Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Exact $189,126.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Paid Time Off
Life insurance
federal holidays
Flexible spending account
Employee assistance program
Job Description
NASA is a prestigious government agency renowned for its cutting-edge research and exploration in aeronautics and space technology. The Aircraft Operations Division within the Flight Operations Directorate plays a critical role in supporting NASA’s mission by managing and piloting aircraft used in various development and test programs. Recognized for its commitment to excellence, innovation, and safety, NASA offers a dynamic work environment where professionals have the opportunity to contribute to pioneering aeronautical projects, improve aviation safety protocols, and support astronaut training and space exploration activities.
The position of Project Pilot at NASA entails a demanding and multifaceted role th... Show More
The position of Project Pilot at NASA entails a demanding and multifaceted role th... Show More
Job Requirements
- U.S. citizenship, national, or owing allegiance to the U.S.
- one-year probationary period may be required
- meet qualifications requirements by closing date of announcement
- proficiency in English language
- possess a current FAA first class medical certificate or military pilot flight physical or obtain NASA flight medical certification
- subject to pre-employment background security investigation
Job Qualifications
- A current Federal Aviation Administration Commercial Pilot Certificate or a pilot with ratings from the armed services
- a current Federal Aviation Administration Flight Instructor Certificate or a flight instructor with ratings from the armed services
- minimum of 1,500 hours of flight time as pilot-in-command or co-pilot in aircraft of any weight or category
- minimum of 250 hours pilot-in-command with rotary-wing helicopter
- minimum of 75 hours of night flying
- minimum of 100 hours of flight time in the preceding 12 months
- one year of directly related specialized experience equivalent to the GS-12 level that includes participating in the planning and execution of rotary-wing aircraft sorties and evaluation activities, conducting classroom instruction on developing, teaching, and assessing both academic and on-aircraft syllabus requirements, and developing and implementing aviation safety training principles and procedures
- a minimum of 500 hours providing flight instruction directly related to the area of instruction and category of aircraft in the position
Job Duties
- Serves as a rotary-wing instructor pilot
- proactively maintains all pilot qualifications and proficiency requirements
- conducts annual egress, emergency procedures training, and Crew Resource Management training
- provides instructional training, briefings, syllabus events, and evaluation flights in support of Astronaut Space Flight Readiness Training
- maintains instructional material, syllabus, and proficiency exams
- reviews and maintains applicable aircraft flight manuals, checklists, and aircraft-specific standard operating procedures in accordance with official NASA directives
- conducts standardization meetings to illicit feedback to operational documentation
- identifies hazards and reports unsafe acts and procedures
- supports the investigation and resolution of aircraft anomalies and mishaps as assigned, and actively participates in safety inspections and training
- serves as a project team member providing operational expertise for aircraft upgrades, modifications, and functional check flights
- communicates effectively with other project pilots and NASA managers to effectively utilize aircrew and aircraft to maximize mission accomplishment
- manages project schedules and supports key review processes, including the Configuration Control Panel, Test Readiness Review, Flight Readiness Review, and Operational Readiness Review, for modifications to division aircraft
Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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