FLIGHT ENGINEER INSTRUCTOR

Army National Guard Units

Eastover (SC)

On-site

USD 68,000 - 88,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

Army National Guard Units in South Carolina is seeking a Flight Engineer Instructor to train flight crews for heavy multiengine aircraft at the AASF. The role involves preflight planning, flight operation support, and weight/balance calculations to ensure safe missions.

Candidates must be eligible for a Secret clearance and understand aircraft systems used on CH-54, CH-47, and UH-60 platforms. The incumbent will instruct, monitor, and record flight performance, assist pilots during takeoff,

Qualifications

Experience as flight engineer or instructor on heavy multiengine aircraft is preferred.
Secret clearance is required.
Knowledge of major aircraft systems for heavy multiengine aircraft.

Responsibilities

Instruct and perform flight crew work supporting heavy multiengine aircraft.
Assist the pilot in preflight planning and during flights.
Compute fuel, cargo weight, and balance; monitor takeoff/landing performance.
Maintain records of flight operations and equipment.
Assist in hoist operations and external cargo handling.

Skills

Flight instruction

Aircraft systems

Preflight planning

Fuel, weight & balance

Operational controls & indicators

Tools

Test & troubleshooting systems

Aircraft control systems

Job description

Hiring Agency: Army National Guard Units

This is a National Guard Title 32 Excepted position for a FLIGHT ENGINEER INSTRUCTOR, Position Description Number PDD0606000, and is part of the SC AASF, South Carolina Army National Guard.

Key Responsibilities

This position is located at the Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF), Training Operations Branch. The purpose of the position is to 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 54 Tarbe medium-lift helicopter, CH 47 Chinook medium-lift transport helicopter, and/or UH 60A 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. Performs duties of Flight Engineer which includes utilizing a knowledge 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 aircraft 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, flight 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 and emergency 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 cafe and that loose equipment, baggage and passengers are secured. Reports operational progress to pilot.

During flight, updates and records in-f1 ight 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 operational progress to pilot regarding maneuvering the aircraft over objects for hoist and sling operations and in securing and releasing external cargo loads.

Requirements & Education

Substitution of Education for Specialized Experience: None

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 $67970 – $88356/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-10-23.

Who is eligible to apply?

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