A First Officer (FO) position is available with the United States Air Force (USAF) at an undisclosed location, focusing on instructor duties for the Undergraduate Remotely Piloted Aircraft Training (URT) program.
About the Role
This position serves as a first-level supervisor, responsible for planning, directing, organizing, and overseeing non-supervisory instructors. The incumbent will also function as an aircraft simulator and academic instructor for students enrolled in the USAF Undergraduate Remotely Piloted Aircraft Training (URT) program. Duties include performing workforce management and supervisory personnel management responsibilities. Leveraging extensive aviator experience, the role involves serving as a simulator instructor for URT and graduate Simulator Instructor Training (SIT-R), covering aircraft operations in national and international airspace. The position also requires acting as an academic instructor for URT and SIT-R students, and carrying out special projects, such as preparing and presenting research material.
Requirements
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U.S. Citizenship required.
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Males must be registered for Selective Service.
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Must be able to obtain and maintain a Secret security clearance.
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Previous experience as a rated military aviator (instructor pilot) is highly desirable.
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Must possess the intellectual ability to adapt quickly to changing training tools, methods, and emerging requirements.
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Incumbent may be required to stand for extended periods while instructing in a classroom environment.
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Work may occasionally require travel away from the duty station for conferences or meetings, potentially including overnight stays.
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Occasional work outside normal duty hours, including shift work, overtime, and irregular hours, may be required.
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This is a non-flying, Mission-Essential position.
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A 1-year supervisory probationary period is required if the selected applicant has not previously met this requirement.
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This is a Supervisory Position.
Qualifications
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Ability to instruct at an expert level in a wide variety of interdisciplinary studies, including Aerodynamics, Flying Fundamentals, Basic and Advanced Instrument Flying, Aircraft Systems, Weather, Crew Resource Management, Operating Procedures, Navigation, Safety, and Aircraft Mishap Prevention.
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Must possess a current Commercial Pilot Certificate or appropriate military rating.
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For flight instructor roles, an FAA Flight Instructor Certificate or military equivalent is required.
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The pilot certificate must include ratings appropriate to the work.
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Minimum flight hour requirements apply, including:
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Total Flight Time: 1500 hours
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Pilot-In-Command: 250 hours
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Night Flying: 75 hours
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Flying Time Last 12 months: 100 hours
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Instrument Hours: 75 hours
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Instructor: 500 hours
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Instructor time must be related to the nature of the instruction work and the category of aircraft operated.
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Must possess a current first or second-class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations (or first-class for specific pilot roles).
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Knowledge of aircraft systems operation, operating procedures, aerodynamics, emergency procedures, aviation weather, flight hazards, flight profile management, navigation, basic and advanced instrument training, aircraft safety, mishap prevention, crew resource management, and the operation, characteristics, and limitations of the corresponding aircraft simulator.
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Knowledge of safety, security regulations, practices, and procedures.
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Knowledge of curriculum development, instructional techniques, and training resources.
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Skill in using various computer applications and software, including simulator systems, to meet learning objectives and demonstrate flying procedures.
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Skill in using electronic flight bags for academic and simulator training delivery.
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Skill in review and analysis techniques for appraising programs, identifying needs and solutions, developing goals, and monitoring progress.
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Ability to plan, organize, and direct the functions and staff of a small to medium-sized organization.
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Ability to communicate clearly and effectively, both orally and in writing, including classroom instruction.