Opened Area(s) of Consideration: 1, 2, 3 DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: Area 1 - AKNG Permanent or Indefinite technicians. Area 2 - All AKNG members. Area 3 - All other current military members who are eligible to join the Alaska Army National Guard. PDCN: D2753000 Selecting Supervisor: Rayanna Roxberry

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. Ensures prescribed programs of instruction for aircrew training is adequately covered in terms of course content, coverage, and scope of material presented. Adapts instruction to proficiency level of individuals being rated. Performs the following typical tasks: Assesses newly assigned individuals' level of experience and training through review of training records and/or proficiency flight evaluation to determine proficiency and skill status. Plans and conducts aircrew training program. Prepares formal course outlines. Schedules and conducts initial, refresher and continuing training, (including ground and flight instruction, procedures training). 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. Administers evaluation and determines examinees proficiency to perform duties as a crew member. Performs a variety of administrative functions associated with administration of the enlisted aircrew training program. Ensures all necessary course materials and training aids are available, technical, and related publications are current, keeping crew members informed of pertinent changes. May perform duties of Flight Engineer which includes utilizing a knowledge of major aircraft systems associated with heavy multiengine aircraft. The interrelationships among these systems and capabilities of the aircraft. Incumbent provides assistance to the pilot in preflight planning, monitoring adherence to flight plan, and operating aircraft engines and a wide variety of aircraft control systems, e.g., engine, fuel, electrical, hydraulic, fire suppression, environmental, pressurization throughout the flight. 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. Computes fuel and cargo load, and weights and balance factors. Prepares for combination loads determining placement of cargo and passengers within weight and balance limitations. Prior to takeoff, ensures cargo is properly secured, and proper publications and emergency equipment are aboard as required. Uses, inspects, and maintains aircraft installed mission equipment such as recovery hardware, slings, litters, etc. Assists in familiarizing crew members with operating procedures. Indoctrinates crew by briefing on mission equipment and use of life support equipment and safety emergency procedures. Ensures carry-on weapons are cleared and café and that loose equipment, baggage and passengers are secured. Reports operational progress to pilot. During flight, updates and records in-f1ight performance data, observes warning indicators for system failure or malfunction performing aircraft systems operational checks. Operates test and troubleshooting systems. Assesses and diagnoses problems or malfunctions, reports abnormal conditions to pilot, and initiates corrective and/or emergency action. 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. May assist the pilot on the operation of communications/navigation equipment, performing basic navigation and map reading and checklist reading. Provides direction and operational progress to pilot regarding maneuvering the aircraft over objects for hoist and sling operations and in securing and releasing external cargo loads. Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Alaska Army National Guard membership is required.
• 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.
• U.S. Citizenship and Secret Clearance is required.
• Bargaining Unit: Bargaining
• APPOINTMENT FACTORS: Excepted/Enlisted in the Alaska Army National Guard.
• MILITARY GRADE REQUIREMENT: Due to the nature of this position, the minimum military grade is Sergeant (SGT/E5) and the maximum military grade Sergeant First Class (SFC/E7).
• This is an Army National Guard dual status technician position which requires military membership.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. 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.
• 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

GENERAL EXPERIENCEis 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 is experience which is directly related to the position to be filled and which has equipped you with the particular knowledge, skills and abilities to successfully perform the duties of this position. GS-10 - Experience that includes the ability to train, instructs and write lesson plans, ability to plan, develop and execute unit training and evaluation programs, skill in analyzing and evaluating effectiveness of training, knowledge of aircraft systems and components, and complete range of flight operations and procedures, ability to perform maintenance operational checks and functional check flights on unit aircraft, ability to inspect aircraft for mechanical and structural soundness to determine aircraft air worthiness, knowledge of and ability to maintain records and forms covering flights, repairs, maintenance, inspections and service.**NOTE: In order to be considered for this position, you must submit your Aircraft Crewmember Standardization Instruction Course (UH-60) certificate or be enrolled in an FY22 or FY23 Aircraft Crewmember Standardization Instruction Course (UH-60) (submit a copy of ATRRS enrollment verification). Must become dynamic hoist qualified within ONE year of hire. EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Resume must have complete dates and hours worked per week for each occurrence of both civilian and military employment (Example: 2 JAN 1980 to 3 MAR 1981; 0800-1630 M-F or JAN 1980 to MAR 1981; 40 hrs/wk) Use of year only will result in disqualification. The duties listed must fully substantiate -in your own words- that you meet the minimum requirements and specialized experience listed above, in detail; otherwise, you will not be considered qualified for this position. Length of time is not of itself qualifying. Your experience will be evaluated on the basis of duties performed. Your record of experience and/or training must show possession of the following knowledge, skills and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position: - This position instructs and performs the full range of flight crew work supporting heavy multiengine aircraft, provides assistance to the pilot in the overall operation of these aircraft, and performs aircraft loadmaster responsibilities. The aircrafts' missions range from combat service support airlift (including movement of heavy supplies, vehicles, other aircraft, and equipment), transport of troops, ammo, equipment which supply combat units, troop air assaults, extraction and resupply of troops, and aeromedical evacuations. Incumbent is responsible to provide assistance to the pilot in flight planning, monitoring and operating engines, and a wide variety of aircraft control systems to include fuel, electrical, hydraulic, fire suppression, environmental, pressurization.

Contacts

• Address Alaska Army National Guard P.O Box 5800 JBER, AK 99505 US
• Name: Lester Nathaniel Tuazon
• Phone: 907-428-6351
• Email: [email protected]