such as ISO 9000 or AS 9100. 3. Knowledge of data collection techniques and practices used to extract or obtain a variety of information required for the evaluation of training programs. 4. Ability to establish program objectives and to assess progress toward their achievement. Must be flexible in order to achieve program objectives, particularly where FMS customers are concerned. 5. Ability to apply the principles and techniques of education and to help graduate flying students acquire specific skills and knowledge. PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week. VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

Education

IF USING EDUCATION TO QUALIFY: If position has a positive degree requirement or education forms the basis for qualifications, you MUST submit transcriptswith the application. Official transcripts are not required at the time of application; however, if position has a positive degree requirement, qualifying based on education alone or in combination with experience, transcripts must be verified prior to appointment. An accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education must accredit education. Click here to check accreditation.

FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

Contacts

• Address Altus AFB 308 N First Street Altus AFB, OK 73523 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]