Helicopter PILOT Security Clearance

Position: HELICOPTER PILOT with Security Clearance
Duties As a HELICOPTER PILOT, GS-2181-12 your duties are below.
* Pilots a variety of on one or more of the following helicopters:
Attack Helicopter (AH-64);
Cargo Helicopter (CH-47);
Utility Helicopter (UH-60 series), (LUH-72 series) and others when assigned. Routinely operates with short takeoffs and landing capability, in all types of weather, day, and night over a variety of terrains and open bodies of water. Flights are made using landing facilities ranging from modern, improved airport with paved runways and navigational aids to unimproved strips of remote, isolated villages.

This position will be required to make reconnaissance and observation flights. Makes test flights and checks all systems in connection with maintenance actions and takes necessary action to correct malfunctions. Participates in all-weather search and rescue operations as required utilizing a thorough knowledge of the terrain features of the geographical area. Conducts flight checks following repairs, maintenance, or installation of approved aircraft system modifications.

Responsible for transportation of cargo and transporting passengers, among a variety of familiar destinations (50%)
* Performs maintenance operation checks (MOCs) and general test flights of aircraft to ensure airworthiness upon completion of extensive disassembly for maintenance, repair or replacement of components or aircraft systems. Performs general test flights of aircraft upon completion of extensive disassembly, reassembly, and maintenance, repair, or replacement of parts where tests cannot determine the safe and or proper functioning of aircraft components or systems;

and ensures the airworthiness component or aircraft systems. Performs acceptance test flights of new aircraft when required. (40%)
* Serves as a member of a board pertaining to aviation accidents, flight evaluation, collateral investigations, standardization, and federal recognition. (10%)
* Performs other duties as assigned. D2929000 Requirements Conditions of employment NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS

REQUIRED:

This is an excepted position that requires military membership in a compatible military assignment in the Iowa Army National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of this excepted position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. APPLICATION MATERIALS MUST BE RECEIVED BY 08/10/2026 . FAILURE TO PROVIDE COMPLETE INFORMATION MAY RESULT IN YOUR NOT RECEIVING CONSIDERATION FOR THIS POSITION.

Please refer to the Qualifications and Evaluations Section of this Announcement to understand the qualification requirements, and the

How to Apply

Section for detailed instruction on applying. TRIAL PERIOD REQUIREMENT:
As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year trial period or 1-year (Veterans Preference Eligibles Only) during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider:
* Your performance and conduct.
* The needs and interests of the agency.
* Whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and
* Whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest. SECURITY CLEARANCE REQUIREMENT:
Employment is subject to attaining and maintaining a clearance as required by this position. If the selectee does not possess the applicable security clearance when hired, application must be made within 30 days of the start date. Failure to make application for the required security clearance will result in termination of employment. Failure to complete prescribed courses may be cause for reassignment or termination of FTS.

Incumbent must posses and continue to maintain a US Army Class II Flight Physical.. Must have Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs or must have aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools. Military Rank Requirements: WARRANT OFFICERS (CW4 and Below) 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. Your resume must contain your own words. Resumes that are verbatim, from this announcement, any PD's, or any other applicants will not be considered.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

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…