Training Specialist (Aircrew Training)

Air Force Global Strike Command•Kirtland AFB, NM

19d

About The Position

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as the Program Manager/Training Systems Analyst for the 58th Training Squadron. The position oversees and assists Operations Flights and USAF Program Managers in developing Formal Qualification and Refresher SOIs and Aircrew Training Devices (ATDs). It maintains operational data and statistics and helps oversee contractors and subcontractors performing instruction, courseware development, Instructional Systems Development (ISD) requirements, or other assigned functions. The role represents the 58th Training Squadron commander and operations officer with higher headquarters staffs, Kirtland/58th SOW units, and contractor organizations. It also provides input to military personnel performance reports, awards, and other administrative functions. The position requires specialized experience in military flying training, instructional design, curriculum development, aircraft and flight procedures, and relevant DoD and Air Force policies, or qualifying graduate education or a combination of education and experience. The incumbent must obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance. A pre-employment physical is required. The incumbent may work outside normal duty hours and may occasionally travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.

Requirements

U.S. citizenship is required.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
Must meet the GS-1712 specialized experience requirements: at least one year of specialized experience at the GS-09 level or equivalent, qualifying graduate education, or a combination of education and experience totaling at least 100% of the requirements.
Specialized experience includes knowledge of flying-training responsibilities, instructional concepts and methods, aircraft systems and characteristics, flight rules and procedures, curriculum development, training resources, and applicable DoD, Air Force, and major command policy.
Merit promotion applicants must meet federal time-in-grade requirements; one year at GS-09 is required for GS-11 consideration where applicable.
Must submit transcripts when using education to qualify.
Must be able to work other than normal duty hours if required and travel occasionally away from the normal duty station.
Must complete a pre-employment physical.
Must meet Selective Service registration requirements where applicable.
Must provide complete descriptions of duties and hours per week for part-time or unpaid experience claimed.

Nice To Haves

Prior military aircrew instructor experience with formal AETC training in an MC-130J, HC-130J, AC-130J, HH-60W, or UH-1N is preferred.
Instructional experience with students in airborne, simulator, and academic settings is highly desired.
Current or previous military aircraft flight training, including instrument, aircraft commander, or mission commander qualifications, is desired.
Knowledge of Instructional Systems Development, SCORM, and Advanced Distributed Learning concepts and techniques.
Knowledge of computer-based training development, training materials and documents, aircrew manuals, and mission planning related to aircrew training.
Skill using computers and automated software.
Knowledge of military organizational structures and personnel administrative functions, including training records, awards, and officer and enlisted evaluations.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Responsibilities

Oversee and assist Operations Flights and USAF Program Managers in developing Formal Qualification and Refresher SOIs and Aircrew Training Devices.
Maintain operational data and statistics.
Assist with oversight of contractors and subcontractors performing instruction, courseware development, Instructional Systems Development requirements, or other assigned functions.
Represent the 58th Training Squadron commander and operations officer with higher headquarters staffs, Kirtland/58th SOW units, and contractor organizations.
Write or provide input for USAF military personnel OPRs/EPRs, awards, and other administrative functions.
Develop comprehensive training programs and identify training requirements.
Develop course materials and instructional methods, and assess training effectiveness.
Communicate orally and in writing, chair meetings, manage syllabus development, brief the chain of command, and prepare reports.