HH-60W Depot FCF Pilot / Site Lead

Job Summary

Employment for this position is contingent upon contract award. Overall, this position supports a geographically distributed Functional Check Flight operation.

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.
• Carefully coordinate directly with Government maintenance personnel, quality assurance representatives, and engineering personnel regarding aircraft status and flight readiness.
• Maintain readiness for short-notice travel in support of depot maintenance operations.
• 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.
• Ensure required documentation is completed/updated (i.e., Form 644s, Training Folder, FEF, dd Form 2627s, dd Form 2628s, etc.).
• 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.

  Requirements

  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • 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.
  • High level of HH-60W systems knowledge and expertise, including detailed knowledge of the FCF process and AFTO 1H-60(H)W-6CF-1 and TO 1H-60(H)W-6CL-1.
  • Must have a minimum of an active U.S. SECRET clearance and be subject to a government security investigation.
  • Must have a valid driver’s license for insurance purposes.
  • Must have a FAA Class II medical physical.
  • Prolonged periods of standing or sitting in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
  • Able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
  • Must be able to 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.
  • Position will travel up to 50% of the time out of state and overnight to fulfill contract requirements.

    Qualifications

    • Former military rotary-wing pilot, (REQUIRED).
    • At least 1000 hours of total military flight time, (REQUIRED).
    • FAA Class II medical flight clearance, (REQUIRED).
    • 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, is (Highly Preferred).
    • Previous rotary wing FCF Qualification and experience, (Preferred).
    • Previously qualified HH-60W Instructor/Examiner, (Preferred).

    Benefits

    GMRE offers 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.

    Pay

    Details on pay are not specified in the job posting.

    Schedule

    Details on schedule are not specified in the job posting.