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USAJOBS · 16 hours ago

SUPERVISORY AIRCRAFT FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR (TITLE 32)

Louisville, Tennessee, USA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$132K/yr - $171K/yr

3+ years exp

USAJOBS is seeking a Supervisory Aircraft Flight Instructor as part of the TN Army National Guard. The role involves directing and coordinating flight operations and training activities, supervising subordinates, and evaluating pilots in operating various aircraft.

ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency

No H1B

Security Clearance Required

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Direct and coordinate all light operations and training activities at the installation and supervises the AASF Flight Operations Section

Plan and assign work to be accomplished by 3-12 subordinates in grades through GS-13

Identify developmental and training needs of employees and provide or obtain training

Plan, establish and update the standing operating procedures required for the safe and efficient operation of aircraft and transient aircraft

Instruct and evaluate pilots in operating light or heavy, fixed or rotary wing aircraft

Train and evaluate pilots in basic or advanced instrument flight procedures characterized by a substantial degree of hazard and using the technique of operating an aircraft through reference to instruments as well as visual reference to the terrain and horizon

This involves instrument flight navigation on and off the federal airway structure through the use of automatic direction and instrument landing systems and/or combat mission related training in attack or Heavy transport helicopters

Perform other duties as assigned

Qualification

FAA certificationsMilitary aviation experienceAircraft operationMission planningFlight navigationCrew trainingSafety proceduresCommunication skills

Required

Must have a high school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma

Must have Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs or must have aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools

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 a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, 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

Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement

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

Participation in direct deposit is mandatory

Applicant must complete a Baseline Pre-Placement Screening for General Schedule positions within 30 days of appointment

Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate Tricare Reserve Select eligibility

Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position

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

Military Grades: CW3 through CW4

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Must have a competent understanding of the occupation's basic principles and concepts, have 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 have 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

Qualification competencies are determined by three factors: The aircraft operated; the nature and purpose of assignments; and, the degree of hazard

For Army National Guard positions, must have 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

To qualify, the applicant must have at least two years specialized competencies in operating a specific main-frame military aircraft, mission planning, and mission preparation

Experienced in reviewing and analyzing mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information

Experienced 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