An advanced military flight simulator and academic instructor position is available for the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT) program in an unspecified U.S. location. The role involves instructing students enrolled in Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) and Pilot Instructor Training (PIT) programs.
About the Role
This position serves as a current and qualified instrument-rated, multi or single-engine advanced military flight simulator and academic instructor. The instructor will guide students through the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT) Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) program and rated upgrade pilots in the Euro-NATO Joint Jet Pilot Training (ENJJPT) Pilot Instructor Training (PIT) program. This is a non-flying position.
Requirements
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U.S. Citizenship Required.
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Males must be registered for Selective Service.
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Experience as a rated military aviator (pilot) is critical.
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Previous experience as an instructor in a military aircraft is highly desirable.
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Incumbent may be required to stand for several hours at a time while instructing in a classroom environment.
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Work may occasionally require travel away from the normal duty station on military or commercial aircraft.
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Incumbent is subject to work other than normal duty hours, which may change daily due to simulator and academic work schedules.
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The position is designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program; employee must pass initial and periodic short notice drug testing.
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Federal Time-In-Grade (TIG) requirements apply for General Schedule (GS) positions.
Qualifications
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Possession of an appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificate or appropriate military rating.
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Meeting applicable flight hour requirements and possessing the required knowledge and skills.
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A current Commercial Pilot Certificate or the appropriate military rating.
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For flight instructor positions, an FAA Flight Instructor Certificate or the military equivalent rating is required.
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The pilot certificate must include ratings appropriate to the work of the position.
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Candidates must demonstrate possession of knowledge and skills required for the work by meeting minimum flight hour requirements, including recency of flight experience.
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Specific flight hour requirements apply 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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Instructor Time: 500 hours, related to the nature of the instruction work and category of aircraft.
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At the time of initial appointment, candidates must possess a current first or second-class medical certificate in accordance with FAA regulations.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)
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Knowledge of aircraft systems, operating procedures, aerodynamics, flying fundamentals, aircraft instrumentation, ground and flight emergency procedures, instrument and visual flight rules, training aircraft, and simulator operation.
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Knowledge of curriculum development, instructional techniques, and training resources.
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Skill in using computer applications and software, including simulator systems.
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Skill in demonstrating flying procedures and maneuvers in an aircraft simulator.
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Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
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Ability to teach multiple academic courses using computer-based teaching aids.