(AFG-KABUL) RW Pilot, UH1-HII Maintenance Examiner (ME)

Job Summary

The Rotary Wing Maintenance Examiner Pilot assists the Standardization Pilot (SP) with the management of the standardization program. Ensures that all Maintenance Pilots (MP) are fully integrated into the ATP, trains and evaluates MPs and ensures compliance with all Standardization directives, Aircrew Training Manuals, and ATP requirements.

Principal Accountabilities

• Perform operational checks, routine maintenance, and maintenance test flights to ensure the airworthiness of the fleet.


• Monitor flight instruction, to include standardization of maintenance training, annual proficiency reviews and flight evaluations.


• Conduct academic and hands-on performance training and administers evaluations to ensure maintenance pilot proficiency and standardization of training in addition to maintaining individual IATFs and completing AWIS entries.


• Develop and administer examinations to determine the proficiency of rotary-wing maintenance pilots.


• Monitor flight instruction including standardization of maintenance training, annual proficiency reviews, and flight evaluations.


• Report status of crewmember training, proficiency reviews, flight evaluations, currency of certifications and records.


• Oversee maintenance of crewmember flight records, weight and balance calculations, and risk assessments.


• The successful applicant will perform duties as a Pilot, Pilot-in-Command, Maintenance Pilot, Maintenance Examiner, Air Mission Commander, or Flight Lead.


• Develop/and review flight publications and manuals.


• Fly both single and multi-ship day, night, and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) missions; primarily under visual and instrument meteorological conditions; required to maintain NVG currency and Instrument proficiency.


• Perform other qualified duties as assigned.

Knowledge & Skills

• Branch 15 Aviation MOS series or other military/commercial equivalent is required.


• Qualification in assigned aircraft before or incident to assignment.


• Documented completion of a manufacturer’s course of instruction, military flight training or a DoS program of instruction in designated aircraft.


• Demonstrate proficiency and understanding of aircraft systems, components, and operations.


• Thorough knowledge of FAA and ICAO regulations pertinent to operational requirements.


• Complete understanding of the ATP, and as such must be able to provide guidance to maintenance pilots as well as recommendations for improvement and modification to the existing ATP to ensure compliance with current and future mission requirements.


• Must be able to objectively train, evaluate, and document the performance of all MPs, and develops individual flight training plans in support of the organization’s maintenance mission and ATP.


• Graduate certificate from military or commercial maintenance test pilot course is required.


• Possess a current US Passport or the ability to obtain one before assignment.


• Knowledge of Word, PowerPoint, and Excel highly desired.


• Individual must have the ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Defense (DoD) Secret Security Clearance as a condition of employment.


• A current DoD Secret Security Clearance is preferred.

Experience & Education

• 2,000 total rotary wing flight hours including 1,000 hours of turbine engine time.


• Must be Night Vision Goggle (NVG) qualified and have 300 hours of NVG experience.


• At least 300 hours of turbine maintenance pilot time.


• One (1) year experience managing maintenance programs in a formal civilian or military training activity.


• FAA Commercial and Instrument Airman’s Certificate – Rotorcraft helicopter.


• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.


• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.


• Experience using Falcon View or its equivalent is preferred.


• High School Diploma or equivalent is required. College Degree preferred.

Physical Requirements/Working Environment

• Must possess physical dexterity and coordination to qualify for Federal Aviation Administration Commercial Pilot Certificate.


• Must be able to walk and stand on level and/or inclined surfaces for up to twelve (12) hours per day and sit for up to eight (8) hours per day.


• Must be able to perform rated crewmember duties during mission operations.


• Must be able to distinguish color and judge three-dimensional depth.


• Must be able to routinely climb/descend stairs.


• Must be able to read and interpret newspaper and typewritten print, maps, aeronautical charts, and weather charts.


• Must be able to crouch, crawl, routinely grasp or handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbows/knees and reach above/below shoulders.


• Must be able to see aircraft in flight, read dials/gauges, identify small objects and hand tools.


• Must be physically capable of climbing vertical ladders or built-in aircraft steps.


• May be required to lift up to 50 pounds to a height of four (4) feet and be required to lift up to 20 pounds to a height of seven (7) feet.


• Potential for exposure to hostile fire in this region is high.


• Individual must be able to travel to and between remote locations in austere and/or hostile environments.


• May be required to respond to a wide variety of operational circumstances, including extreme weather conditions and rudimentary infrastructure.


• May be exposed to extreme noise from turbine and jet engine aircraft.


• May be exposed to fumes, gas, airborne particles, chemical mist, vapors, ultra-violet and infrared radiation.


• May be exposed to electrical shock hazards or work near moving mechanical parts, vehicles or aircraft.

Travel

• Travel to and between CONUS and OCONUS locations as requested is required.

Disclaimer

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

EXECUTIVE ORDER 11246 Prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, sex, color, religion, or national origin and requires affirmative action to ensure that applicants are employed, and employees treated, without regard to race, sex, color, genetic information, religion, or national origin. (Enforcement Agency: U.S. Department of Labor, Office of Federal Contract Compliance Programs).

Primary Location: AFGHANISTAN-OCONUS-KABUL

Job Posting: May 30, 2016, 1:41:34 PM

Unposting Date: Ongoing

Req ID: INL-1601871

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