Flight Engineer Instructor

Army National Guard Units • Eastover, SC

2d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a National Guard Title 32 Excepted position for a FLIGHT ENGINEER INSTRUCTOR. The position is located at the Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF), Training Operations Branch. The purpose of the position is to instruct and perform flight crew work supporting heavy multi engine aircraft, and to provide assistance to the pilot in the overall operation of the aircraft. Primary aircraft include CH 54 Tarbe medium-lift helicopter, CH 47 Chinook medium-lift transport helicopter, and/or UH 60A Black Hawk transport helicopter. The aircrafts missions include combat service support airlift for movement of heavy supplies, vehicles, aircraft and equipment, troop air assaults, extractions and resupply of troops, and aeromedical evacuations, search and rescue, ice break, mine sweep, and air support of national disasters and state contingencies. Performs duties of Flight Engineer which includes utilizing a knowledge of major aircraft systems associated with heavy multiengine aircraft, the interrelationships among these systems and capabilities of the aircraft. The incumbent provides assistance to the pilot in preflight planning, monitoring adherence to flight plan, and operating aircraft engines and a wide variety of aircraft control systems, e.g., engine, fuel, electrical, hydraulic, fire suppression, environmental, pressurization throughout the flight. The incumbent inspects condition and readiness of aircraft, accompanies pilots on preflight/in-flight inspections and aircraft test flights and operational checks. Operates and monitors aircraft control devices and indicators. Determines and monitors factors and data affecting performance of aircraft, such as temperature, altitude, humidity, field conditions, configuration and weight of aircraft, on aircraft takeoff, flight and landing, and keeps pilot informed. Computes fuel and cargo load, and weights and balance factors. Prepares for combination loads determining placement of cargo and passengers within weight and balance limitations. Prior to takeoff, ensures cargo is properly secured, and proper publications and emergency equipment are aboard as required. Uses, inspects, and maintains aircraft installed mission equipment such as recovery hardware, slings, litters, etc. Assists in familiarizing crew members with operating procedures. Indoctrinates crew by briefing on mission equipment and use of life support equipment and safety emergency procedures. Ensures carry-on weapons are cleared and safe and that loose equipment, baggage and passengers are secured. Reports operational progress to pilot. During flight, updates and records in-flight performance data, observes warning indicators for system failure or malfunction performing aircraft systems operational checks. Operates test and troubleshooting systems. Assesses and diagnoses problems or malfunctions, reports abnormal conditions to pilot, and initiates corrective and/or emergency action. Provides direction to pilot during ground maneuvers. Directs off loading of cargo. Maintains records of operational equipment indicating flights, repairs, maintenance and inspections; coordinates with maintenance personnel on activities on discrepancies requiring action. May assist the pilot on the operation of communications/navigation equipment, performing basic navigation and map reading and checklist reading. Provides operational progress to pilot regarding maneuvering the aircraft over objects for hoist and sling operations and in securing and releasing external cargo loads.

Requirements

• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
• Must be a member of the SC AASF, South Carolina Army National Guard.
• Must be able to wear the military uniform.
• Must be a male born after 31 December 1959 and registered for Selective Service.
• Must pass a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Must participate in direct deposit.
• Must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed.
• Experience which has provided the applicant with a knowledge of aircraft weight and balance computations.
• Experience which has provided the applicant with a knowledge of aircraft performance data.
• Experience which has provided the applicant with a knowledge of aircraft records maintenance.
• Experience which has provided the applicant with a knowledge of aircraft systems.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
• Must not have been convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence.
• Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers.
• May occasionally be required to work other than normal duty hours; overtime may be required.
• Must maintain awareness of environmental responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

• Specific MOS/AFSC's may be included when essential for successful performance of the position.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and perform flight crew work supporting heavy multi engine aircraft.
• Provide assistance to the pilot in the overall operation of the aircraft.
• Utilize knowledge of major aircraft systems associated with heavy multiengine aircraft.
• Provide assistance to the pilot in preflight planning.
• Monitor adherence to flight plan.
• Operate aircraft engines and a wide variety of aircraft control systems.
• Inspect condition and readiness of aircraft.
• Accompany pilots on preflight/in-flight inspections and aircraft test flights and operational checks.
• Operate and monitor aircraft control devices and indicators.
• Determine and monitor factors and data affecting performance of aircraft.
• Compute fuel and cargo load, and weights and balance factors.
• Prepare for combination loads determining placement of cargo and passengers within weight and balance limitations.
• Ensure cargo is properly secured prior to takeoff.
• Ensure proper publications and emergency equipment are aboard as required.
• Use, inspect, and maintain aircraft installed mission equipment.
• Assist in familiarizing crew members with operating procedures.
• Indoctrinate crew by briefing on mission equipment and use of life support equipment and safety emergency procedures.
• Ensure carry-on weapons are cleared and safe and that loose equipment, baggage and passengers are secured.
• Report operational progress to pilot.
• Update and record in-flight performance data during flight.
• Observe warning indicators for system failure or malfunction.
• Perform aircraft systems operational checks.
• Operate test and troubleshooting systems.
• Assess and diagnose problems or malfunctions.
• Report abnormal conditions to pilot.
• Initiate corrective and/or emergency action.
• Provide direction to pilot during ground maneuvers.
• Direct off loading of cargo.
• Maintain records of operational equipment indicating flights, repairs, maintenance and inspections.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel on activities on discrepancies requiring action.
• Assist the pilot on the operation of communications/navigation equipment.
• Perform basic navigation and map reading and checklist reading.
• Provide operational progress to pilot regarding maneuvering the aircraft over objects for hoist and sling operations and in securing and releasing external cargo loads.

Benefits

• 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.
• Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.

What This Job Offers

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