HELICOPTER PILOT (TITLE 32)

Army National Guard Units; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 156,000; Full time

Job summary

Army National Guard Units in Illinois seeks a Helicopter Pilot (Title 32) to pilot UH-60V aircraft in support of the geographical area missions and functions. Duties include conducting reconnaissance and observation flights, transporting cargo and passengers, operating from varied landing strips, and participating in aviation standardization and training.

A Secret clearance is required, with applications closing 2027-08-19.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university is optimum.
• FAA civilian aviation certifications or military aviation certifications required.

Responsibilities

• Pilot UH-60V helicopters in support of National Guard missions.
• Conduct reconnaissance and observation flights.
• Provide transportation of cargo and passengers.
• Operate from various landing strips of varying sizes.
• Participate in aviation standardization, accident boards, and flight evaluations.
• Perform maintenance checks and test flights as required.
• Lead training and evaluation of pilots at the lower level.
• Engage in all-weather search and rescue operations.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Undergraduate degree (optimum)

FAA civilian aviation certifications or military aviation certifications

Job description

• Hiring Agency: Army National Guard Units

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a HELICOPTER PILOT (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D2929000 and is part of the IL AASF 2, National Guard.

Key Responsibilities

As a HELICOPTER PILOT (TITLE 32), GS-2181-11/12, you will pilot Utility Helicopters (UH-60V) in support of the missions and functions of the geographical area. Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Conduct reconnaissance and observation flights.

Provide transportation of cargo and transporting passengers, among a variety of familiar destinations Routinely operate with short takeoffs and landing capability, in all types of weather, day, and night over a variety of terrains and open bodies of water. Serve as a member of a board pertaining to aviation accidents, flight evaluation, collateral investigations, standardization, and federal recognition.

Conduct test flights and checks all systems in connection with maintenance actions and take necessary action to correct malfunctions Conduct flight checks following repairs, maintenance, or installation of approved aircraft system modifications. Perform maintenance operation checks (MOCs) and general test flights of aircraft to ensure airworthiness upon completion of extensive disassembly for maintenance, repair or replacement of components or aircraft systems.

Perform general test flights of aircraft upon completion of extensive disassembly, reassembly, and maintenance, repair, or replacement of parts where tests cannot determine the safe and or proper functioning of aircraft components or systems. Participate in all-weather search and rescue operations utilizing a thorough knowledge of the terrain features of the geographical area. Provide training and evaluating pilots at the lower level.

Operate from various types of landing strips which may be isolate or restricted in size. Versed in advanced flight techniques such as flying outside of the recommended weight/velocity profile, close formation flying, operating at night in all weather conditions.

Requirements & Education

You must meet the following education requirements to qualify for this position: High school diploma or general education development (GED) diploma. An undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university is optimum. Must have Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs or must have aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools.

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 $100158 – $156064/yr.

What security clearance is required?

This position requires a Secret security clearance.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2027-08-19.

Who is eligible to apply?

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