Helicopter Pilot

Helicopter Jobs; Houston (TX); Presencial; USD 75.000 - 98.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

NASA is seeking qualified pilots with FAA certificates and instructional ratings to support rotary-wing operations and safety-focused training. Candidates should have substantial flight hours and specialized experience related to safe aircraft operations.

The role requires the ability to plan sorties, conduct functional test flights, and deliver classroom instruction on syllabus development for rotary-wing training.

Formación

• Current FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate/License with ratings OR a pilot with ratings from the armed services
• Current FAA Flight Instructor Certificate/License with ratings OR a flight instructor with ratings from the armed services
• Flight hours: 1,500 hours PIC or co-pilot; 250 hours PIC in rotary-wing; 75 hours night; 100 hours in last 12 months
• One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to GS-12 includes: aircraft maintenance, flight operations, and human factors related to safe operation of aircraft
• Minimum of 500 hours of flight instruction directly related to the area of instruction and aircraft category

Responsabilidades

• Participate in aircraft maintenance, flight operations, and evaluation of critical safety issues
• Plan and execute rotary-wing sorties and evaluation activities, including functional test flights
• Conduct classroom instruction on developing, teaching, and assessing syllabi for rotary-wing training

Descripción del empleo

Requirements

Conditions of employment

• This position is open to U.S. citizens, nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
• This position may require a one-year probationary period. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11. **See Additional Information section**
• You must meet qualifications requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• You must be proficient in the English language.
• At the time of initial appointment, you must possess a current FAA first class medical certificate or a military pilot flight physical; OR you must obtain a NASA flight medical certification.
• Position subject to pre-employment background investigation or higher-level clearance. Investigation/Clearance may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.
• Financial Disclosure, Drug Testing, and/or the Travel Requirements for this position may differ and be required based on the duty location/NASA Center requirements.

Qualifications

Specialized experience is experience that has equipped you with the particular ability, skill, and knowledge to successfully perform the duties of this position and is typically in or related to this line of work.

To Qualify For This Position You Must Possess:

• Certificate and Rating:
• A current Federal Aviation Administration Commercial Pilot Certificate/License with ratings OR a pilot with ratings from the armed services; AND
• A current Federal Aviation Administration Flight Instructor Certificate/License with ratings OR a flight instructor with ratings from the armed services
• Flight Hours: A minimum of the following flight time hours:
• 1,500 hours of flight time as pilot-in-command or co-pilot in aircraft of any weight or category, and
• 250 hours pilot-in-command in rotary-wing helicopter, and
• 75 hours of night flying, and
• 100 hours of flight time in the preceding 12 months.
• Specialized experience: One year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level that includes:
• Participating in aircraft maintenance, flight operations, and a wide range of human behavior and its potential for error to evaluate critical issues related to the safe operation of aircraft;
• Participating in the planning and execution of rotary-wing aircraft sorties and evaluation activities, including functional test flights;
• Conducting classroom instruction on developing, teaching, and assessing both academic and on-aircraft syllabus requirements for students training in rotary-wing aircraft.
• Instructor Time Requirement:
• A minimum of 500 hours providing flight instruction directly related to the area of instruction and category of aircraft in the position.

To Receive Proper Consideration, You Must:

• Submit a copy of your pilots license (front and back) with your application AND
• Ensure that your flight hours are indicated in your resume.

Your resume must include a clear and detailed narrative description, in your own words, of how you meet the required specialized experience. Experience statements copied from a position description, vacancy announcement or other reference material constitutes plagiarism and may result in disqualification and losing consideration for the job.

Education

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.

Additional information

Additional selections may be made for similar positions across NASA within the local commuting area(s) of the location(s) identified in this announcement. By applying, you agree to have your application shared with interested selecting official(s) within NASA. CTAP/ICTAP will be cleared for any additional selection from this announcement.

For Purposes Of Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP) Selection Priority, Well-qualified Is Defined As Possessing Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And/or Competencies Which Clearly Exceed The Minimum Qualification Requirements For The Position, As Determined Through SME Review Of The Resume/application. If You Have Special Priority Selection Rights Under ICTAP, You Must:

• Indicate your eligibility when applying for a position.
• Exceed the minimum qualification requirements for the position.
• Submit proof that you meet the requirements for ICTAP as indicated in "Required Documents".

For additional information about CTAP/ICTAP eligibility.

Any applicant that received a Voluntary Separation Incentive Payment (VSIP) from the federal government within the last five years based of the closing date of this announcement, if selected, may be required to repay the full amount prior to establishing a start date. For additional information on the VSIP repayment requirement.

Per Executive Order 14343, this position is not part of a bargaining unit.

Probationary Period

You may be required to serve a one-year probationary period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. If selected, the requirement to serve such period will be determined by Title 5 of the Code of Federal Regulations, Part 11.

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;
• whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service.

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

Additional information

Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.

Benefits

How you will be evaluated

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

Direct Hire Authority: These positions will be filled through the Office of Personnel Management's Direct Hire Authority. Category rating and veterans' preference will not be considered in evaluating applicants. For more information on Direct Hire Authority, please see: OPM Direct Hire Fact Sheet.

Veterans: Under the provisions of Direct Hire Authority, veterans' preference does not apply. However, applicants who are eligible for veterans' preference are encouraged to include that information in their application and submit supporting documentation (i.e. DD-214, or other substantiating documents). For more information please see: Veterans' Preferenceinformation on the FedsHireVets website.

You will be evaluated for this position based on how well you meet the qualifications and eligibility requirements listed in this vacancy announcement. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Overstating your qualifications and/or experience in your application materials or application questionnaire may result in your removal from consideration.

You Will Be Assessed On The Following Competencies

• Advanced Technical Training Design
• Crew Systems and Aviation Operations
• Institutional Aircraft Operations
• Accident Investigation
• Decision Making
• Oral Communication
• Teamwork

NASA considers paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.

NASA will not ask you to disclose criminal history record information during the application process or before we make a conditional/tentative offer of employment. If you apply for this position and are selected, NASA will conduct a suitability/security background investigation after you accept a tentative job offer. If you feel you are asked to disclose your criminal history before you accept a tentative offer and wish to file a complaint within 30 days, please contact: [e-mail].

Required Documents

All submitted resumes must not exceed two (2) pages in length. Resumes longer than two pages will be rejected by USAJOBS.

Applicants are strongly encouraged to prioritize including experience and relevant qualifications that directly align with the position advertised. All work experience and accomplishments must be associated with dates (month/year) to allow for accurate qualification assessment.

A complete application package includes a resume, required documents and completion of the vacancy announcement questionnaire. Please see this guidance: What to include in your resume. Your resume should describe your specialized experience and support your answers to the vacancy announcement questionnaire. If you are using a Curriculum Vitae (CV) as a resume, it must meet all requirements listed above for a complete resume package.

Please note: if any of the following types of information are included on your resume, your application package will be disqualified:

• Classified or government sensitive information.
• Social Security Number (SSN)
• Photos of yourself
• Personal information, such as age, gender, religious affiliation, etc.
• Encrypted and digitally signed documents

If your resume contains any of the above information, you must redact that information prior to the submission of your application.

The Following Documents Are Required

• Professional License
• Professional Certification
• Resume

There may be other supporting documents (licenses, certification, veterans preference, etc.), depending on your answers to the questionnaire and job announcement description, that you may need to submit, please verify your application. Do not submit your OF-306 with your application.

If you are a surplus or displaced employee (CTAP and ICTAP), submit proof that you meet the requirements for CTAP/ICTAP. This includes copies of your agency notice, most recent Performance Rating and most recent Notification of Personnel Action (SF-50) noting current position, grade level, and duty location.

Official documents are required at the time of appointment for verification of eligibility and qualifications.