This position is for a First Level Supervisor and Aircraft Simulator and Academic Instructor within the United States Air Force (USAF) Undergraduate Remotely Piloted Aircraft Training (URT) program, located at [Location - to be inferred or omitted if not explicitly stated]. The role involves managing non-supervisory instructors and providing expert instruction in both simulator and academic environments for RPA training.
About the Role
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Serve as a first-level supervisor, responsible for planning, directing, organizing, and controlling non-supervisory instructors.
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Exercise supervisory personnel management responsibilities.
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Act as an aircraft simulator instructor for Undergraduate RPA Training (URT) and graduate Simulator Instructor Training (SIT-R), covering operations in both National Airspace System and international airspace under ICAO rules.
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Provide academic instruction to students in URT and SIT-R programs.
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Undertake special projects, including the preparation and presentation of research materials.
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This is a non-flying, Mission-Essential position critical for uninterrupted operations.
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 requirements.
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May be required to stand for extended periods while instructing in a classroom.
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Occasional travel may be required for conferences or meetings, potentially including overnight stays.
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May be required to work irregular hours, including overtime and shift work.
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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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Must pass initial and periodic short-notice drug testing.
Qualifications
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Ability to instruct at an expert level in a variety of interdisciplinary studies, including Aerodynamics, Flying Fundamentals, Instrument Flying, Aircraft Systems, Weather, Crew Resource Management, Operating Procedures, Navigation, Safety, and Aircraft Mishap Prevention.
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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, and aircraft safety, mishap prevention, crew resource management, and the operation, characteristics, and limitations of corresponding aircraft simulators.
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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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Proficiency in using various computer applications, software, and simulator systems for instruction.
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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 to appraise programs, identify needs and solutions, develop goals, monitor progress, and evaluate success.
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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.
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Must possess a current Commercial Pilot Certificate or appropriate military rating.
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For flight instructor roles, a Flight Instructor Certificate or military equivalent is required.
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Minimum flight hour requirements for GS-11 and above:
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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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Candidates must possess a current first or second-class medical certificate.