About the Position: Serves as a Training Instructor responsible for instructing military students, DoD, and contractor personnel on procedures for operating the Shadow RQ-7 Unmanned Aircraft Vehicle (UAV).

Duties

Complete training phases/blocks on the Ground Control Station (GCS) and associated equipment for the Shadow RQ-7 TUAS operational specifics, capabilities and limitations. Provide instruction on Shadow unmanned aircraft system, to include mission planning, mission sensor/payload operations, launching, remotely piloting, and recovering the aerial vehicle. Coordinate flight schedules, airspace, resources, frequency management, and other aspects off light operations. Plans, manages and is responsible for the execution of Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) ground, simulation and flight operations on a daily basis. Coordinates airspace clearances, flight line operations and maintenance support. Deconflicts UAS and communications frequencies relating to the mission. Presents formal instruction to support organization approved Programs of Instruction (POI) through lecture, conference, demonstration, and practical exercises where lifting of up to 50 lbs with assistance is required. Performs necessary on-site maintenance on classroom systems to ensure their continual availability for student use.

Requirements

• Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance (ENTNAC/NAC/NACI/BI REQUIRED).
• In accordance with Change 3 to AR 600-85, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program, must successfully pass a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and periodically thereafter.
• In accordance with AR 95-1, Flight Regulations, must complete the minimum flying hour, approved aircrew training task iteration, and evaluation requirements as determined by the commander/hiring authority based on assigned duties.
• Must complete semi-annual flight hour requirements: 6 hours live (2 hours in each position, Aircraft Operator/Payload Operator); 12 hours simulation (4 hours in each position, Aircraft Operator/Payload Operator)
• Requires selectee to work on rotating shifts to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, and in other situations.
• May be required to complete a one-year probationary period.
• Must complete the Student Cadre Training Course, the Common Faculty Development-Instructor Course, the Instructor Operator Course and obtain certification within 6 months of hire date.
• Must be able to successfully complete pre-employment Class IV Flight Physical.

Qualifications

Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled VeteransCurrent Department of Army Civilian EmployeesCurrent Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange AgreementDomestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel WorkforceExecutive Order (E.O.) 12721Interagency Career Transition Assistance PlanLand Management Workforce Flexibility ActMilitary Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)Non-Department of Defense (DoD) TransferOffice of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement EligiblePeople with Disabilities, Schedule APriority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) EligiblePriority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability RetirementPriority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference EligibleReinstatementVeterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document. Specialized Experience: One year or more of specialized experience that demonstrates a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position that demonstrates a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position which includes conducting flight operations of the RQ-7 Shadow tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) system. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-09). OR Education: Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree or 3 full years of progressively higher-level graduate education leading to such a degree or LL.M. with a major study in education or a subject area related to the position to be filled, such as counseling and education. OR Combination of Education and Experience: A combination of education and experience may be used to qualify for this position as long as the computed percentage of the requirements is at least 100%. To compute the percentage of the requirements, divide your total months of experience by 12. Then divide the total number of completed graduate semester hours (or equivalent) beyond the second year (total graduate semester hours minus 36) by 18. Add the two percentages. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Aviation OperationsInstructional Delivery and Learner DevelopmentManages and Organizes Information Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-09).

Education

FOREIGN EDUCATION: If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program; or full credit has been given for the courses at a U.S. accredited college or university. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Contacts

• Address EJ-APF-W0U9AA US ARMY AVIATION CENTER DO NOT MAIL Fort Huachuca, AZ 85613 US
• Name: Army Applicant Help Desk