THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE BARGAINING UNIT POSITION. This National Guard position is for a MAINTENANCE TEST PILOT, Position Description Number D2459000 and is part of the Montana Army National Guard, AASF. (A copy of the Position Description can be obtained from HRO upon request.) **Recruitment/Relocation incentives MAY be authorized IAW agency policy** Selecting Official: MAJ Rowland

Duties

This position is located in the Aircraft Maintenance Shop of an Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF) of the ARNG. Serves as a Maintenance Test Pilot for multi-engine helicopter on the following rotary wing aircraft: UH-60 A/L or M. UH60 A/L/M qualification preferred but not required. Provides technical advice on associated maintenance functions and recommends test flight plans, policies and procedures. Performs maintenance test flights of rotary wing aircraft to determine that the airframe, power plant and power train, subsystems accessories, and other auxiliary equipment are functioning in accordance with current US Army publications, policies and predetermined requirements in the intended operational environment for the purpose of certifying the airworthiness of the complete aircraft. Conducts final test flights prior to the release of the aircraft for operational use after modification or repairs to include component changes such as engines repairs, transmissions rotor blades, wings, and avionics modification packages performed by the Aviation maintenance activity. Tests avionics modification and equipment packages for in-flight reliability, proper operation and accuracy for use in critical or actual instrument conditions to complete approaches to a safe landing. Monitors quality control function to include weight and balance, time before component removal for overhaul (TBO), regulations, Safety of Flight (SOF), Maintenance Information Messages (MIMS), Aviation Safety Action Messages (ASAMS)and DA 2408 series forms for compliance. Compiles reports on the suitability, functions, and general practicability of aircraft and components or systems. Coordinates all airworthiness documentation and administrative requirements within and outside the organization. Maintains test flight records and report, in accordance with current directives, publications and flight procedures manuals. Certifies and releases aircraft for flight when they meet US Army airworthiness standards. Performs ferry flights of aircraft to support installation maintenance activities or for transfer/turn-in purposes. Recovers aircraft from remote sites after precautionary or forced landings have been accomplished. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
• This is an excepted service position that requires membership in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.
• 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.
• Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement.
• 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.
• External applicants must be able to start within 6 months of selection.
• Prior to appointment, an applicant’s military medical record must indicate a completed and current medical physical, flight physical, medical profile, and completed/cleared drug test.
• Must be qualified in accordance with AR 95-1 and AR 95-20. (a) Maintenance Manager/Maintenance Test Pilot Course (AMOC), (b) Maintenance Test Pilots will be qualified in the aircraft to be flown.
• Appointments in the Title 32 MTNG technician program may terminate/suspend your military incentives; please see your MTNG Retention Office/Military Personnel Incentive Program Manager for details.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.

Qualifications

Military Grades: CW2 - CW4 REQUIRED CERTIFICATION: Must have Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs or must have aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least two years specialized experience 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. PLACEMENT STATUS/TENURE OF SELECTEE: TEMPORARY PROMOTION/REASSIGNMENT/CHANGE TO LOWER GRADE - For Title 32 permanent selectees only: This is an obligated position. If a permanent employee in the Title 32 Excepted civil service accepts this position, he/she will retain their permanent status AND have rights to return to their previous Title 32 position. TEMPORARY PROMOTION/REASSIGNMENT/CHANGE TO LOWER GRADE - For Title 32 Indefinite selectees only: This is an obligated position. If an indefinite employee (tenure 3) in the Title 32 Excepted civil service accepts this position, he/she will retain their indefinite status AND may return to their previous Title 32 indefinite position if it is still available. INDEFINITE APPOINTMENT - For Current Title 5 selectees only: This is an obligated position. If an on-board employee in the Title 5 excepted civil service accepts this position, he/she will convert to a T32 indefinite appointment (tenure 3). This employee will have no reemployment rights to their previous T5 position. INDEFINITE APPOINTMENT - State National Guard Members (includes T32 NTE employees and MTNG members not currently a federal employee): This is an obligated position. Selectee will be appointed as an indefinite employee (tenure 3).

Education

Must have a high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma.

Contacts

• Address MT AASF 1956 MT MAJO STREET FORT HARRISON, MT 59636 US
• Name: Jessica Wharton
• Email: [email protected]