FLIGHT ENGINEER (INSTRUCTOR)

Army National Guard Units; Davenport (IA); On-site; USD 69,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Army National Guard Units in Davenport, IA seeks a Flight Engineer (Instructor) at GS-2185-10 to provide instruction and evaluation for aircrew training on ground and flight operations. The role covers planning, execution, and assessment of training with emphasis on aircraft systems, loading, and safety procedures.

The position requires current military status with the Iowa Army National Guard and a Secret clearance. Salary is posted with a range, and the deadline is 2026-10-16 for applications.

Qualifications

• Must be current Military member of Iowa Army National Guard.
• Flight Engineer Instructor duties require instruction, evaluation and examination on ground and operational flights.
• Proficient in aircrew training programs, safety procedures, and weight/balance calculations.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and evaluates aircrew during ground and flight training.
• Prepares course outlines and schedules initial, refresher and continuation training.
• Teaches operation of major aircraft systems, flight planning, loading, and emergency procedures.
• Maintains records of training progress, evaluations, and publications.

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Army National Guard Units

IOWA ARMY NATIONAL GUARD - TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION This position is restricted to current Military members of the Iowa Army National Guard. LOCATION: AASF 3, Davenport, IA

Key Responsibilities

As a FLIGHT ENGINEER (INSTRUCTOR), GS-2185-10 your duties are below. Serves as instructor/flight examiner providing instruction, evaluation and examination on ground and operational training flights to develop and upgrade skills of aircrew members. Applying knowledge of the full range of aircrew duties and responsibilities, methods of instruction and requirements of the program, performs standardization.

currency, instrument, proficiency, tactical, emergency and special tasks evaluation flights. Ensures prescribed programs of instruction for aircrew training is adequately covered in terms of course content, coverage, and scope of material presented. Adapts instruction to proficiency level of individuals being rated.

Performs the following typical tasks: Assesses newly assigned individuals' level of experience and training through review of training records and/or proficiency flight evaluation to determine proficiency and skill status. Plans and conducts aircrew training program. Prepares formal course outlines. Schedules and conducts initial, refresher and continuing training, (including ground and flight instruction, procedures training).

Provides training on in-flight planning and coordination responsibilities, operating principles and characteristics of major aircraft systems; aircraft parameters, operational/mission requirements, equipment systems operation/and troubleshooting, proper and correct methods of performing aircrew duties, e.g., use of aircraft performance charts, computation and aircraft weight and balance, techniques of aircraft internal loading, forms and records completion, arm and hand signals, ground handling of aircraft, use of ground equipment, techniques of normal and rapid (hot) refueling, armament rearming, passenger briefing, sling(external) loads, hoist operations, observer duties, and emergency procedures.

Administers evaluation and determines examinees proficiency to perform duties as a crew member. Performs a variety of administrative functions associated with administration of the enlisted aircrew training program. Ensures all necessary course materials and training aids are available, technical and related publications are current, keeping crew members informed of pertinent changes.

May perform duties of Flight Engineer which includes utilizing a knowiedge of major aircraft systems associated with heavy multiengine aircraft. The interrelationships among these systems and capabilities of the aircraft.

Incumbent provides assistance to the pilot in preflight planning, monitoring adherence to flight plan, and operating alrcraft engines and a wide variety of aircraft control systems, e.g., engine, fuel, electrical, hydraulic, fire suppression, environmental, pressurization throughout the flight. Incumbent inspects condition and readiness of aircraft, accompanies pilots on preflight/in-flight inspections and aircraft test flights and operational checks.

Operates and monitors aircraft control devices and indicators. Determines and monitors factors and data affecting performance of aircraft, such as temperature, altitude, humidity, field conditions, configuration and weight of aircraft, on aircraft takeoff, filght and landing, and keeps pilot informed. Computes fuel and cargo load, and weights and balance factors.

Prepares for combination loads determining placement of cargo and passengers within weight and balance limitations. Prior to takeoff, insures cargo is properly secured, and proper publications andemergency equipment are aboard as required. Uses, inspects, and maintains aircraft installed mission equipment such as recovery hardware, slings, litters, etc. Assists in familiarizing crew members with operating procedures.

Indoctrinates crew by briefing on mission equipment and use of life support equipment and safety emergency procedures. Ensures carry-on weapons are cleared and cafeé and that loose equipment, baggage and passengers are secured. Reports operational progress to pilot. During flight, updates and records in-f1ight performance data, observes warning indicators for system failure or malfunction performing aircraft systems operational checks.

Operates test and troubleshooting systems. Assesses and diagnoses problems or malfunctions, reports abnormal conditions to pilot, and initiates corrective and/or emergency action. Provides direction to pilot during ground maneuvers. Directs off loading of cargo. Maintains records of operational equipment indicating flights, repairs, maintenance and Inspections; coordinates with maintenance personnel on activities on discrepancies requiring action.

May assist the pilot on the operation of communications/navigation equipment, performing basic navigation and map reading and checklist reading, Provides dipection and operational progress to pilot regarding maneuvering the aircraft over objects for hoist and sling operations and in securing and releasing external cargo loads. Performs other duties as assigned D0606

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Army National Guard Units, Department of the Army.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $69056 – $89767/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-16.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Nguard' hiring path.