Rotary-Wing Pilot & Ground Safety Lead

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center (NASA); Houston (TX); Hybride; USD 145 000 - 189 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center (NASA) in Houston, TX seeks a Helicopter Pilot/Ground Safety Officer to pilot research, development, flight training and test aircraft, and serve as airport liaison for the Aircraft Operations Division.

The role requires FAA pilot certifications, substantial flight hours, and instructional experience. Travel is occasional; relocation not specified. This is a full-time federal position with safety and security clearances.

Qualifications

• Certificate and rating requirements for FAA commercial pilot
• Flight hours requirements: 1,500 PIC hours, 250 rotary PIC, 75 night hours, 100 hours in last 12 months
• Minimum one year specialized experience equivalent to GS-12 in aircraft operations and safety training

Responsabilités

• Maintain expertise in ground safety, maintenance, and flight operations to evaluate safety of aircraft operations.
• Ensure compliance with procedures and safety guidelines; advise management on safety issues.
• Organize and chair ground safety meetings and participate in meetings and boards as required.
• Serve as investigator or member of investigation teams for aviation mishaps and conduct follow-up inspections.
• Provide rotary-wing instruction and maintain pilot qualifications; conduct annual training and CRM training.

Connaissances

Aviation safety

Flight operations

Ground safety

Instructor time

Communication

Teamwork

Formation

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with ratings

FAA Flight Instructor Certificate with ratings

Description du poste

Lyndon B. Johnson Space Center (NASA) in Houston, TX seeks a Helicopter Pilot/Ground Safety Officer to pilot research, development, flight training and test aircraft, and serve as airport liaison for the Aircraft Operations Division.

The role requires FAA pilot certifications, substantial flight hours, and instructional experience. Travel is occasional; relocation not specified. This is a full-time federal position with safety and security clearances.