Supervisory Aircraft Flight Instructor

Duties

Directs and coordinates all light operations and training activities at the installation and supervises the AASF Flight Operations Section. Manages the Aviation Training Program for the AASF and oversees the Additional Flight Training Program (AFTP). Consults with unit commanders to determine the training requirements to enable individual aviators and crew members to maintain combat readiness and proficiency in given types of aircraft. Formulates and oversees individual aviator and crew member training to achieve the specified training goals. Plans flying programs in cooperation with maintenance personnel to promote maximum utilization of aircraft and accessory equipment. Oversees flight cost analysis and coordination of all flight mission requests other than in connection with Annual Training and Aviation Unit Inactive Duty Training. Oversees execution of the training program in accordance with the Aircrew Training Manual (ATM) Flight Training Program or aviators and aeroscout crew members, utilizing single or twin (multi) engine aircraft (airplanes or helicopters). This program includes instruction and evaluation of rated aviators and, where appropriate, aeroscout crew members in basic and advanced flight and instrument flight techniques required to fly tactical and combat type operations. Plans and assigns work to be accomplished. Plans, establishes and updates the standing operating procedures required for the safe and efficient operation of aircraft and transient aircraft. Establishes procedures concerning the operation of aircraft within the local flying area. Coordinates such procedures with military, municipal and local FAA Air Traffic Control authorities to assure compatibility of AASF originating traffic with other air traffic in the area. Instructs and evaluates pilots in operating light or heavy, fixed or rotary wing aircraft. Trains and evaluates pilots in basic or advanced instrument flight procedures characterized by a substantial degree of hazard and using the technique of operating an aircraft through reference to instruments as well as visual reference to the terrain and horizon. Develops POI's for proper utilization of aviators and aerial observer training requirements. Trains and evaluates instructor pilots on tactical techniques of instruction. Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

In describing your experience, please be clear and specific. We will not make assumptions regarding your experience. Applicants who do not fully address the minimum/specialized experience needed for the position in their resume will not be referred for consideration.

GENERAL EXPERIENCE: The applicant must be a rated pilot on flying status; be Department of the Army certified as an Instructor/Pilot; be proficient in the CH-047 aircraft, and possess the flying time established by gaining command criteria and the certificates and ratings required for the position.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-13 Must indicate 24 months of the following type of experience:

1. Experience operating a specific main-frame military aircraft, mission planning, and mission preparation.
2. Experienced in reviewing and analyzing mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information.
3. Experienced in filing flight plans and conducting crew briefings.
4. Experienced in aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, and equipment assessments.
5. Experienced in performing or supervising work procedures involved in navigation, in-flight refueling, search and rescue operations or surveillance and reconnaissance.
6. Experienced in conducting or supervising the training of crew members in simple to complex mission specific tasks.
7. Experienced in developing plans and policies, monitoring operations, and advising commanders.
8. Experienced 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.