Amentum | Instructor

Instructor Pilot – U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence, Fort Novosel, Alabama

Amentum, in partnership with the U.S. Army, seeks highly qualified and experienced Instructor Pilots to join its renowned training program at the U.S. Army Aviation Center of Excellence, Fort Novosel, Alabama. This critical role involves shaping the future of Army aviation by providing comprehensive flight instruction to undergraduate student pilots. Successful candidates will guide students through rigorous training, preparing them for the demands of diverse and challenging operational environments.

Responsibilities:

The Instructor Pilot will deliver comprehensive flight instruction in the UH-72 helicopter, encompassing both theoretical and practical aspects. This includes simulator training, aviation theory, and in-flight instruction, ensuring students meet the highest standards of competency. A key component of this role is fostering leadership development within the student pilot population, preparing them for future leadership roles within the Army. The position demands dedication, meticulous attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to safety – a cornerstone of Amentum's training program, boasting over 2.3 million hours of flight instruction with an unparalleled safety record. Instruction will be conducted across a vast training area encompassing more than 40,000 square miles, across multiple shifts.

Qualifications:

• Possession of an ICAO equivalent or FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate and an ICAO equivalent or FAA Flight Instructor Certificate with rotorcraft category, helicopter class, and instrument helicopter ratings on both certificates; or graduation from a DOD rotary wing instructor pilot course for rotary wing aircraft.
• Minimum 1500 hours total flight time as pilot-in-command or second-in-command (per FAR 61.51 or AR 95-1).
• 100 hours of hooded instrument, flight simulator instrument, or weather pilot time.
• Proven experience instructing students in instrument flight training.
• 75 hours of night flying.
• 500 hours of instructor time.
• Current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate (prior to commencing training).
• Maximum weight of 250 pounds in flight duty uniform.
• Successful completion of a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI).

Additional Considerations:

Employment is contingent upon U.S. Government approval and adherence to a 12-month Employee Training Agreement. Amentum is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion. We provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to a vital national security mission, working alongside a team of highly skilled professionals within a dynamic and rewarding environment.