aircraft pilot

Summary

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION THAT REQUIRES MILITARY MEMBERSHIP.

This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT PILOT, Position Description Number
D0640000and is part of the Mississippi Army National Guard.

Duties

This position is located in an Army National Guard (ARNG)Army Aviation Support Facility (AASF) or Aviation Classification Repair Activity Depot (AVCRAD).

The primary purpose of this position is to pilot a variety of aircraft in support of the AASF or AVCRAD logistical and operations missions.

As a AIRCRAFT PILOT, GS , you will pilot a variety of aircraft in support of the AASF or AVCRAD logistical and operations missions.

(1) Pilots a variety of fixed wing twin engine airplanes and utility helicopters to transport passengers and cargo to and from a variety of points. Operates aircraft with short takeoff and landing capability, generally in good or fair weather conditions, but may include all types of weather, day and night over terrain such as forests, marshlands, mountain ranges, and open seas. Flights are to modern airports with paved runways, with navigational aids, good landing facilities and some unimproved or tactical landing pads and strips. Participates in all-weather search and rescue operations as required. Serves as a member of boards pertaining to aviation accidents, flight evaluation, collateral investigations,standardization and federal recognition.

(2) Performs maintenance operation checks (MOCs) and limited and general test flights of aircraft to ensure air worthiness upon completion of extensive disassembly for maintenance, repair or replacement of components or aircraft systems. Performs general or limited test flights of aircraft when ground diagnostic tests cannot determine the safe and/or proper functioning of aircraft components or systems. Performs acceptance test flights of new aircraft when required.

(3) Performs other duties as assigned.

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