HH-60 FCF Pilot

Gauss Management Research & Engineering; Moody (AL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Life insurance

Job summary

Gauss Management Research & Engineering is seeking an HH-60G FCF Pilot to support the USAF AAFES at Moody AFB. You will perform functional and operational check flights, maintenance flight tests, and oversee flight operations and reporting, ensuring airworthiness and safety on site.

The role requires prior HH-60W G/W qualification, active SECRET clearance, and the ability to deploy with USAF personnel. You will manage documentation and participate in flight training and qualification tasks.

Qualifications

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

Responsibilities

• System checkout during ground and flight operations and post-maintenance Functional Check Flight (FCF) as required.
• Perform other ground runs and maintenance flights as directed by the RQS/CC and support post-modification flight test activities as directed by the SPO, ACC, or MAJCOM.
• May accompany USAF personnel on deployments to perform FCFs and related tasks.
• May be tasked to perform instructional duties to support USAF personnel with basic aircraft currency or basic FCF qualification training.
• Perform specific maneuvers during daylight visual conditions with a minimum of a three-man crew to evaluate aircraft systems.
• Night flights may be conducted under nighttime visual flight rules to evaluate cockpit NVIS lighting.
• Ferry flights may be conducted under day or night Instrument Flight Rules.
• Monthly Task Status Report (MTSR).
• Ensure required documentation is completed/updated (e.g., Form 644s, Training Folder, FEF, etc.).
• Responsible for overall contractor safety and flight operations.
• Designated as the local CRO and Single Point of Contact.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Analytical skills

Leadership

Task prioritization

Stress resilience

Professional appearance

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Description

JOB SUMMARY

This position supports the AAFES for PR (ACC FCF) at Moody AFB.

• The HH-60G FCF Pilot supports/performs Functional Check Flights (FCFs), Operational Check Flights (OCFs), maintenance flight tests, Acceptance Test Profiles (ATPs), and aircraft recoveries or deliveries IAW T.O. 1H-60(H)G/W-6CF-1 and T.O. IH-60(H)G/W-6CL-1, as appropriate. Along with the above duties, the Pilot is responsible for contributing all FCF reports, paperwork and overall safety and management of the local ground and flight operations as required by the HH-60 FCF site lead.
• FCF flights are required after certain repairs have been completed to ensure the aircraft is airworthy and mission capable. FCFs are very time consuming and detailed.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• System checkout during ground and flight operations and post-maintenance Functional Check Flight (FCF) as required.
• Perform other ground runs and maintenance flights as directed by the RQS/CC and support post-modification flight test activities as directed by the SPO, ACC, or MAJCOM.
• May be requested to accompany USAF personnel on deployments to perform FCFs and related tasks.
• May be tasked to perform instructional duties to support USAF personnel with basic aircraft currency (i.e., takeoff/landing, instrument approach and emergency procedure training) or basic FCF qualification training.
• Perform specific maneuvers during daylight visual conditions with a minimum of a three-man crew (two (2) pilots and one (1) engineer) that will permit the evaluation of all aircraft systems.
• Night flights may be conducted under nighttime visual flight rules and visual meteorological conditions to evaluate cockpit night vision imaging systems lighting.
• Ferry flights may be conducted under day or night Instrument Flight Rules are authorized.
• Monthly Task Status Report (MTSR)
• Ensure required documentation is completed/updated (i.e., Form 644s, Training Folder, FEF, dd Form 2627s, dd Form 2628s, etc.).
• Responsible for overall contractor safety and flight operations.
• Designated as the local Contractor’s Requesting Official (CRO) and Single Point of Contact.

WHY WORK FOR GMRE?

GMRE is a small veteran owned company who cares about our employees.

We offer health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), vacation, Paid Time Off (PTO), or Paid Sick Leave (PSL) based on state laws, paid holidays, and life insurance to all permanent full-time employees.

GMRE’s mission is to provide high quality engineering and technical services to help our customers grow and succeed.

GMRE is an equal opportunity employer. GMRE is committed to making employment decisions based on valid requirements, without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local laws.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Requirements

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
• Ability to maintain regular attendance and punctuality.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Ability to work flexible hours and be available to respond on short notice as needed.
• Ability to maintain professional appearance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Previously qualified USAF HH-60W as indicated by successful completion of a formal USAF aircrew qualification-training course and as required by AFI 10-220 or U.S. Army MTPC graduate who was previously qualified in the H-60G/W
• At least 1000 hours of total military flight time.
• Personnel previously USAF instructor qualified shall maintain instructor status IAW AFI 10-220.
• High level of HH-60G/W systems knowledge and expertise, including detailed knowledge of the FCF process and AFTO 1H-60(H)G/W-6CF-1 and TO 1H-60(H)G/W-6CL-1.
• Previously qualified HH-60G/W Instructor/Examiner or U.S. Army MTPC graduate.
• Previous rotary wing FCF experience.
• FAA Class II medical flight clearance.

SECURITY CLEARANCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a minimum of an active U.S. SECRET clearance and be subject to a government security investigation.
• Driving or renting a car for company business is expected with some frequency. For insurance purposes, a valid driver’s license is required.
• Do you have the ability to pass a background check to be granted access to the specific working location installation bases to perform work for GMRE?

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Can pass a FAA Class II medical physical
• Prolonged periods of standing or sitting in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Ascend and descend stairs to and from and off and on aircraft.
• Operate aviation equipment, tools, computers, and devices requiring the ability to move fingers and hands.
• See and read various monitors and documents.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

• Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position for meetings, trainings, and/or site visits.
• Position will travel up to 25% of the time out of state and overnight to fulfill contract requirements.

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