Clarification from the agency

Nationwide: All Members of the Washington Army National Guard, or U.S. Citizens willing to join the Washington Army National Guard.

A GS-2181-13, AIRCRAFT FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR:

• Plans and implements flight training and instruction for rated pilots and instructor pilots in accordance with the Aircrew Training Manual (ATM).
• Adjusts course material to meet individual needs.
• For a substantial portion of the time, performs one or more of the following:
  • a) trains, instructs and evaluates pilots in operating aircraft using advanced instrument flight techniques;
  • b) instructs pilots in methods of instruction and evaluates instructor pilots' proficiency to engage in flight instruction;
  • c) instructs pilots in operating advanced attack helicopters or heavy multi-engine advanced transport helicopters.
• Conducts 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.
• Conducts refresher, mission and continuation combat training in advanced attack helicopters involving aggressor and defensive maneuvers and aerial gunnery practice with heavy ordinance and/or trains and instructs pilots in the operation of heavy multi-engine transport helicopters to transport equipment and personnel in combat situations.
• Trains pilots in the full range of aircraft maneuvers required in combat situations.
• Provides instruction in emergency procedures such as loss of propulsion, directional control or related systems.
• Performs flights in all-weather/environmental conditions, day and night, and using night vision devices.
• Prepares and presents related classroom instruction.
• Recommends whether pilots remain in flight status.
• Conducts refresher, mission and continuation training in light fixed wing or utility and observer helicopters.
• Trains pilots in basic and advanced techniques required to support the Pilot's unit mission.
• Conducts training flights involving a substantial degree of hazard such as training helicopter pilots in advanced flight techniques required in combat situations, tactical flying at night in all weather conditions and with the use of night vision devices, flight maneuvers which take advantage of the terrain, low level flight, short field takeoffs and landings, flying in formation. evasive maneuvers and emergency procedures involving engine failures and malfunctions of hydraulic and electrical systems over hazardous terrain.
• Performs routine operational flight assignments.
• Transports passengers including dignitaries to and from a variety of different points.
• As required. performs maintenance test flights of aircraft following repair of maintenance.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conditions of employment

MILITARY REQUIREMENTS:

Military Grades: CW2-CW4

Compatible Military Assignments: N/A

- Must be qualified and current UH-72 Army Aviator.

- Must have a minimum of 1500 hours total Army rotary wing flight.

- Must be a graduate of the UH-72 instructor Pilot Course (IPC or IPC-T)

- A hiring incentive may be available.

- Applicants need not be assigned to the position or possess the MOS to apply or be considered for selection. Selected applicant must be assigned to a compatible Military position and attain MOS within 1 year of appointment action.

- Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

- All soldiers, civilian employees, and contractor employees who drive Army-owned or leased vehicles must complete the Army Avoidance Course (AAC) training when they start working for the Army. Must have a valid Washington state and military driver's license. Must be able to obtain a Government Travel Card (GTC) and be able to attend all schools deemed necessary by the supervisor.

- Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.

- Must maintain membership in the WA Army National Guard for continued employment.

- Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate (SECRET) security clearance of the position.

- This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.

- Position requires ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.

- Irregular and/or overtime (compensatory) hours may be required to support operational requirements or contingencies or may be required to work hours outside of the normal duty day.

- The duties and responsibilities of your job may significantly impact the environment. You are responsible to maintain awareness of your environmental responsibilities as dictated by legal and regulatory requirements, your organization, and its changing mission.

- Prior to appointment, an applicant's military medical record must indicate a completed and current medical physical, flight physical, medical profile, and completed/cleared drug test.

- Must not have record of claustrophobia or claustrophobic tendencies.

Qualifications

GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
An applicant must have a competent understanding of the occupation's basic principles and concepts. Applicants should have a minimum of one year on-the-job experience in the grade (or a comparable military rank) immediately below the next higher level.

SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Must have at least 24 months experience that prepares the applicant to perform the Dual Status technician duties and responsibilities. To qualify, an applicant's educational-degree study program, military professional and technical training schools or academies, and aviation certifications may apply as substitutions for some specialized experience factors. Applicants must demonstrate the following specialized experience competencies (skills, knowledge, and abilities) to qualify for entry appointments to GS-2181-13 Army National Guard Dual Status Warrant Officer positions. Qualification competencies are determined by three factors: The aircraft operated; the nature and purpose of assignments; and the degree of hazard. For Army National Guard positions, must have working experiences in civilian aviation programs; or, in military service aviation programs (active duty or reserve components); or, in the Army National Guard Aviation Support facilities; or, in Air National Guard Wing/ Operations Groups. To qualify, the applicant must have at least two years specialized competencies in operating a specific main-frame military aircraft, mission planning, and mission preparation.

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. You may also be excluded from consideration if you indicate that you are unwilling to accept the lower grade and a determination is made that you are not qualified at the higher grade. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics). NOTE: You do not have to respond to the KSA's separately but your resume should contain sufficient information to demonstrate possession of the KSA's.

• Ability in reviewing and analyzing mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information.
• Skill in filing flight plans and conducting crew briefings.
• Knowledge of aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, and equipment assessments.
• Skill in performing or supervising work procedures involved in navigation, in-flight refueling, search and rescue operations or surveillance and reconnaissance.
• Ability in conducting or supervising the training of crew members in simple to complex mission specific tasks.
• Skill in developing plans and policies, monitoring operations, and advising commanders.
• Knowledge is required in flight theory, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, mission tactics, and operating procedures.
• Knowledge of 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.