Title: Pilot FW DHC-8 Lead WASS – Worldwide
Location: Worldwide
Job Number: 12997
AAR Corporation has career opportunities for aviation professionals with DHC-8 experience to support our Worldwide Aviation Support Services (WASS) program in an OCONUS, austere location. Qualified candidates must be US Citizens able to obtain a security clearance (preference for cleared candidates). Work is estimated to begin in January 2022..
SUMMARY:
Manages and leads FManages and leads FW DHC-8 Flight Crews, assigns and oversees missions as directed by the Country/Site Operations Manager. Must be proficient in international flight operations and environments: day, night, and IFR conditions. This is a permanent position based in AUAD. Complete fixed wing aircraft (DHC-8) qualification training then travel to AUAD. Provide fixed wing operational support for the Department of State INL/A programW and DHC-8 Flight Crews, assigns and oversees missions as directed by the Country/Site Operations Manager in direct support of U.S. Department of State (DoS) mission requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
– Manages, supervises, schedules and directs training of assigned DHC-8 rated and non-rated crew members in order to safely and effectively provide aviation support services to the Department of State in OCONUS locations.
– Perform duties as a Pilot, Pilot-in- Command, Air Mission Commander, Flight Lead, or Lead Pilot
– Leads flights as required.
– Ensures only qualified and current crew members are scheduled for flights.
– Over sees Operational Risk Management protocols at the Site/Country are actively followed and fully considered when determining crew pairings and assignments.
– Ensures appropriate preparation of flight plans, considering such factors as altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight, cruise data, airport facilities and navigational aids, threat and crew experience.
– Performs routine travel inside and outside the CONUS, as needed.
– Position requires a U.S. Security Clearance.
– Will delegate functions to other PCs, but retains overall responsibility.
– Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION REQUIRED:
– High school diploma or GED.
– FAA Commercial and Instrument Airmans Certificate Airplane MEL.
– FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
– Current FAA Class II Medical certificate.
– Minimum two (2) years managing Flight Operations program.
SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED:
– 1,500 total fixed wing flight hours including 500 hours of turbine engine time.
– 250 hours multi-engine pilot in command.
– DHC-8 unrestricted type rating.
– Unrestricted type rating is required and will be obtained before or incident to assignment.
– As a condition of employment, all candidates must be able to obtain a clearance, pass a physical to deploy, successfully complete a urinalysis and criminal background check and show proof of COVID 19 vaccination
PREFERRED:
– Former US Military rated pilot with operational leadership experience and/or prior pilot support on the DoS INL/A program.
– Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) rating from the FAA.
Qualifications:
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
CORE COMPETENCIES:
1. Focus on Results – Able to plan and organize work to achieve goals; achieves targeted results with minimal supervision; is accountable for own actions.
2. Communications – Possess excellent verbal & written communications skills; Provides timely, well organized verbal & written information that is audience appropriate; listens attentively to others and retains/processes information.
3. Teamwork – Builds alliances, partnerships & collaboration with others including those different from him/her; deals tactfully with others; assumes helps with a variety of team roles.
4. Strategic Planning & Decision-Making – Develops strategic short & long term plans; arranges priorities, distinguishing urgent, important and unimportant in order to meet goals & deadlines; consults & collaborates with appropriate people.
5. Initiative & Innovation – Generates new ideas personally & encourage team to do the same; stays up-to-date on technology & approaches to work; provides creative solutions & input when faced with challenges.
6. Interpersonal Relationships – Builds effective relationships with internal & external customers; ability to work independently and coordinate work with others; resolves conflicts in a professional manner.
7. Quality & Safety – Adheres to all safety & security policies and regulations; demonstrates quality work that is accurate, thorough & efficient.
8. Continuous Improvement – Examines personal & organizational processes, promotes opportunities for improvement; analyzes successes & failures to learn and improve.
9. Training & Development – Completes required & suggested training; shows eagerness and capacity to learn; receptive to coaching & feedback.
10. Integrity – Committed to passionately and consistently promoting a professional culture that is trustworthy, honest, socially responsible, and where differences are respected and valued.
11. Performance Management – Sets clear expectations & direction for staff; achieves team results consistently; coaches staff to improve; is a positive role model.
12. Expense Management – Plans budget appropriately, uses sound judgment; analyzes operation for improving expense efficiency; demonstrates knowledge of financial process & results.
13. Leadership – Builds commitment to team, company, mission & customer through effective & frequent communications; promotes an environment of trust; fosters a respectful, energetic & positive work culture.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.