LUH-72A Lakota Instructor Pilot

Leidos Inc; Marana (AZ); On-site; USD 87,100 - 157,450; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and Wellness programs

Income Protection

Paid Leave and Retirement

Job summary

Leidos is seeking an LUH72A Lakota Instructor Pilot in Marana, Arizona to support ANG ATSOS with advanced flight training and simulation instruction. The role involves delivering classroom and flight instruction, maintaining training records, and providing schoolhouse support across the One Army School System to strengthen aviation readiness.

The position requires IP qualifications, FAA certificates, and adherence to DCMA and AR standards, with opportunities to shape training outcomes across

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with relevant instructional experience.
• Instructor Pilot experience with qualified hours or IP experience in OASS/AATS programs.
• Proficiency with ITC/ABIC qualifications or equivalent training path.

Responsibilities

• Maintain training records and ATP documentation for trainees.
• Deliver instruction and evaluation for student pilots per approved packages.
• Conduct daily academic instruction for multiple POIs and courses.
• Lead premission planning and after-action reviews for flight and simulation events.
• Coordinate schedules, leave, and training requirements to support accreditation.
• Ensure compliance with Army, National Guard and AATS policies.

Skills

Instructor Pilot

Flight instruction

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

LUH72A Lakota Instructor Pilot

The Airborne Solutions (AirS) Division within the Airborne Mission Solutions Business Area of Leidos is seeking a LUH72A Lakota Instructor Pilot to support the Army National Guard (ANG) Aviation Training Services and Operational Support (ATSOS) program in Marana, Arizona. This role places you at the center of a mission that directly strengthens Army National Guard aviation readiness through advanced flight training, simulation instruction, and schoolhouse support across the One Army School System (OASS).

As the prime contractor for ATSOS, Leidos delivers a full spectrum of aviation training capabilities— including platform instruction, simulation operations, classroom academics, and Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) support. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in a high‑impact environment where your instruction shapes the next generation of Army aviators.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintain training records for formal course students and ATP documentation for readiness level (RL) progression trainees.
• Deliver instruction and evaluation to student pilots in accordance with AATS-approved Training Support Packages.
• Conduct daily academic instruction for approved POIs, including Aircraft Qualification, Instructor Pilot, Aircraft Standardization, Maintenance Test Pilot, and Aviation Tactics Instructor Courses (ATIC).
• Lead premission planning and afteraction reviews for all flight and simulation events.
• Fulfill all ATP requirements per DCMA INST 82101D, AR 951, and applicable dATMs, including participation in the No‑Notice Evaluation Program.
• Coordinate daily tasks such as schedules and leave to support AATS training requirements and schoolhouse accreditation.
• Ensure compliance with Army, National Guard, and AATS policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Collaborate with the GFR to verify contractor qualifications for aviation training tasks per DCMA INST 82101D.
• Report Instructor Flight and Operations data for the Task Order Monthly Report.

Basic Qualifications

• High School Diploma with 8 years’ experience or Bachelor’s Degree with 4 years’ experience.
• Instructor Pilot experience with at least 250 military IP flight hours and/or 2 years of IP experience at a USAACE‑approved or OASS‑accredited program.
• USAACE/AATS (or equivalent) IP qualification in the aircraft type assigned.
• Instructor Training Course (ITC) or ABIC qualification, or ability to complete AATS‑provided ABIC within 12 months of hire.
• FAA Commercial Pilot or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.
• FAA Second Class Medical or Army Class 2 FDME (per DCMA 8210.1D).
• Experience as SP, IE, and/or IP in an OASS school, MTOE, or TDA organization at company or battalion level.
• Meet instructor qualification requirements per TR 35010 and TR 35070.
• Adhere to DCMA INST 8210.1D for all Rated and Non‑Rated Crewmember operations.
• Complete ACTE qualification and sustainment training per TC 304.11.
• Hold a favorable background investigation or security clearance appropriate to the information accessed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Instructor Pilot experience at EAATS, HAATS, WAATS, or the U.S. Army Aviation Training Center.
• USAAC Equalified Instrument Flight Examiner (IFE) preferred.

Pay & Benefits

Pay Range: $87,100.00 – $157,450.00. The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.