Maintenance TEST PILOT Security Clearance

Position: MAINTENANCE TEST PILOT with Security Clearance
Duties (1) Performs maintenance test flights of rotary wing aircraft to determine that the airframe, power plant and power train, subsystems accessories, and other auxiliary equipment are functioning in accordance with current US Army publications, policies and predetermined requirements in the intended operational environment for the purpose of certifying the airworthiness of the complete aircraft. Conducts final test flights prior to the release of the aircraft for operational use after modification or repairs to include component changes such asengines repairs, transmissions rotor blades, wings, and avionics modification packages performed by the Aviation maintenance activity.

Tests avionics modification and equipment packages for in-flight reliability, proper operation and accuracy for use in critical or actual instrument conditions to complete approaches to a safe landing. (Approx. 60%)(2) Monitors quality control function to include weight and balance, time before component removal for overhaul (TBO), regulations, Safety of Flight (SOF), Maintenance Information Messages (MIMS), Aviation Safety Action Messages (ASAMS) and DA 2408 series forms for compliance.

Compiles reports on the suitability, functions, and general practicability of aircraft and components or systems. Coordinates all airworthiness documentation and administrative requirements within and outside the organization. Maintains test flight records and report, in accordance with current directives, publications and flight procedures manuals. Certifies and releases aircraft for flight when they meet US Army airworthiness standards. (Approx. 25%)(3) Performs ferry flights of aircraft to support installation maintenance activities or for transfer/turn-in purposes.

Recovers aircraft from remote sites after precautionary or forced landings have been accomplished. (Approx. 5%)Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of employment NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing state's National Guard, required prior to the effective date of placement.

Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. 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.
1. Incumbent must possess and continue to maintain a US Army Class II Flight Physical, Maintenance Test Pilot will be qualified in accordance with AR 95-1 and AR 95-20.(a) Maintenance Manager/Maintenance Test Pilot Course (AMOC),(b) Maintenance Test Pilots will be qualified in the aircraft to be flown.
2. Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance of the position.
3. 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.
4. Ability to establish effective professional working relationships with coworkers and customers, contributing to a cooperative working environment and successful accomplishment of the mission.
* 5. 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. This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random testing thereafter, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident. Qualifications Military Grades: CW2
-CW4; OFFICER O-1 TO O-3 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 - Is 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 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE :
Applicants must demonstrate the following specialized experience competencies (skills, knowledge, and…