Helicopter Flight Instructor/Evaluator

Army National Guard Units•Shelbyville, IN

About The Position

This is an Indiana National Guard Title 32 excepted service position in the 2-238th General Support Aviation Battalion. The position performs rotary-wing flight instruction and evaluation, flight planning, and related aviation duties. The appointment is indefinite, not to exceed 24 months, with possible extension up to 60 months and permanent potential. National Guard membership in a compatible military assignment is required, and the selectee must wear the military uniform. The position is subject to random drug testing, requires a current U.S. Army Class II Flight Physical, and may involve temporary duty travel by military or commercial aircraft. The incumbent may be assigned uncommon tours of duty, rotational shifts, and overtime.

Requirements

National Guard membership and eligibility for a compatible military assignment; military grades O1 through O3 and compatible assignments in Branch 15 (Aviation) or Branch 67 (Medical Services Corps).
Meet the mandatory education requirement and possess FAA pilot certificates or appropriate military certifications and ratings for the aircraft, along with the required competencies; must be current Pilot in Command.
At least one year of on-the-job experience in the grade or comparable military rank immediately below the next higher level.
At least two years of specialized competencies operating a specific main-frame military aircraft, mission planning, and mission preparation.
At least 12 months of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level.
Experience in civilian or military aviation programs, Army National Guard Aviation Support facilities, or Air National Guard Wing/Operations Groups.
Experience, training, or knowledge flying advanced military aircraft in combat situations and training or assessing pilots in complex tactical situations.
Experience, training, or knowledge in advanced instrument flight techniques, combat training in advanced military aircraft, and instruction of instructor pilots in instructional methods.
Experience reviewing mission tasking, intelligence, and weather; filing flight plans; conducting crew briefings; and performing aircraft inspections, loading, and equipment assessments.
Experience performing or supervising navigation, in-flight refueling, search and rescue, surveillance, reconnaissance, and crew training for mission-specific tasks.
Knowledge of flight theory, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, mission tactics, and operating procedures.
Experience with unit flying, explosive, and ground safety programs under applicable Department of Defense, Army, National Guard Bureau, and OSHA requirements.
High school diploma or GED; an undergraduate degree is described as optimum.
FAA certifications from accredited civilian aviation programs or aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools.
Maintain a U.S. Army Class II Flight Physical; pass applicable suitability and background checks and obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
Register for Selective Service if applicable; participate in mandatory direct deposit and required pre-employment and random drug testing.
Wear the military uniform and use employer-required personal protective equipment.
If not currently in the Indiana Army National Guard but willing to join, upload CAFRS 7120 and 759 records; upload FAA or military certifications with the application.
Certain current or recently appointed Indiana National Guard federal technicians must submit an approved Exception to Policy memorandum with their application.

Nice To Haves

An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university is described as optimum.
Superior Qualifications and Special Needs Pay-setting Authority may be considered.

Responsibilities

Perform preflight weather analysis and select routes, altitudes, alternate airports, and refueling stops.
Compute fuel requirements and cargo and passenger loads; conduct preflight inspections and file flight plans.
Plan and coordinate firing-range routes.
Serve as a rotary-wing Unit Trainer/Evaluator or Instructor Pilot, training and evaluating aviators in basic and advanced flight techniques.
Perform one or more additional functions, such as rotary-wing Instrument Flight Examiner, Standardization Instructor Pilot, Maintenance Test Pilot Examiner, or Functional Check Pilot Evaluator.
Perform one or more additional functions, such as Aviation Safety Officer, rotary-wing Maintenance Test Pilot or Functional Check Pilot, or Aviation Mission Survivability Officer.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Train and assess rated pilots in advanced helicopters and complex tactical situations, including evasive, defensive, and aggressive maneuvers and combat gunnery.
Review and analyze mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information; conduct mission planning and preparation and crew briefings.
Perform or supervise navigation, in-flight refueling, search and rescue, surveillance, reconnaissance, aircraft inspections and loading, and crew training.
Develop plans and policies, monitor operations, advise commanders, and support unit aviation safety programs.