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Duties

PRIMARY PURPOSE: to serve as an aircraft simulator and academic instructor for students enrolled in Mission Qualification Training (MQT), Instructor Upgrade Training (IPUG), Instrument Refresher Course (IRC), and Continuation Training (CT) programs designed to provide proficiency in the unit's primary tasked mission of High-Altitude Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance (HAISR). DUTIES: Applying aviator experience, serves as a simulator instructor for rated students in the full range of aircraft maneuvering and sensor employment. Applying aviator experience, serves as courseware SME and academic instructor for rated students. Analytical, advisory, management, technical and functional support for ISR system development and employment. Performs all duties related to accomplishment of the unit operational and training mission. Interfaces with units/staff for detailed training syllabus updates, and exercise plans. Monitors and evaluates student progress and performance.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required
• Males must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.gov
• 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
• Disclosure of Political Appointments
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on your resume
• Leave accrual may be authorized upon request
• Experience as a rated military aviator is critical to the successful completion of assigned duties. Previous experience as an instructor in RPA aircraft is highly desirable.
• Incumbent must be able to obtain and maintain a Top-Secret Clearance.
• This is a drug testing designated position. The incumbent is subject to random testing for drug use.
• Subject to preemployment physical.
• Incumbent may be required to stand for several hours at a time while instructing in a classroom environment.
• Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
• Incumbent is subject to work other than normal duty hours, which may change daily due to simulator and academic work schedules.
• Ability to make independent decisions on a real-time basis while superiors are monitoring the situation. Must be able to handle intense stress situation of decision making while the events creating the problem are unfolding
• This Position is Centrally Managed in the Operations Field.

Qualifications

In order to qualify, you must meet the Minimum Eligibility Requirements, and the Minimum Flight Hour Requirements described below. Note: Candidates establishing eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official orders, forms, or logbooks showing their status as a rated military pilot, flight instructor, or flight examiner, as appropriate. Other certificates that meet or exceed the requirements of the Commercial Pilot Certificate are also acceptable, e.g., an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. Minimum Eligibility Requirements: Minimum eligibility requirements for positions in this occupation are based on possession of the appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificates and/or appropriate military ratings, meeting the applicable flight hour requirements, and possession of the knowledge and skills required for the positions. Certificates and Ratings: For all grade levels and specializations, candidates must possess a current Commercial Pilot Certificate or the appropriate military rating; both meet the intent of the requirement. If an agency decides, for example, not to accept the military rating, the rationale for the decision should be based upon the requirements of the position and should be thoroughly described in agency operating material. For flight instructor positions, the FAA Flight Instructor Certificate or the military equivalent rating is also required. The pilot certificate must include the rating(s) appropriate to the work of the position to be filled. For example, a position that involves flying a multi-engine airplane to various destinations under instrument flight rules would require the Commercial Pilot Certificate with the airplane, multi-engine, and instrument ratings or appropriate U.S. military ratings. Positions that require flying or instructing in flying both airplanes and helicopters require a rating in both categories. Only those ratings necessary to perform the work are required. Flight Experience: Candidates must demonstrate possession of the knowledge and skills required for the work by meeting certain minimum flight hour requirements. The categories in which candidates are required to demonstrate proficiency relate to (1) the general knowledge and skills to pilot the aircraft, and (2) the specific knowledge and skills related to the particular position being filled. Only that flight experience that is directly related to the work of the position is required for purposes of establishing minimum eligibility. Minimum Flight Hour Requirements The following flight hour requirements apply to all applicants: The following flight hour requirements apply to all applicants: Total Flight Time -- Flight time as pilot-in-command or copilot in aircraft of any weight or category is creditable for this requirement. For in-service placements actions, up to one-fourth of the total flight hours may by waived for candidates who have demonstrated possession of the knowledge and skills needed to perform the work, provided: They hold the certificates and ratings required; They have acquired the pilot-in-command hours and flight hours in other categories essential to performance of the work; They meet the requirements in terms of level and quality of experience; and Their flying history indicates they are qualified for the position. Pilot-In-Command -- Only flight hours acquired as pilot-in-command are creditable. Night Flying -- For in-service placement actions at the GS-11 level and above, 25 hours may be waived if the candidate demonstrates the ability to perform the work. Requirements: Total Flight Time 1500 Pilot-In-Command 250 Night Flying 75 Instructor Time, 500 Instrument, 75 Note: General Military Flight Experience and Training: Flight experience and training (not to include solely simulator training gained in the armed services of the United States or elsewhere). Applicants who have flight experience and training, may have up to 50% of the total flight hour requirement waived.-Complex Aircraft Flight Instructor Experience: Applicants who have experience as an instructor in the operation of complex aircraft, may have up to 20% of the Instructor flight hour requirement waived.-Multi-engine Aircraft Time: Applicants who have experience flying multi-engine aircraft, may have up to 20% of the Multi-engine flight hour requirement waived.-Night Vision Device Operations: Applicants who have flown under night vision device operations, may have 20% of their total flight hours waived. Medical Requirement: At the time of initial appointment, candidates for all pilot positions must possess a current first or second-class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations; both meet the intent of the requirement. If an agency decides, for example, not to accept the second-class medical certificate, the rationale for the decision should be based upon the requirements of the position and should be thoroughly described in agency operating material. Staff specialists and Simulator Instructor not involved in the operation of aircraft need only have a medical examination indicating that they are able to perform the duties of the position to be filled. For flight test pilots, airspace system inspection pilots, and Customs pilots, all candidates must possess a current first-class medical certificate at the time of appointment. 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-12 level is required to meet the time-in-grade requirements for the GS-13 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.

Education

QUALIFICATIONS (CONTINUED):

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:

• Knowledge of aircraft systems and operating procedures, aerodynamics, flying fundamentals, aircraft instrumentation, ground and flight emergency procedures, instrument and visual flight rules, training aircraft, and of the operation, characteristics, and limitations of the corresponding aircraft simulator.
• Knowledge of the Instructional Systems Development (ISD) process, methods, principles, practices, and programs related to curriculum development, instructional techniques, training resources, and the requirements of applicable training syllabi.
• Thorough knowledge of analytical and evaluative methods and techniques as well as measurement of data to plan, schedule, and conduct projects and studies to evaluate and recommend ways to improve the effectiveness and efficiency of program and air operations to include adapting or developing new or modified methods; analyze mission outcome against planned or expected mission requirements, utilizing numerous software programs and present results to senior leaders.
• Knowledge of intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance sensor systems, both fielded and in development, aircraft capabilities and scheduling procedures, AF, MAJCOM, COCOM and Wing policies, procedures, rules, guidelines, pertinent, laws, regulations, precedents, major issues, program goals, objectives, and the administrative operations in support of and the coordination required in support of Agency's mission.
• Skill in review and analysis techniques and methods to appraise assigned programs or projects; identify needs and solutions; develop goals, policies, and procedures; monitor progress; and evaluate success; knowledge and ability to analyze mission outcome against planned or expected mission requirements, utilizing numerous software programs and present results to senior leaders.
• Skill and ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing while using computer-based teaching aides to include classroom instruction before large and small audiences; also, in the use of a variety of computer applications and software, to include simulator systems sufficient to meet desired learning objectives and to demonstrate flying procedures and maneuver

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.

Contacts

• Address Grand Forks AFB 226 Steen Blvd Bldg 101 Grand Forks AFB, ND 58205 US
• Name: Total Force Service Center
• Phone: 1-800-525-0102
• Email: [email protected]