Helicopter Flight Instructor (CH-47F)
U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command
Posted: December 16, 2025 (30 days ago)
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U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command
Department of the Army
Location
Fort Rucker, Alabama
Salary
$105,383 - $137,000
per year
Type
Full Time
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Base salary range: $74,441 - $96,770
Typical requirements: 1 year specialized experience at GS-11. Advanced degree + significant experience.
Note: Actual salary includes locality pay (15-40%+ depending on location).
This job involves training and evaluating pilots on UH-60 helicopter maintenance test flights, including classroom teaching and hands-on instruction at Fort Rucker, Alabama. It supports the U.S.
Army's aviation training center by ensuring pilots meet safety and proficiency standards.
A good fit would be an experienced helicopter pilot with strong teaching skills and a background in military or aviation instruction.
This is a Direct Hire Authority (DHA) solicitation utilizing the DHA for Certain Personnel of the DoD Workforce to recruit and appoint qualified candidates to positions in the competitive service.
About the Position: This position is located at Ft. Rucker, Alabama, home of the United States Army Aviation Center of Excellence.
Fort Rucker is located in the "Wiregrass" area in Southeast Alabama, surrounded by Enterprise, Ozark and Daleville.
Who May Apply: US Citizens In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below.
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social).
You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience.
Applications will be reviewed and referred for selection. This announcement will be closed when a selection has been made.
Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience which includes: (1) instructing rated and non-rated pilots in maintenance test flight procedures in the UH-60 helicopter; (2) instructing and evaluating pilots in basic and advanced test flight task such as maneuvers, aircraft systems and limitations for the UH-60; (3) conducting classroom instruction concerning the UH-60 aircraft systems and operating procedures; and (4) monitoring standardization requirements, recommend changes in lesson plans, program of instruction, training methods and techniques.
This definition of specialized experience is typical of work performed at the next lower grade/level position in the federal service (GS-12).
Certifications: This position requires you possess the appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Pilot Certificates, FAA Flight Instructor Certificate and/or appropriate military rating.
Do you possess the appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Pilot Certificates, FAA Flight Instructor Certificate and/or appropriate military rating. (MUST attach a copy front & back).
Minimum Flight Hours Requirement: Total Flight Hours- 1500 Pilot in Command - 250 Night Flying - 75 Flying Time in the Last 12 Months - 100 Instructor Hours - 500 Heavy Helicopter Hours - 500 (Up to 250 hours flying time acquired in heavy multi-engine airplanes may be substituted) Instrument Hours - 75 Actual Weather- 10 (Must attach a copy of official flight records such as DA-759, DA-759-1, or equivalent.
Major Duties:
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