Supervisory Aircraft PILOT -Title Security Clearance

Position: SUPERVISORY AIRCRAFT PILOT -Title 32 with Security Clearance
Duties As a SUPERVISORY AIRCRAFT PILOT
-Title 32, GS-2181-14, you will function as the commander of an AASF. The position supervises between 3 and 12 substantive General Schedule (GS) employees and a large (more than 30) wage grade work force. The GS workforce includes at least 2 fulltime GS-13 pilots who instruct and evaluate flying in advanced transport helicopters or advanced instrument flight techniques or instruct instructors in methods of instruction or any combination for at least 50% of their work time.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Manages and directs the activities and functions of the AASF in support of the state or national aviation training missions which includes flight operations; instructing courses on flight operations proficiency training of aviators and crew members; qualification training of aviators and crew members; aircraft mechanics; aviation safety; and the organizational, direct support, and limited general support maintenance of all assigned aircraft.
2. Plans work to be accomplished by the organization which consists of 3 to 12 employees engaged in substantive work and additional wage grade employees. Sets priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work. Assigns work to subordinate units based on priorities, selective consideration of difficulty and requirements of assignments, and the capabilities of employees.
3. Oversees the training operations of assigned or attached aircrew members through a subordinate supervisor. Manages and directs the standardization, currency, proficiency, safety operations, logistics and maintenance programs of the facility. Standardizes methods and procedures of flight instruction and flight proficiency for the facility and may fly with flight instructors, unit instructor pilots, and assigned aviators to assure the validity of methods and procedures employed and the conformance to Aircrew Training Manual requirements.

4. Oversees the aviation maintenance functions through a subordinate Logistics Management Officer and ensures maintenance of assigned and supported aircraft in accordance with established procedures. Responsible for the overall safety program for the facility.
5. Performs other duties as assigned Requirements Conditions of employment MILITARY REQUIREMENTS :
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: O4 through O5 Conditions of Employment:
* Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
* May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
* Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate 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.
* The employee may be required to travel in military and/or commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments.
* 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. Qualifications GENERAL EXPERIENCE :
Eligibility requirements for Dual Status technician positions in this occupation are based on the candidate's possession of Federal Aviation Administration pilot certificates
-OR- appropriate military certifications, military ratings in the main-frame military aircraft of employment, and the required competencies (knowledge, skills, and abilities). SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE :
To qualify for the GS-2181-14 level you must have at least 36 months working experiences in civilian aviation programs; or, military service aviation programs (active duty or reserve components); or, in the Army National Guard Aviation Support facilities. Qualification competencies are determined by three factors:
The aircraft operated; the nature and purpose of assignments; and, the degree of hazard. Experienced in piloting and instructing pilot skills in one or more of the following main-frame/military aircraft:
Fixed-wing or rotary wing or. Experienced in reading and applying mission tasks, intelligence reports, and weather information. Experienced in supervising and conducting mission planning, mission preparations, filing flight plans, and conducting crew briefings. Experienced in aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, equipment assessments, and mission manning. Experienced in operating aircraft controls and equipment. Experienced in performing and…