Title: WASS Pilot – RW – SP H-60
Location: Iraq-Baghdad
Job Number: 16256
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The Worldwide Aviation Support Services (WASS) program, an AAR business, headquartered in Rockledge, FL, provides global, world-class expeditionary and conventional aviation solutions to the US Department of State Air Wing.
Role Description:
Serve as the Chief of Standards representative in interpreting and implementing the organization’s Aircrew Training Program (ATP) and manage the aircraft-specific ATP. Serve as the Site Manager’s representative in interpreting and implementing the organization’s Aircrew Training Program ATP. Maintain and manage flight records, Air Wing Information System (AWIS) entries, and updates of aviation references and publications. Responsible for conducting Rotary Wing (RW) crew member training and evaluations, standardization administration (i.e., flight records, AWIS, publications, and references). Monitor flight instruction, including aircraft training, annual proficiency reviews, and flight evaluations. Oversee both Fixed Wing (FW) and Rotary Wing (RW) flight records. This position is located in the US Embassy, Iraq.
Key Responsibilities:
+ Conduct training and evaluations of rotary wing rated and nonrated crew members to include standardization program oversight.
+ Document the performance of rated and nonrated crew members and develop individual flight training plans in support of the organizations mission and ATP.
+ Assist the program Chief of Standards with the supervision and maintenance of the standardization program.
+ Participate in the selection and training.
+ Monitor flight instruction, to include standardization of transitions, annual proficiency reviews, and flight evaluations.
+ Serve as a member of the INLA Standardization Committee.
+ Provide aircrew training and standardization to include academic instruction for rotary wing Rated and Non Rated Crew Members NRCMs, including day night NVG flight tasks training for NRCMs.
+ Manage, supervise, schedule and direct training of crew members in order to safely and effectively provide aviation support services to the Department of State in OCONUS locations.
+ Conduct academic and flight training and administer evaluations to ensure crew member proficiency and standardization of training.
+ Train and qualify crew members to fly both single and multi ship day night NVG missions, primarily under Visual Meteorological Conditions.
+ Develop individual flight training plans in support of the organizations mission and ATP.
+ Ensure all training and operations comply with INLA standards as per applicable Directives, Manuals, and Technical Orders.
+ Monitor crew member proficiency in all phases of mission planning and flight operations to ensure compliance with policies and directives.
+ Oversee maintenance of crew member flight records.
+ Maintain flight records, Air Wing Information System AWIS records, reports, publications and references.
+ Maintain knowledge of additions and changes to all applicable Standard Operating Procedures SOP and documentation integral to contract operations.
+ Maintain NVG currency and instrument proficiency.
+ Perform duties as Pilot, Pilot in Command, Instructor Pilot, Standardization Pilot, Air Mission Commander, and or Flight Lead.
+ Perform routine CONUS and OCONUS travel as required.
+ Position requires US Secret Security Clearance
+ Perform other aviation duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications :
+ High School Diploma or equivalent.
+ Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance
+ Qualification in the UH-60 A/L/M, SH-60 Series, HH-60 Series, MH-60 series, VH-60 series
+ FAA Commercial and Instrument Airman Certificate Rotorcraft Helicopter.
+ FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
+ Host nation language proficiency per contract requirement.
+ 1,500 total rotary wing flight hours including 500 hours of turbine engine time.
+ Night Vision Goggle NVG qualified and 300 hours of NVG experience.
+ 300 hours turbine instructor pilot or check pilot time.
+ FAA CFI CFII Certificate or US Military equivalent.
+ One 1 year managing a flight training program.
+ Strong English speaking and written communication skill.
+ Ability to pass physical screening.
+ Passport with 18 months remaining.
Preferred
+ FAA ATP Certificate Combat experience and previous exposure to operations in Iraq or Afghanistan highly desired.
+ Previous experience with the M4, M9 and Glock19 desired.
+ Prior US Military IP/SP qualified pilot and or support on the DoS INLA program.
+ Prior US Military MP ME qualified pilot and or support on the DoS INLA program.
+ Have an active U.S. DoD Security Clearance.
Compensation and Benefits:
+ *Salaried Position.
+ * 80/40 Rotation Schedule.
+ *Competitive salary and bonus package.
+ *Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
+ *401(k) retirement plan with company match
+ *Professional development and career advancement opportunities
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