Helicopter Pilot (Title 32) (Indefinite)

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THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.

This National Guard position is for a Helicopter Pilot (Title 32) (Indefinite), Position Description Number D2930000 and is part of the VA AASF, National Guard.

NOTE: Qualifications are based on breadth/level of experience.

In addition to describing duties performed, applicants must provide the exact date of each period of employment (from MM/DD/YY to MM/DD/YY) add the number of hours worked per week if part time.

As qualifications determinations cannot be made when resumes do not include the required information, failure to provide this information may result in disqualification.

Applicants are encouraged to use the USAJOBS Resume Builder to develop their federal resume.

NOTE: All job seekers will be required to limit their resumes to 2 pages in length when applying for job opportunity announcements (JOAs) NOTE: This position is being advertised as an indefinite appointment and applicant selected may be released at any time subject to a 30 day notice, and advised of his/her rights and benefits to which entitled.

In the event a permanent employee is accepted for this indefinite position, there will be a change in their tenure from permanent to indefinite.

Indefinite appointments may be made permanent at a later date without competition.

WHO CAN APPLY: GROUP I - All qualified Male/Female Warrant Officers (W1/WO1 - W4/CW4) or Commissioned Officer (O1/2LT-O3/CPT) currently employed (permanent) in the Virginia Army National Guard Military Technician Program.

GROUP II - All qualified Virginia Army National Guard Male/Female Warrant Officers (W1/WO1 - W4/CW4) or Commissioned Officer (O1/2LT-O3/CPT) regardless of employment status (Traditional, Military Technician or AGR).

To be considered as a Group II applicant, proof of appointment/enlistment in the Virginia National Guard must be attached if the appointment/enlistment occurred within 60 days prior to, or during, the advertisement period.

Group III - Individuals eligible for membership in the Virginia Army National Guard Military Grades: Warrant Officers (W1/WO1 - W4/CW4) or Commissioned Officer (O1/2LT-O3/CPT) GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have experience, training, or knowledge that provides you a competent understanding of the occupation's basic principles and concepts SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have at least 12 months of specialized experience, equivalent to at least the GS-09 level, or equivalent pay band in other pay systems in the Federal government?

This experience may also have been obtained in the private sector, but must demonstrate that it is comparable to the GS grade indicated.

This experience must include activities such as: Experience in civilian or military aviation programs.

Experience, training, or knowledge providing the competence to review and analyze mission tasks, intelligence, and weather information.

Experience including aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, and equipment assessments.

Experience in flight theory, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, mission tactics, and operating procedures. Major Duties:

As a Helicopter Pilot (Title 32), GS-2181-11/12, you will perform the following duties: Under the instruction and guidance of the pilot in Command, the incumbent co-pilots a variety of one or more of the following helicopters: Attack Helicopter (AH-64); Cargo Helicopter (CH-47); Utility Helicopter (UH-60 series), (LUH-72 series) and others when assigned.

Routinely operates with short takeoffs and landing capability and may be required to perform these duties in all types of weather, day, and night over a variety of terrains and open bodies of water.

Flights are made using landing facilities ranging from modern, improved airport with paved runways and navigational aids to unimproved strips of remote, isolated villages.

This position will be required to make reconnaissance and observation flights as needed.

Makes test flights and checks all systems in connection with maintenance actions and takes necessary action to correct malfunctions.

Participates in all-weather search and rescue operations as required utilizing a thorough knowledge of the terrain features of the geographical area.

The ability to fly over unfavorable terrain primarily under visual flight conditions. Conducts flight checks following repairs, maintenance, or installation of approved aircraft system modifications.

Responsible for transportation of cargo and transporting passengers, among a variety of familiar destinations Under the supervision of the Pilot in Command, performs Maintenance Operations Checks (MOCs); completes general or limited test flights of aircraft upon completion of extensive disassembly, reassembly, and maintenance, repair, or replacement of parts where tests cannot determine the safe and or proper functioning of aircraft components or systems; and ensures the airworthiness component or aircraft systems.

Assists in acceptance test flights of new aircraft when required.

May serve as a member of a board pertaining to aviation accidents, flight evaluation, collateral investigations, standardization, and federal recognition. Performs other duties as assigned.