FLIGHT ENGINEER (INSTRUCTOR)

Army National Guard Units

Rochester, NYFull-time$68–89K/yrPosted 2w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
$68–89K/yr
Location
Rochester, NY
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Secret Security ClearanceSecret clearance

Job overview

Army National Guard Units is hiring a FLIGHT ENGINEER (INSTRUCTOR). The National Guard seeks a Flight Engineer (Instructor) to instruct and perform flight crew duties on heavy multi‑engine aircraft such as the CH‑47 Chinook and UH‑60 Black Hawk, supporting missions including combat lift, rescue, and disaster response. Candidates must have at least 12 months of flight engineer experience and obtain a Secret security clearance.

Key focus areas include Instruct flight crew on aircraft systems and safety procedures, Perform pre‑flight and post‑flight inspections, and Compute weight and balance for missions.

Important skills include Aircraft Weight And Balance Computations, Aircraft Performance Data Analysis, Aircraft Records Maintenance, Aircraft Systems Knowledge, Standard Aircrew Duties, and Aircraft Systems Troubleshooting.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Aircraft Weight and Balance ComputationsAircraft Performance Data AnalysisAircraft Records MaintenanceAircraft Systems KnowledgeStandard Aircrew DutiesAircraft Systems TroubleshootingPre‑Flight InspectionPost‑Flight InspectionSling Load OperationsHoist OperationsCrew Training and InstructionSafety ProceduresFlight Operations PlanningFlight Record KeepingMaintenance Discrepancy CoordinationCH‑47 Chinook OperationUH‑60 Black Hawk OperationHeavy Multi‑Engine Aircraft Operation

Qualifications

12+ Months Flight Engineer or NRCM Experience on Cargo or Utility AircraftFlight Instructor QualificationAttend and Complete Approved Flight Instructor Course Within One YearSecret Security Clearance

Full job description

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a FLIGHT ENGINEER (INSTRUCTOR), Position Description Number D0606000 and is part of the ARMY AVIATION SUPPORT FACILITY 2, National Guard. This vacancy does not meet the criteria for appointment of annuitants. Military Grades: Enlisted GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Experience which has provided the applicant with a knowledge of aircraft weight and balance computations; aircraft performance data; aircraft records maintenance; and aircraft systems. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Must have at least 12 months of experience as a Flight Engineer or Non-Rated Crew Member (NRCM) on cargo or utility aircraft. Flight Instructor qualification is preferred; otherwise, the candidate must be able to attend and successfully complete an approved Flight Instructor Course within one year of appointment. Must have experience performing standard aircrew duties, operating and troubleshooting essential aircraft systems in coordination with the pilot, performing pre-flight and post-flight inspections, computing weight and balance, and executing specialized mission operations such as sling (external) loads or hoist operations. Experience must include assisting in the training, familiarization, and instruction of crew members on aircraft systems, safety procedures, and flight operations. Candidates with prior experience serving as a formal flight instructor or examiner-including planning aircrew training programs, assessing training records, and administering flight evaluations-are highly preferred. Must have experience maintaining operational flight records and coordinating maintenance discrepancies with maintenance personnel. As a Flight Engineer (Instructor), GS-2185-10, you will instruct and perform flight crew work supporting heavy multi engine aircraft, and to provide assistance to the pilot in the overall operation of the aircraft. Primary aircraft include CH 47 Chinook medium-lift transport helicopter, and/or UH 60A/L/M Black Hawk transport helicopter. The aircrafts missions include combat service support airlift for movement of heavy supplies, vehicles, aircraft and equipment, troop air assaults, extractions and resupply of troops, and aeromedical evacuations, search and rescue, ice break, mine sweep, and air support of national disasters and state contingencies. Security clearance required: Secret

Education Education requirements - Not applicable for this position

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