Aircraft Pilot

U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command • Yuma Proving Ground, AZ

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About The Position

This public notice flyer informs interested applicants of anticipated vacancies; applications will not be accepted through the flyer. The flyer may be used as positions become available, and there may or may not be actual vacancies filled. Applicants should review the “How to Apply” section for information on how to be considered. Duties and responsibilities are available through a link in that section.

The position uses the Department of Defense direct hire authority for the Domestic Defense Industrial Base and Major Range and Test Facilities Base to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to certain competitive-service positions. It is aligned with Career Program 64 under the Installations Career Management Directorate. Multiple positions may be filled. The role requires maintaining pilot certification and meeting flight physical requirements in accordance with regulation. It also involves temporary duty or business travel 10% of the time.

Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination based on a completed background investigation. A background investigation and credit check are required, as is the ability to obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment. The incumbent must pass a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use before appointment and periodically thereafter. A one-year trial or probationary period may be required. The position requires direct deposit of pay and proof of U.S. citizenship. Salary includes applicable locality pay or Local Market Supplement. PCS allowances and other incentives may be authorized, subject to applicable conditions and agency determinations.

Requirements

• U.S. citizenship; proof of citizenship is required.
• Meet the experience requirements for the Aircraft Operation Series 2181 qualification standard; the announcement directs applicants to the OPM website for the standard.
• Obtain and maintain eligibility for a Secret security clearance or access for the duration of employment.
• Successfully pass a urinalysis screening for illegal drug use before appointment and periodically thereafter.
• Maintain pilot certification and meet flight physical requirements in accordance with regulation.
• Undergo a background investigation and credit check.
• Provide a resume that clearly describes relevant experience; transcripts are required if qualifying based on education.
• Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• Provide direct deposit information for pay.
• Meet a temporary duty or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.

Nice To Haves

• The U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command may offer incentives to highly qualified candidates, including recruitment incentives, relocation incentives, student loan repayment, credit for leave accrual, and PCS allowance.

Responsibilities

• Maintain pilot certification and meet flight physical requirements in accordance with regulation.
• Meet a temporary duty or business travel requirement of 10% of the time.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific eligibility depends on position type, and applicants should contact the hiring agency for details.
• Recruitment incentives, relocation incentives, student loan repayment, credit for leave accrual, and PCS allowance may be available to highly qualified candidates, subject to applicable conditions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed