AIRCRAFT FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR

About the role

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR, Position Description Number D0640000 and is part of AASF 2, Nebraska Army National Guard.

What you will do

• (1) Plans and implements flight training and instruction for rated pilots and instructor pilots in accordance with the individual needs.
• For a substantial portion of the time, performs one or more of the following: a) trains, instructs and evaluates pilots in operating aircraft using advanced instruments flight techniques, b) instructs pilots in methods of instruction and evaluates instructor pilots proficiency to engage in flight instruction, c) instructs pilots in operating advanced attack helicopters or heavy multi-engine advanced transport helicopters.
• Conducts training flights involving operating an aircraft through reference to instruments and use of automatic direction-finding equipment such as Omni directional radials, ground control approach, and instrument landing systems on and off Federal airways.
• Conduct refresher, mission and continuation combat training in advance attack helicopters involving aggressor and defensive maneuvers and aerial gunnery practice with heavy ordinance and/or trains and instructs pilots in the operation of heavy multi-engine transport helicopters to transport equipment and personnel in combat situations.
• Trains pilots in the full range of aircraft maneuvers required in combat situations.
• Provides instruction in emergency procedures such as loss of propulsion, directional control, or related systems.
• Performs flights in all-weather/environmental conditions, day and night, and using night vision devices.
• Prepares and presents related classroom instruction.
• Recommends whether pilots remain in flight status.
• (2) May conduct refresher, mission and continuation training in light fixed wing or utility and observer helicopters.
• Trains pilots in basic and advanced techniques required to support the pilot's unit mission.
• Conducts training flights involving a substantial degree of hazard such as training helicopter pilots in advanced flight techniques required in combat situations, tactical flying at night in all weather conditions and with the use of night vision devices, flight maneuvers which take advantage of the terrain, low level flight, short field takeoffs and landings flying in formation, evasive maneuvers and emergency procedures involving engine failures and malfunctions of hydraulic and electrical systems over hazardous terrain.
• Performs routine operational flight assignments.
• Transports passengers including dignitaries to and from a variety oi different points.
• As required, performs maintenance test flights of aircraft following repair or maintenance.
• (3) Advises and represents the Commander on all matters concerning aviation/ground safety related to the facility.
• Ensures facility conforms to Public Law in areas of occupational health and safety.
• Plans, organizes, and supervises society activities for all personnel assigned to the facility.
• Publishes and coordinates new and revised directives and procedures designed to promote safety at the facility.
• Reviews these directives and procedures with the supported aviation unit safety offices.
• Acts as the facility liaison officer with all outside safety offices and agencies.
• Coordinates these activities with the Facility Commander.
• (4) Develops, maintains, and rehearses the current accident and pre-accident prevention plans for the aviation facility.
• Conducts facility safety meetings/lectures and establishes a continuing program to promote the Safety Awareness and Accident Prevention Programs.
• Ensures effective implementation and compliance with safety directives issued by higher authority pertaining to the facility and assists the Facility Commander in determining the necessity for and issuance of local supplements.
• (5) Develops and insures maximum distribution of safety literature and materials to all facility personnel.
• Makes available and maintains a file of aviation and ground safety materials, directives, and literature.
• Monitors the safety efforts of the aviation unit safety officers supported by the facility and assists them in the development of their accident prevention programs.
• (6) Receives, investigates, and reports on all alleged facility safety violations and safety related suggestions.
• Monitors technique and proficiency of aircrews in handling weapons, ammunition and POL.
• Inspects physical conditions of facilities for hazards.
• Posts all known hazards and recommends or takes action to eliminate hazards.
• Assists in developing and monitors facility Aviation Life Support Equipment Program.
• Serves as a member of an accident investigation board when ordered.
• (7) Serves as advisor to the facility commander and others on safety concerns or missions such as drug interdiction/eradication supported by the facility.
• (8) Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Education: For Army National Guard Second and First Lieutenants must be actively pursuing an under- graduate degree with at least 90 validated credit hours in a specified program. For Captains and above, must have an undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university.

A Graduate Degree from an accredited civilian academic college or from an equivalent professional military education school is optimum.

Must have Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs OR must have aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools.

How you will be evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. Your answers to the assessment questionnaire will be verified against information provided in your resume and other supporting documentation.

Be sure that your resume clearly supports your responses to all the questions addressing experience and education relevant to this position. In describing your experience, please be clear and specific, we will not make assumptions regarding your experience.

If, after reviewing your resume and supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications or experiences, your rating will be adjusted or you may be excluded from consideration for this position.

Your qualifications will be evaluated against general and specialized experience under the "Qualifications" section and against the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Documents you must provide

• To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1.
• Your resume showing work schedule, hours worked per week, dates (format should include Month and Year) of employment and duties performed.
• Use this link for Resume Tips.
• DA Form 759-1, Individual Flight Record and Flight Certificate - Army 3.
• Other supporting documents (optional) Cover Letter DD-214 SF-50 Transcript

What to expect next

Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. Your application will be evaluated by the Human Resources Office to determine your eligibility for the position. After the evaluation is complete, you will receive another notification regarding the status of your application.

Qualified candidates will be referred to the selecting official in the following order: 1. Fully qualified Area 1 applicants 2. Fully qualified Area 2 applicants 3.

Fully qualified Area 3 applicants APPLICANTS MUST: 1. Prior to appointment, an applicant's military medical record must indicate a completed and current medical physical, flight physical, medical profile, and completed/cleared drug test. 2.

Possess a valid state driver's license to operate government motor vehicles, for the state in which they live or are principally employed, in accordance with Army Vehicle Operations Directives. 3. Qualify to operate government motor vehicles and vehicular equipment for "Maintenance Purposes Only" according to Army Vehicle Maintenance Operations Directives.

The initial cut-off date for first consideration is 11:59 pm, CST, 2 APR 2026; applications received by this date will have the first opportunity for review. Applications received after this date will be given consideration only if there is a need for further review. If further reviews are required, they will occur weekly or until a certificate of eligibles is exhausted.

Additional information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (***).

As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest.

In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: - your performance and conduct; - the needs and interests of the agency; - whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and - whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

Upon completion of your trial period your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.