THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a FLIGHT ENGINEER (INSTRUCTOR) (T32), Position Description Number D2753000 and is part of the RI AASF. The purpose of the position is to instruct and perform flight crew work supporting heavy multi-engine aircraft, and to aid the pilot in the overall operation of the aircraft. Primary aircraft include CH47F Chinook medium-lift transport helicopter, and/or UH60L/M/V Black Hawk transport helicopter.

Duties

Serves as an instructor/flight examiner providing instruction, evaluation and examination on ground and operational training flights to develop and upgrade skills of aircrew members. Applying knowledge of the full range of aircrew duties and responsibilities, methods of instruction and requirements of the program, performs standardization. currency, instrument, proficiency, tactical, emergency, and special tasks evaluation flights. Provides training on in-flight planning and coordination responsibilities, operating principles and characteristics of major aircraft systems; aircraft parameters, operational/mission requirements, equipment systems operation/and troubleshooting, proper and correct methods of performing aircrew duties, e.g., use of aircraft performance charts, computation and aircraft weight and balance, techniques of aircraft internal loading, forms and records completion, arm and hand signals, ground handling of aircraft, use of ground equipment, techniques of normal and rapid (hot)refueling, armament rearming, passenger briefing, sling (external) loads, hoist operations, observer duties, and emergency procedures. Incumbent inspects condition and readiness of aircraft, accompanies pilots on preflight/in-flight inspections and aircraft test flights and operational checks. Operates and monitors aircraft control devices and indicators. Determines and monitors factors and data affecting performance of aircraft, such as temperature, altitude, humidity, field conditions, configuration and weight of aircraft, on aircraft takeoff, flight and landing, and keeps pilot informed. Provides direction to pilot during ground maneuvers. Directs offloading of cargo. Maintains records of operational equipment indicating flights, repairs, maintenance, and inspections; coordinates with maintenance personnel on activities on discrepancies requiring action. Performs other duties a s assigned.

Requirements

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the Rhode Island Army National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform.
• Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
• Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.
• You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.
• The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
• In accordance with Ethics in Government Act, 1978, incumbent is required to file an OGE Form 450, Confidential Financial Disclosure Report, upon appointment and will be required to file annually.

Qualifications

MILITARY GRADES: E8 and below SOLDIERS WITH COMPATIBLE MILITARY ASSIGNMENT ENCOURAGED TO APPLY: 15T GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience which has provided the applicant with a knowledge of aircraft weight and balance computations; aircraft performance data; aircraft records maintenance; and aircraft systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Specialized experience requirements are to be determined locally, depending on the necessary requirements for current airframe and required certificates as specified by the appropriate Army Regulation. Specific MOS's may be included when essential for successful performance of the position. Local requirements are as follows: Must be qualified as a UH-60 Black Hawk Crew Chief with a minimum of 12 months on flight status and a total of 150 flight hours. Must have completed the UH-60 Standard Instructor Course (N1 identifier) or be able to complete course within 12 months.

Education

N/A

Contacts

• Address RI AASF Hangar 2104 Airport Street North Kingstown, RI 02852 US
• Name: Micaela Breen
• Phone: 401-275-4157
• Email: [email protected]