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JOB SUMMARY

This position is contingent based on contract award.

Serves as a KC-130H/T Pilot responsible for planning, executing, and documenting Functional Check Flights (FCFs), Acceptance Flights, and Ferry Flights in support of depot maintenance operations. The primary mission of this position is to support aircraft induction, maintenance verification, and return-to-service operations at Fleet Readiness Center East (MCAS Cherry Point), while maintaining readiness to operate from a Government-designated home station. Incumbents will coordinate closely with government personnel, maintenance organizations, and aircrew members to safely execute flight operations in accordance with applicable regulations, technical guidance, and contractor procedures.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Exercises substantial responsibility for flight safety, instructional quality, pilot standardization, and the development of qualified operational pilots and Aircraft Commanders. Intervenes whenever trainee actions could compromise safety, regulatory compliance, aircraft limitations, or mission effectiveness.
• Conducts initial, transition, requalification, continuation, upgrade, mission, and remedial training for KC-130H/T pilots.
• Provides instruction in aircraft systems, limitations, operating procedures, flight characteristics, aircraft performance, mission planning, crew resource management, operational risk management, and emergency procedures.
• Conducts flight instruction during ground operations, takeoff, departure, instrument flight, en route operations, aerial refueling, tactical operations, approaches, landings, and other authorized mission events.
• Demonstrates and instructs normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures in the aircraft and approved training devices.
• Observes trainee performance and identifies deficiencies in knowledge, judgment, procedural compliance, aircraft control, situational awareness, and crew coordination.
• Provides immediate corrective instruction when necessary to protect personnel and equipment or prevent unsafe aircraft operation.
• Conducts preflight briefings, post-flight critiques, progress reviews, and formal training debriefings.
• Documents trainee performance and recommends continuation, additional training, advancement, qualification, requalification, or removal from training.
• Develops and reviews lesson plans, training scenarios, courseware, instructional materials, training records, and aircrew training requirements.
• Participates in standardization conferences, instructor development programs, training review boards, mishap prevention programs, and aircrew training program assessments.
• Maintains the highest degree of knowledge and proficiency in aircraft systems, operating procedures, mission employment, instructional techniques, and applicable governing directives. 
• Monthly Task Status Report (MTSR) contribution
• Ensure required documentation is completed/updated (i.e., Form 644s, Training Folder, FEF, dd Form 2627s, dd Form 2628s, etc.).
• Responsible for the safe planning, execution, and documentation of Functional Check Flights in accordance with applicable technical guidance, government direction, and sound aviation risk management principles.

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. GMRE is committed to making employment decisions based on valid requirements, without regard to age 40 and over, color, disability, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation or any other applicable status protected by state or local laws.

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice. 

REQUIRED SKILLS/ABILITIES

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills. 
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• 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.
• Ability to maintain professional appearance.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Must be a fully qualified KC-130H/T T2P co-pilot, meet applicable experience and flight-hour prerequisites, successfully complete prescribed instructor training and evaluation requirements, maintain required medical and flight qualifications, and be formally designated as an Instructor Pilot by competent authority. (REQUIRED)
• At least 225 hours of total military flight time, (Preferred).

SECURITY CLEARANCE AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a minimum of an active U.S. SECRET clearance and be subject to a government security investigation. 
• Driving or renting a car for company business is expected with some frequency. For insurance purposes, a valid driver’s license is required.
• Do you have the ability to pass a background check to be granted access to the specific working location installation bases to perform work for GMRE? (Pertains to Technical Services positions) 

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must have a FAA Class II medical physical
• Prolonged periods of standing or sitting in a stationary position for an extended period of time.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times. 
• 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.

TRAVEL REQUIRED

• Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position for meetings, training, and/or site visits.