Training Instructor (UAS FLIGHT) with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties Plan, manage and is responsible for the execution of UAS simulation, ground, and flight operations on a daily basis. Coordinate airspace clearances, flight line operations and maintenance support. Deconflict UAS and communications frequencies relating to the mission. Schedule equipment, instructor pilot and student training for each class. Schedule cadre currency training. Prepare risk assessments and prepare and conducts mission briefings and debriefings. Maintain Aircrew Information Read File. Ensure that all flight training and flight operations forms and records are completed. Serve as the approving authority for air vehicle launch, flight and recovery. Ensure the correct and safe conduct of ground and flight operations through constant monitoring of equipment status and instructor and student activities. Direct early flight recovery or other required emergency actions. Responsible for the successful execution of the Mishap Action Plan in the event of an incident or mishap. Advise the commander on all levels of UAS standardization within the command; assist the commander to develop, implement, evaluate, and manage the units Air Crew Training Program. Present formal instruction to support TRADOC approved Programs of Instruction (POI) through lecture, conference, demonstration, and practical exercises. Monitor student progress, counsel students and grades written and performance examinations. Develop and design course materials to include lesson plans, operation sheets, student handouts, and examinations and assist with the development of POIs. Perform necessary on-site maintenance on classroom systems to ensure their continual availability for student use. Requirements Conditions of Employment Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation. Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. In accordance with Change 3 to AR 600-85, Alcohol and Drug Abuse Prevention and Control Program, must successfully pass a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use prior to appointment and periodically thereafter. In accordance with AR 95-1, Flight Regulations, must complete the minimum flying hour, approved aircrew training task iteration, and evaluation requirements as determined by the commander/hiring authority based on assigned duties. Must complete semi-annual flight hour requirements: 6 hours live (2 hours in each position, Aircraft Operator/Payload Operator); 12 hours simulation (4 hours in each position, Aircraft Operator/Payload Operator). In accordance with AR 95-1, Flight Regulations, dated 22 March 2018, must undergo and successfully satisfy the requirements of at least a class IV flight duty medical examination in AR 40-501, Standards of Medical Fitness, dated 14 June 2017 Require shift work and/or work on rotating shifts to provide coverage on evenings, weekends, holidays, and in other situations. Qualifications Who May Apply: Only applicants who meet one of the employment authority categories below are eligible to apply for this job. You will be asked to identify which category or categories you meet, and to provide documents which prove you meet the category or categories you selected. See Proof of Eligibility for an extensive list of document requirements for all employment authorities. 30 Percent or More Disabled Veterans
Current Army Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Employee
Current Department of Army Civilian Employees
Current Department of Defense (DOD) Civilian Employee (non-Army)
Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange Agreement
Domestic Defense Industrial Base/Major Range and Test Facilities Base Civilian Personnel Workforce
Executive Order (E.O.) 12721
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
Non-Appropriated Fund Instrumentality (NAFI)
Non-Department of Defense (DoD) Transfer
Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Interchange Agreement Eligible
People with Disabilities, Schedule A
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Reserve (MR) and National Guard (NG) Technician Eligible
Priority Placement Program, DoD Military Spouse Preference (MSP) Eligible
Priority Placement Program, DoD MR and NG Preference Eligible Tech Receiving Disability Retirement
Priority Placement Program, DoD Retained Grade Preference Eligible
Reinstatement
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Additional information about transcripts is in this document . Specialized experience is defined as experience that demonstrates a practical knowledge of the subject area of the position and of the methods and techniques of instruction, which includes: 1) Designing, developing, and/or updating assigned courses of instruction (i.e. Program of Instruction) for the flight and operations of the MQ-1C Gray Eagle Unmanned Aircraft System. 2) Conducting instruction on the operation and remote piloting of the MQ-1C Gray Eagle Unmanned Aircraft System. AND 3) Experience in UAS/UAV flight operations or UAS/UAV simulations instruction. This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the second lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-11). You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Aviation Operations
Instructional Delivery and Learner Development
Manages and Organizes Information Time in Grade Requirement: Applicants who have held a General Schedule (GS) position within the last 52 weeks must have 52 weeks of Federal service at the next lower grade or equivalent (GS-11). Education Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. For this job, you must meet the qualification requirement using experience alone NO substitution of education for experience is permitted. Additional information Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration. You will be required to provide proof of U.S. Citizenship. One year trial/probationary period may be required. Direct deposit of pay is required. Selection is subject to restrictions resulting from Department of Defense referral system for displaced employees. If you have retired from federal service and you are interested in employment as a reemployed annuitant, see the information in the Reemployed Annuitant information sheet. This is a Training, Capability and Doctrine Developer 32 Career Field position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. When you perform a Civilian Permanent Change of Station (PCS) with the government, the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) considers the majority of your entitlements to be taxable. Visit for more information. Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs is not authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government interest. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new window Learn more about federal benefits . Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered. How You Will Be Evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility. You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation. You may claim Military Spouse preference. Military Spouse Preference (MSP) applicants will receive preference consideration and will be placed (if selected) at the highest grade for which they have applied and are determined best qualified, up to and including the full performance level. You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference . click apply for full job details

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