This position is for an Aircraft Flight Instructor within the Training Operations Branch of an Army National Guard Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF). The role involves providing instruction, evaluation, and examination to rated pilots, instructor pilots, and aeroscout observers in flying techniques and instructional methods. It suits an experienced pilot with a strong background in both basic and advanced instrument flight techniques, particularly with AH-64D rotary-wing aircraft.
Responsibilities
Provide instruction, evaluation, and examination of rated pilots, instructor pilots, and aeroscout observers in flying techniques and methods of instruction, examination, and evaluation
Plan and implement flight training and instruction for rated pilots and instructor pilots in accordance with the Aircrew Training Manual (ATM)
Adjust course material to meet individual needs
Train, instruct, and evaluate pilots in operating aircraft using advanced instrument flight techniques (at least 20% of the time)
Instruct pilots in methods of instruction and evaluate instructor pilots' proficiency to engage in flight instruction (at least 20% of the time)
Conduct pilots in command duties in advanced attack helicopters or instruct pilots in operating advanced attack helicopters (at least 20% of the time)
Conduct training flights involving operating an aircraft through reference to instruments and use of automatic direction finding equipment such as omni directional radials, ground control approach, and instrument landing systems on and off Federal airways
Conduct refresher, mission, and continuation training in attack helicopters as a Pilot in Command or Instructor Pilot
Train pilots in the full range of aircraft maneuvers required in combat situations
Provide instruction in emergency procedures such as loss of propulsion, directional control, or related systems
Perform flights in all weather/environmental conditions, day and night, and using night vision devices
Prepare and present related classroom instruction
Recommend whether pilots remain in flight status
Train pilots in basic and advanced techniques required to support the pilot's unit mission
Conduct training flights and operational missions involving a substantial degree of hazard in Visual Meteorological Conditions (VMC) and Instrument Meteorological Conditions (IMC) flight techniques, tactical flying at night and in all weather conditions
Perform evasive maneuvers and emergency procedures involving engine failures and malfunctions of hydraulic and electrical systems over hazardous terrain
Perform routine operational flight assignments
Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
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AH-64D Pilot in Command qualified
Currently qualified as an Instructor Pilot
Possess U.S. Army pilot rating on AH-64 rotary-wing aircraft based at AASF #1
Possession of appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificates or appropriate military certifications, military ratings on AH-64 military aircraft of employment, and required competencies (knowledge, skills, and abilities)
At least 2 years of experience working in civilian aviation programs or in military service aviation programs (active duty or reserve components)
At least two years of specialized competencies in operating 64D rotary aircraft, mission planning, and mission preparation
Experience in reviewing and analyzing mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information
Experience in filing flight plans and conducting crew briefings
Experience in aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, and equipment assessments
Experience 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
Experience in developing plans and policies, monitoring operations, and advising commanders
Knowledge of flight theory, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, mission tactics, and operating procedures
Experience 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
Ability to pilot AH-64D helicopters during day, night, and night vision goggles, over all kinds of terrain and in any weather
Ability to instruct and evaluate rated aviators and non-rated crew-members in tactical, special mission, and instrument flight tasks under all flight conditions
Ability to develop new tactics and policies for the training program
Ability to present formal and informal classroom instruction, on a group and individual basis, in all aspects, functions, and systems of AH-64D aircraft
Knowledge of applicable aviation related regulations, training circulars, programs of instruction, and technical manuals
