Air Education and Training Command | SF50 Instructor

The United States Air Force (USAF) is seeking an Aircraft Instructor to serve as a simulator and academic instructor for students in the Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT) program. This non-flying position is located at an undisclosed USAF facility.

About the Role

The Aircraft Instructor will apply aviator experience to instruct students in both aircraft simulators and academic settings within the Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT) program. Key responsibilities include monitoring and evaluating student progress and performance, and contributing to the operational and training mission of the unit.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship Required.
• Males must be registered for Selective Service.
• Subject to provisions of the DoD Priority Placement Program.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• Potential eligibility for recruitment and relocation incentives.
• Requirement to serve a probationary or trial period, with potential for termination unless continued employment advances the public interest.
• Previous experience as an instructor in a military aircraft is highly desirable.
• May be required to stand for extended periods while instructing.
• Occasional travel may be required.
• Flexibility to work other than normal duty hours is necessary.
• Designated as a Testing Designated Position (TDP) under the Air Force Civilian Drug Demand Reduction Program; must pass drug testing.
• This is a non-flying position.
• A medical examination indicating ability to perform the duties of the position is required; a pre-employment physical is mandatory.

Qualifications

• Must meet Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Aircraft Operations Series 2181.
• Candidates establishing eligibility based on military flight experience must provide official documentation (orders, forms, logbooks) of their status as a rated military pilot, flight instructor, or flight examiner.
• Other certificates meeting or exceeding Commercial Pilot Certificate requirements (e.g., Airline Transport Pilot Certificate) are acceptable.
• Minimum eligibility requires possession of appropriate FAA pilot certificates and/or military ratings, meeting flight hour requirements, and possessing necessary knowledge and skills.
• Certificates and Ratings: Must possess a current Commercial Pilot Certificate or appropriate military rating. For flight instructor positions, an FAA Flight Instructor Certificate or military equivalent is also required. Pilot certificates must include ratings appropriate to the position.
• Flight Experience: Demonstrated knowledge and skills through meeting minimum flight hour requirements, including recency of flight experience. Categories include general piloting knowledge/skills and specific position-related knowledge/skills.
• Minimum Flight Hour Requirements (GS-11 and Above):
  • Total Flight Time: 1500 Hours
  • Pilot-In-Command: 250 Hours
  • Night Flying: 75 Hours
  • Instrument: 75 Hours (at least 10 in actual instrument weather)
  • Instructor Time: 500 Instructor Hours (related to instruction work and aircraft category)
  • Proof of Flight Hours must be submitted.
• Medical Requirements: Candidates must possess a current first or second-class medical certificate (or first-class for flight test, airspace system inspection, and Customs pilots). Specialists not involved in aircraft operation require a medical examination indicating ability to perform duties.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs)

• Knowledge of aircraft systems, operating procedures, aerodynamics, flying fundamentals, instrumentation, emergency procedures, and flight rules, as well as training aircraft and simulator operation.
• Knowledge of curriculum development, instructional techniques, and training resources.
• Skill in using various computer applications and software, including simulator systems.
• Skill in demonstrating flying procedures and maneuvers in an aircraft simulator.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, including classroom instruction.
• Ability to teach multiple academic courses using computer-based teaching aids.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.