AIRPLANE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR GS-2181-13 with Security Clearance

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Job description

Duties Position Description # D1810P01 This position is located at the unit level in the ANG Aviation Wing, Operations Group at selected Air Mobility Command (AMC) and Air Education Training Command (AETC) gained flying units in the Air National Guard (ANG). The primary purpose of the position is to provide ground and flight instruction in high performance, military airlift aircraft i.e. C-130, KC-135, C-5, C-17 and other similar type "jumbo" aircraft. Description of Duties: 1. Administers combat flight training to military aircrews. Instructs and evaluates pilots through a broad training spectrum, in addition to performing pilot duties, which may include but is not limited to: a) Initial Qualification Training (IQT): Training to qualify the aircrew in basic aircraft flying duties without specific regard to a unit operational mission. It is the minimum training requirement for Basic Aircraft Qualification (BAQ). Elements of instruction include: Basic and Advanced Handling Characteristics, Instrument Approach Procedures, Visual Traffic Patterns, Basic Night Vision Goggle (NVG) training and Airborne Emergency Procedures, and b) Mission Qualification Training (MQT): Training required to achieve a basic level of competence in the unit's primary tasked missions. 2. Assesses flight instructors, pilots and other aircrew members assigned, attached, or newly acquired to the unit to determine flying background and proficiency in the Unit Equipped (UE) airplane. 3. Projects unit training requirements. Prepares required training records. Utilizes available training aids to instruct airplane aerodynamics, aircraft systems, emergency procedures, Ability to Survive and Operate (ATSO), and specific crew duties. 4. Maintains a thorough knowledge of airplane systems and procedures under normal, instrument, and emergency conditions to give timely and accurate instruction to aircrews in the air or on the ground. 5. Briefs and instructs preflight preparations including: intelligence briefings, mission planning, weather factors, mission objectives, and other agency coordination to ensure safe flight procedures and effective mission accomplishment. 6. Serves as the Air Commander's representative when performing duties as: Operations Supervisor (SUP), Supervisor of Flying (SOF), or Stand-by Duty Officer (SDO); and is responsible for the safe and efficient mission accomplishment of the unit through the use of an Operational Risk Management (ORM) program. 7. Incumbents of these positions are subject to rotation to perform administrative tasks in any of the following Air Operations program support functional areas: a) Standardization/Evaluation: Plans, organizes, and directs the Standardization/ Evaluation function. Prepares and administers written ground examinations, emergency procedures evaluations and conducts flight evaluations for all subjects and duties relevant to aircraft operations to certify flying proficiency/new qualifications. Conducts scheduled and unscheduled evaluations of other flight examiners, flight instructors, and aircrews. Establishes performance standards for flying proficiency and competency in accordance with USAF, ANG, and command directives. Reviews flight publications and directives for accuracy and currency. Analyzes performance discrepancies and identifies trends, recommends corrective action to higher authorities, and b) Weapons and Tactics: Trains and evaluates proficiency and competency of aircrews in weapons and tactics. Works in conjunction with the Intelligence functional area to prepare for and conduct academic training in weapons and tactics, prepares scenarios utilizing improved tactics for aircrew upgrade and continuation training. Tests new tactics and weapons delivery procedures and makes refinements. Reviews, defines, and updates current threats and countermeasures. Briefs / instructs aircrews on existing or anticipated threat's and countermeasures. Responsible for the mission planning function and manages the System Support Representative (SSR). 8. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of Employment 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 military assignment in WV's National Guard, and is 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. Male applicants born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered, or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a probationary period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. U.S. Citizenship is required. Required to obtain and maintain a satisfactory security clearance, AND, as a minimum, a completed National Agency Check (NAC) prior to assignment. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request of the agency a legally required exception from this requirement. May be required to travel by military or commercial air to conferences, meetings, or other functions away from the normal duty station. Work may require access to classified information. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance. The employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, which may include evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Qualifications for this position require the pilot to have graduated from USAF or USN Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT). Pilots are required to maintain the same medical standards as USAF military pilots. It is imperative that the aircrew of these aircraft maintain a high degree of physical fitness and healthy lifestyle. Aircrews of military aircraft are required to perform Chemical Warfare Defense (CWD) training in the pilot CW ensemble. The ensemble consists of charcoal undergarments, protective suit, CW mask, filter pack, etc. Initial training consists of the aircrew having to wear the entire pilot ensemble and perform a simulator and egress training. Continuation training requires an annual CW flight with (as a minimum) CW mask, filter pack and gloves. Qualifications MINIMUM MILITARY GRADE: O-1 MAXIMUM MILITARY GRADE : O-4 Your rank MUST be included somewhere within your resume. You must fully substantiate in your own words that you meet the requirements listed below. When explaining minimum requirements and specialized experience you must give examples. Do not copy from the vacancy announcement or the position description. Explain it in your own words and give examples to be considered for this vacancy. All personnel applying for this position who do not meet the minimum military grade requirement MUST provide the proper signed memorandum from your respective Military Personnel Office (MILPO for ARNG, FSS for ANG) to prove eligibility to obtain the required grade upon accepting the position. All personnel who exceed the maximum military rank must provide a memorandum explaining if selected for this position, you will accept an administrative reduction in rank. The memorandum must be submitted WITH your application to be considered for this position. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of one year on-the-job experience in the grade (or a comparable military rank) immediately below the next higher level; Experienced in piloting and instructing pilot skills in one or more of the following main- frame/military aircraft: Fixed-wing, rotary, or remotely piloted aircraft (RPA); Experienced in reading and applying mission tasks, intelligence reports, and weather information. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: At least two years working experiences in civilian aviation programs; or, military service aviation programs (active duty or reserve components); or, in the Army National Guard Aviation Support facility; or, Air National Guard Wing/ Operations Group; Experienced in supervising and/or conducting mission planning, mission preparations, filing of flight plans, and conducting crew briefings; Experienced in aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, equipment assessments, and mission manning; Experienced in performing or supervising the work procedures involved in navigation, in-flight refueling, search and rescue operations, surveillance, or reconnaissance; Experienced in operating aircraft controls and equipment; Experienced in conducting or supervising crew member training on simple to complex mission specific tasks; Experienced in developing plans and policies, monitoring operations, and advising commanders; Experienced in flight theory, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, aircraft operating procedures, and mission tactics; Experienced in planning and preparing for missions; and, must have at least two years experiences in piloting or instructing others in piloting specific air-frame/military aircraft; Experienced in aviation unit quality control management programs, Experienced in the unit flying, explosive, and ground safety programs in accordance with Department of the Air Force, National Guard Bureau, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration directives; Experienced in aviation unit quality control management programs, Experienced in the unit flying, explosive, and ground safety programs in accordance with Department of the Air Force, National Guard Bureau, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration directives; Experienced in flying operations and coordinating with appropriate agencies to ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations

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