Training Pilot – Rotary Wing

Employment and Social Development Canada; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 129,000 - 151,000; Full time

Job summary

The Training Pilots report to the Chief, Rotary Wing Training for training duties. Rotary Wing Training Pilots are responsible for conducting pilot ground, simulator and flight training and checking on assigned aircraft types and for assigned ground and flight training at headquarters and at regional bases.

They will be qualified as PIC on at least one ASD helicopter type and may act as relief pilot in the regions, with extensive qualifications required for security clearance and travel.

Qualifications

• At least 3000 hours as helicopter pilot with 2000 hours PIC in turbine helicopters.
• 500 hours on multi-engine helicopters including 100 hours PIC.
• Minimum 200 hours instrument time with 100 hours PIC.

Responsibilities

• Conduct pilot ground, simulator and flight training for assigned aircraft types.
• Draft SOPs, checklists, training syllabi and support material for approval.
• Act as PIC or check pilot on assigned aircraft during training and testing.

Skills

Pilot-in-Command experience

Training pilot experience

Instruction and syllabus development

Regulations knowledge

Flight training delivery

Oral and written communication

Education

Secondary school diploma or equivalent

Postsecondary diploma/degree considered

Job description

National Defence- Canadian Coast Guard – Aircraft Services Directorate

Selection process number
26-DND-EA-CCG-683629

Salary
$128,846 to $151,123

Level
AO-CAI-03

Who can apply
Persons residing in Canada, and Canadian citizens and Permanent residents abroad.

Organization information
For further information on the organization, please visit National Defence .

Duties

The Training Pilots report to the Chief, Rotary Wing Training for training duties. Rotary Wing Training Pilots are responsible for conducting pilot ground, simulator and flight training and checking on assigned aircraft types and for assigned ground and flight training at headquarters and at regional bases. The Rotary Wing Training Pilots are also responsible for the following:

• Acting as PIC and/or Company Approved Check Pilot on assigned aircraft types.
• Performing classroom instruction, as required.
• Conducting flight and simulator training on assigned aircraft types.
• Under the direction of the Chief, Rotary Wing Training, drafting standard operating procedures, checklists, training syllabi and other support material for approval by CP.
• Acting as PIC on special flights and conduct flight tests on ASD aircraft after overhaul, major repair, or modification.

Work environment

The Canadian Coast Guard is a special operating agency within the Department of National Defence. We work to ensure the safety of mariners in Canadian waters and protect Canada’s marine environment. We are proud to celebrate our diversity and our commitment to values and ethics – we recognize our employees for a variety of achievements, including Excellence in Values and Innovation, and offer wide-ranging career opportunities.

The Canadian Coast Guard Aircraft Services Directorate specifically provides critical safety and security services to Canadians. We operate a diverse fleet of fixed- and rotary wing aircraft across Canada and internationally. Our helicopters are a key part of the Canadian Coast Guard's response capability and assist with a wide range of operations, programs, and services, including Aids to Navigation, Marine Communication and Traffic Servies, Icebreaking, Environmental Response, Search and rescue, Science and Conservation and protection. The Rotary Wing Training Pilot is part of our training team and supports the Chief Rotary Wing Training Pilot in the service delivery of safe and efficient training operations. Amongst others, this involves conducting pilot ground, simulator and flight training and checking on assigned aircraft types at the ASD headquarters and at regional bases. They will be qualified and remain current as Pilot-in-command on at least one of ASD’s helicopter types and may act as a relief pilot on ASD aircraft in the regions.

What do we offer?

At DND we foster a work environment where employees have opportunities to grow, learn, progress in their careers, and have job satisfaction over the long-term. You’ll enjoy:

• A career among a dynamic and dedicated team
• Opportunities for advancement
• A diverse, respectful, and inclusive work environment
• A total benefits package including a competitive salary, health and dental insurance plans, pension plan and a variety of leave entitlements

Intent of the process

The intent of this process is to fill two (2) positions on an indeterminate (permanent) basis in Ottawa, ON. A pool of partially or essentially qualified candidates may be established through this process and used to staff identical or similar positions with various language profiles, operational requirements, and conditions of employment at the Department of National Defence.

Positions to be filled

2

Conditions of employment

Secret security clearance -

• Strict adherence to the Department of National Defence and Canadian Forces Code of Values and Ethics - Canada.ca, Values and Ethics Code for the Public Sector- Canada.ca, Directive on Conflict of Interest- Canada.ca, and DAOD 7021-1, Conflict of Interest - Canada.ca.
• Able to obtain a Restricted Area Identification Card (RAIC).
• Possess and maintain a valid driver’s license.
• Possess and maintain a valid Canadian Passport.
• Possess and maintain a class 1 Aviation Medical.
• Willing and able to travel to local, national and international destinations.
• Willing and able to work in an aviation environment with exposure to noise, fumes, other aviation related hazards.
• Willing and able to work overtime on short notice.
• Candidates must be willing and able to complete Helicopter Underwater Egress Training (HUET).
• Possession of a valid Canadian Commercial Pilot License - Helicopter Category with a valid Group IV Instrument Rating.
• Possession of a valid Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).
• Possession of a valid Category 1 aviation medical.
• Possession of a Helicopter Night Rating.

Some travel to remote or isolated locations

You need (essential for the job)

Your application must clearly explain how you meet the following

EDUCATION
A secondary school diploma or employer-approved alternatives (see Note 1).

Note 1: The employer-approved alternatives to a secondary school diploma are:
A satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; or
An acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience.

Candidates who already meet both of the following criteria must be accepted as meeting the secondary school diploma requirement:
Candidates who have achieved a satisfactory score on the Public Service Commission test approved as an alternative to a secondary school diploma; and
Candidates who have been appointed or deployed for an indeterminate period to a position in the AO group.

The opportunity to be assessed by at least one of the two employer-approved alternatives must be offered to candidates who have not previously met the secondary school diploma requirement.

Candidates who were appointed or deployed on an indeterminate basis using an acceptable combination of education, training and/or experience meet the secondary school requirement for the AO group only and must be reassessed for entry to other classifications on the basis of this alternative.

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION:

• Possession of a valid Canadian Commercial Pilot License - Helicopter Category with a valid Group IV Instrument Rating.
• Possession of a valid Restricted Radio-Telephone Operator Certificate (endorsed Aeronautical).
• Possession of a valid Category 1 aviation medical.
• Possession of a Helicopter Night Rating.

EXPERIENCE

• At least 3000 hours of experience as a helicopter pilot including at least 2000 hours as Pilot-in-Command in a variety of turbine powered helicopters.
• At least 500 hours of experience on multi-engine helicopters including at least 100 hours as Pilot-in-Command on multi-engine helicopters.
• Minimum of 200 hours of instrument time where 100 hours PIC will be actual instrument flight time in helicopters.
• Experience as a training pilot.
• Experience in external load operations.
• Experience in the delivery of in cockpit helicopter flight training.

Applied / assessed at a later date

KNOWLEDGE

• Knowledge of the Canadian Aviation Regulations and Standards governing the operations of VFR and IFR helicopter operations.
• Knowledge of teaching methods employed in helicopter training.
• Knowledge of helicopters aerodynamics and common aircraft systems.

ABILITIES

• Ability to develop, organize and direct training programs.
• Ability to prepare and deliver effective presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally.
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing.

PERSONAL SUITABILITY

• Demonstrating Integrity and Respect
• Effective Interpersonal Relationships
• Collaborating with Partners and Stakeholders
• Reliability
• Initiative
• Judgment
• Achieving Results

Language requirements (essential for the job)

May be applied / assessed at a later date

ASSET QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• Graduation with an acceptable degree or diploma from a recognized postsecondary institution.

OCCUPATIONAL CERTIFICATION

• Possession of a valid Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot License - Helicopter Category with valid Group 4 Instrument Rating.

EXPERIENCE

• Experience as a Training Pilot in a Commercial Helicopter Operation.
• Experience as a simulator instructor.
• Experience with Aviation Night-Vision Goggle operations.
• Experience with modern avionics and navigation systems (glass cockpit).
• Previous experience in the development and delivery of helicopter training course syllabi and lesson plans.
• Experience with, or knowledge of, Computer-Based Learning Management and Qualification Management systems.
• Endorsed and experienced on either the Bell 412 or Bell 429.
• Current or previous qualification as a Transport Canada Approved Check Pilot, or Canadian military or foreign equivalent.
• Ability to conduct Risk assessments in an aviation environment.
• Experienced in confined area and unimproved landing zone operations.
• Fire suppression qualified: Initial Attack, Bambi Bucket, long-line support.
• Arctic and remote operations experience (350+ hrs).
• Experience in vertical reference external load operations.

Organizational Needs

• The Department of National Defence is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive team that reflects Canada's population. To achieve a representative workforce, selection may be based on qualified candidates self-declaring as belonging to one or more of the designated groups: Indigenous Peoples, members of visible minorities, persons with disabilities, and women.
• We encourage you to indicate if you belong to any of the designated groups when you apply.
• As means to support our military families, consideration may first be given to the spouses or common-law partners of serving Canadian Armed Forces (CAF) members.

Our commitment

We're committed to providing an inclusive and barrier-free work environment, starting with the hiring process. If you need to be accommodated during any phase of the evaluation process, please contact the hiring organization below to request specialized accommodation. All information received in relation to accommodation will be kept confidential.

The Public Service of Canada is committed to building a skilled and diverse workforce that reflects the population it serves. We promote employment equity and encourage you to self-declare if you belong to one of the designated employment equity groups when you apply.

Preference will be given to veterans first, followed by Canadian citizens and permanent residents, with the exception of jobs located in Nunavut or Yukon. For positions located in Nunavut, qualified Inuit enrolled under the Nunavut Agreement will be appointed first. For positions located in Yukon, qualified Yukon First Nations will be appointed first, followed by qualified Indigenous persons.

We'd like to thank all those who apply. However, only the people selected for further consideration will be contacted.