Army National Guard Units — Stead AFB, Nevada
Pay: $131,841–$171,396 per year
This position is for a AIRCRAFT FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR, PD# D0646000, part of the Nevada Army National Guard. The position is responsible for providing instruction, evaluation and examination of rated pilots, instructor pilots and aero scout observers in flying techniques and methods of instruction, examination and evaluation. Instruction involves basic and advanced techniques for flying aircraft using instruments.
Duties Plans and implements flight training and instruction for rated pilots and instructor pilots in accordance with individual needs. For a substantial portion of the time (at least 20%), performs one or more of the following: (a) trains, instructs, and evaluates pilots in operating aircraft using advanced instrument flight techniques; (b) instructs pilots in methods of instruction and evaluates instructor pilots' proficiency to engage in flight instruction; or (c) instructs pilots in operating advanced attack helicopters or heavy multi-engine advanced transport helicopters.
Conducts training flights involving operation of an aircraft by reference to instruments and use of automatic direction-finding equipment, such as omnidirectional radials, ground-control approach, and instrument landing systems on and off Federal airways. Conducts refresher, mission, and continuation combat training in advanced attack helicopters involving aggressor and defensive maneuvers and aerial gunnery practice with heavy ordnance and/or trains and instructs pilots in the operation of heavy multi-engine transport helicopters to transport equipment and personnel in combat situations.
Trains pilots in the full range of aircraft maneuvers required in combat situations. Provides instruction in emergency procedures, such as loss of propulsion, directional control, or related systems. Performs flights in all weather/environmental conditions, day and night, and using night vision devices. Prepares and presents related classroom instruction. Recommends whether pilots remain in flight status. May conduct refresher, mission, and continuation training in light fixed-wing or utility and observer helicopters.
Trains pilots in basic and advanced techniques required to support the pilot's unit mission.
Conducts training flights involving a substantial degree of hazard, such as training helicopter pilots in advanced flight techniques required in combat situations, tactical flying at night in all weather conditions and with the use of night vision devices, flight maneuvers that take advantage of the terrain, low-level flight, short-field takeoffs and landings, flying in formation, evasive maneuvers, and emergency procedures involving engine failures and malfunctions of hydraulic and electrical systems over hazardous terrain. Performs routine operational flight assignments.
Transports passengers, including dignitaries, to and from a variety of different points. As required, performs maintenance test flights of aircraft following repair or maintenance. Advises and represents the Commander on all matters concerning aviation/ground safety related to the facility. Ensures the facility conforms to Public Law in areas of occupational health and safety. Plans, organizes, and supervises social activities for all personnel assigned to the facility. Publishes and coordinates new and revised directives and procedures designed to promote safety at the facility.
Reviews these directives and procedures with the supported aviation unit safety offices. Acts as the facility liaison officer with all outside safety offices and agencies. Coordinates these activities with the Facility Commander. Develops, maintains, and rehearses current accident and pre-accident prevention plans for the aviation facility. Conducts facility safety meetings/lectures and establishes a continuing program to promote the Safety Awareness and Accident Prevention Programs.
Ensures effective implementation and compliance with safety directives issued by higher authority pertaining to the facility and assists the Facility Commander in determining the necessity for and issuance of local supplements. Develops and ensures maximum distribution of safety literature and materials to all facility personnel. Makes available and maintains a file of aviation and ground safety materials, directives, and literature.
Monitors the safety efforts of the aviation unit safety officers supported by the facility and assists them in the development of their accident prevention programs. Receives, investigates, and reports on all alleged facility safety violations and safety-related suggestions. Monitors techniques and proficiency of aircrews in handling weapons, ammunition, and POL. Inspects physical conditions of facilities for hazards. Posts all known hazards and recommends or takes action to eliminate hazards. Assists in developing and monitors the facility Aviation Life Support Equipment Program.
Serves as a member of an accident investigation board when ordered. Serves as advisor to the facility commander and others on safety concerns or missions, such as drug interdiction/eradication supported by the facility. Performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications In order to qualify for this position, your resume must provide sufficient experience and/or education, knowledge, skills, and abilities, to perform the duties of the specific position for which you are being considered. Education requirement is based upon the qualification standards for the specific position and is stated under the heading "EDUCATION". Your resume is the key means we have for evaluating your skills, knowledge, and abilities, as they relate to this position. Therefore, we encourage you to be clear and specific in describing your experience.
EACH APPLICANT MUST FULLY SUBSTANTIATE (IN THEIR OWN WORDS) THAT THEY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE LISTED BELOW; OTHERWISE, THE APPLICANT WILL BE CONSIDERED UNQUALIFIED FOR THIS POSITION. DO NOT COPY FROM THE VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT OR THE POSITION DESCRIPTION OR YOU MAY BE DISQUALIFIED. Must have Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs or must have aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools.
GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must possess a competent understanding of the occupation's basic principles and concepts and a minimum of one year on-the-job experience in the grade (or a comparable military rank) immediately below the next higher level. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: ???????
Must possess working experiences in civilian aviation programs; or, in military service aviation programs (active duty or reserve components); or, in the Army National Guard Aviation Support facilities; or, in Air National Guard Wing/ Operations Groups; at least two years specialized competencies in operating a specific main-frame military aircraft, mission planning, and mission preparation; experience in reviewing and analyzing mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information; experience 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.
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