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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a UAS OPERATOR, Position Description Number D1999000 and is part of the D Co 239th BEB, National Guard.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQURED
06/16/2022 to 07/05/2022
$54,727 - $71,146 per year
GS 9
1 vacancy in the following location:
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No
Not required
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Permanent
Full-time
Excepted
None
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AR-11535851-AR-22-166
660604500
Current members, those who want to join or transitioning military members.
(1) Arkansas Army National Guard (AR ARNG) Technicians; (2) All members of the AR ARNG, (3) Individuals who are not members of the National Guard but who are eligible to acquire membership in an available and compatible military grade for excepted technician positions. (Upon selection, must be a member of the AR Army National Guard).
(1) Serves as a member of a UAS mission crew. Performs as aircraft operator (AO) or payload operator (PO) during inactive duty training (IDT), annual training (AT), additional flight training period (AFTP), and pre-mobilization and post-mobilization training periods. Incumbent is subject to various duty periods, including reverse-cycle training periods in order to support unit training requirements. Incumbent is responsible for ensuring proper flight plan submission prior to commencement of each mission. Ensures all aircraft operator and payload operator planning requirements are completed prior to the commencement of each mission. The incumbent trains to perform both the Aircraft Operator and the Payload Operator duties as he/she may be assigned either responsibility for each mission. Participates in and/or facilitates Crew Mission Briefing meetings where each crewmember is assigned his/her specific mission duties and responsibilities and is provided time to ask any mission specific questions. Performs mission planning tasks directed by the Mission Coordinator.
a. Aircraft Operator (AO) Duties:-As assigned, operates the mission planning system. Performs software loading and configuration. Enters and verifies the mission waypoints and parameters. Builds and displays threat, target, air traffic control (ATC) restrictions, and air corridors. Builds and displays the mission required payload plan.
-Performs preflight inspections. Ensures that proper preflight checks are verified in accordance with operator manuals and checklists. Ensures all required forms are completed and that the appropriate information has been entered into each form or electronic equivalent.
-Completes engine start and systems checks, ensuring that the engine, related systems, and equipment are operating properly. Ensures all checklist items are completed prior to the start of all missions.
-Responsible for radio communications. Tunes the system radios and monitors assigned frequencies utilized during the mission. If two simultaneous frequencies are being utilized, keeps the PO informed of any actions or communications conducted on the assigned frequency. Establishes communications with the appropriate ATC facility. Monitors the frequency before transmitting and uses appropriate call signs when acknowledging each communication. Transmits pilot reports, position reports, and flight plan changes. When advised to change frequencies, acknowledges the transmission before making the change and selects the new frequency at the appropriate time.
-Performs assigned launch and post-launch procedures in accordance with appropriate operator manuals and checklists. Coordinates with ground crew during the launch process to ensure successful departure from the launcher.
-Operates the aircraft in Knob Control. Changes heading commands to meet mission waypoints, adjusts controls for winds, adjusts airspeed commands to meet time-over-target (TOT) requirements while staying within operating parameters. Adjusts altitude commands to meet waypoint requirements. Coordinates with the PO. Uses the map display or appropriate paper map to determine the correct magnetic heading to the next waypoint or target with corrections for wind. Determines the distance to the next waypoint or target, calculating the proper airspeed to reach the waypoint/target within the specified time and operational parameters. Initiates new airspeed command on the airspeed slider on the unmanned aircraft (UA) control panel. Monitors pitch indication and airspeed for proper response. Sets the altitude command, with the altitude slider on the UA control panel, for the correct altitude for the next waypoint/target. Monitors throttles/revolutions per minute (RPM) and engine instruments as well as altitude and rate-of-climb indicators for proper response. If the next target is too close to fit within time over target (TOT) specifications, adjust heading to delay arrival on the waypoint/target.
-Performs fuels management procedures. Determines necessary fuel requirements. Calculates mission flight time based on total distances from launch to recovery. Calculates the maximum amount of flight time by determining the number of liters of fuel expended per hour, taking into account the fuel necessary for launch and recovery.
-Perform Flight Utilizing Automatic Flight Modes. Announces all flight mode changes. Verifies that the UAS enters the selected flight mode by monitoring the flight mode section of the UA control panel.
-Performs all emergency procedures described in the operator's manual or checklist. In the event of adverse meteorological conditions, maintains control of the UA; maneuvers the UA out of obscurations; directs the aircraft to climb, descend, or turn as required. Sets the transponder to the appropriate code.
DUTIES CONTINUED UNDER EDUCATION:
National Guard Membership is required.
Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position.
Military Grades: Enlisted
Minimum Grade - PVT (E-1)
Maximum Grade - SSG (E-6)
Compatible Military Assignments: Selectee must be a member of the Arkansas Army National Guard and be assigned to a compatible military position in 239TH BEB in Enlisted MOS 15W. Must become compatible within 12 months of appointment.
IMPORTANT NOTES (AS APPLICABLE): Upon selection for this position, individual must possess or initiate a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation. A favorable determination based upon investigative results is mandatory for this position. Failure to meet these requirements will result in termination of employment. A pre-placement physical is required if not already current. Upon selection, must complete mandatory Full-Time Support (FTS) Training at the Professional Education Center (PEC) within six months of assignment (if applicable, training will be coordinated by the supervisor). Individual must meet all military requirements of the position without creating a grade inversion, as determined by the Human Resources Office (HRO). Technicians will not be militarily senior to their full-time supervisor or wage leader (Grade Inversion). Enlisted members currently at a higher grade than allowed by the position (see Military Grade Requirement above) may apply; however, they must administratively reduce prior to appointment and provide confirmation of the reduction to HRO.
Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
DUTIES CONTINUED:
-Performs Tactical Automated Landing System (TALS) Recovery procedures. Maneuvers the UA to a position such that the tangent of the projected orbit point is intercepted. Opens the AUTO LAND menu and positions over the map display so the TALS graphics are still visible. Activates TALS airborne subsystem, engages ACQUIRE, engages the one button auto-land. Monitors TALS status throughout the procedure for warnings and failures throughout the recovery process. Monitors system screens and gauges for system failures. Prepares to abort TALS landing if out-of-parameter condition develops. If the system automatically aborts the AUTO LAND sequence (outside decision point), assumes control of the UA via appropriate flight mode.
-Monitors flight instruments during static target tracking operations to ensure the UA is responding appropriately to airspeed, altitude and heading inputs. Maneuvers the UA to maintain optimum resolution, depression angle and payload bearing to the target. Adjusts airspeed, heading, altitude, etc. in accordance with the Payload Operator's requirements.
b. Payload Operator (PO) Duties:
-As assigned, operates the mission planning system. Performs software loading and configuration. Enters and verifies the mission waypoints and parameters. Builds and displays threat, target, air traffic control restrictions, and air corridors. Builds and displays the mission required payload plan.
-Performs preflight inspections. Ensures all payload equipment is configured for the mission and is fully operational.
-While the radio communication is primarily the aircraft operator's responsibility, if two simultaneous frequencies are being utilized, monitors the second frequency keeping the AO of any actions or communications conducted on the assigned frequency.
-Performs assigned launch and post-launch procedures in accordance with appropriate operator manuals and checklists. Assists in the aircraft operation by cross-checking the TOT calculations for airspeed. Performs all emergency procedures described in the operator's manual or checklist.
Performs target tracking procedures and operates payload to acquire mission essential data. Maintains the target centered with the video crosshairs and an appropriate depression angle or by maintaining an appropriate resolution. When tracking a moving target, performs crew coordination to prevent obscurations from disrupting the view of the target. In tracking static targets, coordinates with the AO on flight parameters to arrive over the target within the time constraints and maintain the proper orbit position, and to identify and maintain the crosshairs on the target. Determine heading to the target. Determines airspeed to the target by determining the distance from the UA to the target and calculating the groundspeed required to arrive at the target within the specified time over target (TOT). Identifies the target. Briefs the AO on the target description and general location. Using the various target tracking modes locates the target area and provides AO with necessary information to ensure the UA is flown toward the target location. Operates the video payload equipment. Determines resolution using the coverage parameters dialog, the auto search menu. For the depression, uses the depression angle information located on the overlays for the video screen.
(2) Achieve and Maintain Readiness Level (RL) 1 and track for Aircraft Commander.
(3) Performs other duties as assigned.
If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (https://www.sss.gov/RegVer/wfRegistration.aspx).
If you are unable to apply online or need to fax a document you do not have in electronic form, view the following link for information regarding an Alternate Application.
As required by Executive Order 14043, Federal employees are required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 regardless of the employee's duty location or work arrangement (e.g., telework, remote work, etc.), subject to such exceptions as required by law. If selected, you will be required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and submit documentation of proof of vaccination by November 22, 2021 or before appointment or onboarding with the agency, if after November 22. The agency will provide additional information regarding what information or documentation will be needed and how you can request of the agency a legally required exception from this requirement.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
Once the application process is complete, a review of your application will be made to ensure you meet the Specialized Experience/basic job requirements. In order for your qualifications to be reviewed, you MUST include all required documents as listed in this announcement. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed.
To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes:
1. Resume: Describing prior/current work experience (MONTH and YEAR of experience is required) which reflects the Specialized experience requirements of the advertised position.
DO NOT COPY THE SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS WORD FOR WORD AND PLACE INTO YOUR RESUME; YOU MUST DESCRIBE YOUR PERSONAL EXPERIENCE AS IT PERTAINS TO EACH STATEMENT.
2. Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) dated within 18 months: Can be obtained from Army Knowledge Online (AKO)/Self Service/My Medical Readiness. Click on any "View Detailed Information" selection, then select your IMR Record. Please ensure that you are uploading a PDF DOCUMENT, not a screen shot. PHA MUST BE DATED WITHIN 18 MONTHS AS OF THE CLOSING DATE OF THIS ANNOUNCEMENT!!!
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
To apply for this position, you must complete the online application and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below.
A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration.
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Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.
Checking the status of your application:
To better serve our members, the Technician Recruitment and Placement (R&P) section at AR HRO has implemented a new process for checking the status of an application. Applicants must send an email to ng.ar.ararng.mbx.hro-customer-services@mail.mil. In your email request, please provide us with the Announcement Number of the position you applied for.
This change requires some forethought on the part of the applicant. With this new process in place, applicants can expect to have a response from the AR HRO R&P section within 2 duty days. That being said, applicants checking their application status the day before a job closes stand the chance of not receiving a review.
Our goal is not to refrain from hearing from our customers, but rather to make the process more efficient for us all. Our members are our number one priority and we want to deliver high quality customer service.
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This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/660604500. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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