Airplane Pilot (Flight Examiner) with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties Performs flight assignments in the Commands C27J, C -12 or CASA 212; capable of performing missions over long distances to a number of locations. Prepares and files plans using flight planning publications and maps, obtains and evaluates aviation weather reports and briefings. Performs preflight maintenance and operational checks on aircraft to determine airworthiness IAW current policies and procedures. Serves as an instructor pilot, providing guidance and procedures without Supervisory authority. Schedules day-to-day aircraft and flight crews in support of the unit's flying hour program. Coordinates closely with the Maintenance Section to assure aircraft availability and efficient use and allocation of resources. Manages the crew endurance policy to ensure the maximum availability of aircrews to support mission requirements. Requirements Conditions of Employment Must be able to obtain and maintain a SECRET security clearance. This is a Drug Testing Program. Must posses and maintain current commercial multi-engine instrument ratings in accordance with appropriate Federal Aviation Regulations. Must posses and maintain an annual Class II Flight Physical Qualification. May be required to maintain currency for duties in the C27J, C-12 multi-engine turboprop aircraft. Must be able to successfully complete CASA 212 initial training and a qualification evaluation. Must possess and maintain the FAA Flight Instructor Certificate or the military equivalent rating. TDY may be required up to 25%. 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 Department of Army Civilian Employees
Defense Civilian Intelligence Personnel System (DCIPS) Interchange Agreement
Executive Order (E.O.) 12721
Interagency Career Transition Assistance Plan
Land Management Workforce Flexibility Act
Military Spouses, under Executive Order (E.O.) 13473
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
Veterans Employment Opportunity Act (VEOA) of 1998 In order to qualify, you must meet the education and/or 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 . Minimum Eligibility Requirements: Minimum eligibility requirements for positions in this occupation are based on possession of the appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificates and/or appropriate military ratings, meeting the applicable flight hour requirements, and possession of the knowledge and skills required for the positions. Minimum Flight Hour Requirements: The following flight hour requirements apply to all applicants: Total Flight Time 1500 Pilot-In-Command 250 Night Flying 75 Flying Time, Last 12 Months 100 Multi-engine Airplane 500 Heavy Helicopter 500 Instrument 75 Certificates and Ratings: For all grade levels and specializations, candidates must possess a current Commercial Pilot Certificate or the appropriate military rating; both meet the intent of the requirement. If an agency decides, for example, not to accept the military rating, the rationale for the decision should be based upon the requirements of the position and should be thoroughly described in agency operating material. For flight instructor positions, the FAA Flight Instructor Certificate or the military equivalent rating is also required. The pilot certificate must include the rating(s) appropriate to the work of the position to be filled. For example, a position that involves flying a multi-engine airplane to various destinations under instrument flight rules would require the Commercial Pilot Certificate with the airplane, multi-engine, and instrument ratings or appropriate U.S. military ratings. Positions that require flying or instructing in flying both airplanes and helicopters require a rating in both categories. Only those ratings necessary to perform the work are required. One year of specialized experience in knowledge of Regulations, Procedures or Laws in accordance with Instrument Flight Rules (IFR); Experience in performing pre-mission planning such as, evaluation of aviation weather reports. Experience in preparing flight documentation using publications and maps; Experience in flying assignments such as, Command's C27J, C-12 or CASA 212 for mission performance; Experience in instructing pilots in both in ground instruction and in-flight training; Experience in managing flight crew endurance policy to ensure the maximum availability of aircrews to support the organization goals and missions. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas: Incident Management
Oral Communication
Technical Competence
Technical Credibility 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-12). 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. Two year trial/probationary period may be required. Appointment is subject to the completion of a favorable suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a background investigation. Direct deposit of pay is required. This position requires you to submit a Public Financial Disclosure Report (OGE 278) or a Confidential Financial Disclosure Report (OGE450) upon entry, and annually thereafter. 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 Career Program (CP) 64 position. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. Recruitment Incentive May be authorized. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority. To receive selection priority for this position, you must: (1) meet ICTAP eligibility criteria; (2) be rated well-qualified for the position with a score of 90 or above; and, (3) submit the appropriate documentation to support your ICTAP eligibility. Additional information about the program is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website . 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. You may claim Priority Placement Program (PPP) preference. Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP). If you are a Federal employee in the competitive service and your agency has notified you in writing that you are a displaced employee eligible for ICTAP consideration, you may receive selection priority for this position. To receive selection priority . click apply for full job details

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