Instructor Pilot - US Army Aviation Center of Excellence
Amentum, a leading multi-service contractor, is seeking experienced and qualified individuals to join our team as Instructor Pilots at the US Army Aviation Center of Excellence, Fort Novosel, Alabama. This is an opportunity to contribute to the training of future Army helicopter pilots, shaping the next generation of aviation professionals.
Overview:
Instructor Pilots will provide comprehensive flight instruction in the UH-72 helicopter. While prior military aviation experience or UH-72 qualification is not required, candidates must possess a strong foundation in helicopter operations and a dedication to safety and excellence.
Responsibilities:
- Lead undergraduate student pilots through a rigorous training program encompassing aviation theory, simulator instruction, and actual flight training.
- Prepare student pilots for the demands of combat operations, ensuring they are proficient in handling challenging flight scenarios.
- Foster a culture of safety and maintain the program's exemplary safety record, exceeding 2.3 million hours of flight instruction.
- Develop leadership skills in student pilots, recognizing the vital role they will play in the military.
- Collaborate with the Army and other stakeholders to ensure the seamless delivery of this critical training program.
Qualifications:
- Possess a commercial pilot certificate and flight instructor certificate, both with rotorcraft category, helicopter class and instrument helicopter ratings, or be a graduate of any DOD rotary wing instructor pilot course for rotary wing aircraft.
- Minimum 1500 hours of flight time as pilot-in-command or second in command.
- 100 hours of hooded instrument, flight simulator instrument, or weather pilot time.
- Proven experience in instructing students in instrument flight training.
- 75 hours of night flying experience.
- 500 hours of instructor time.
- Current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate.
- Weight limit of 250 pounds in flight duty uniform.
- Ability to successfully pass a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).
About Amentum:
Amentum is a leading multi-service contractor, proudly supporting the Department of Defense and other government agencies. We are committed to providing our employees with a challenging and rewarding work environment, fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Amentum is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and we strongly believe in creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We provide equal opportunity for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, ancestry, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, family structure, medical condition, or any other protected category under federal, state, or local law.