... plan annotation requirements. (b) Develops and certifies cargo load plans considering quantity ... Frequently uses Night Vision Goggles (NVG) while performing aircrew duties. (d) Briefs passengers ...
... plan annotation requirements. (b) Develops and certifies cargo load plans considering quantity ... Frequently uses Night Vision Goggles (NVG) while performing aircrew duties. (d) Briefs passengers ...
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AIRCRAFT LOADMASTER (INSTRUCTOR) (Title 32)
Little Rock Air Force Base, AR
$67K/yr
Full-time
Posted 12 days ago
Job description
THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION.
This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT LOADMASTER (INSTRUCTOR) (Title 32), Position Description Number D1632000 and is part of the AR ANG 154 TRG SQ, National Guard.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQURED- If you are not currently a member of any military service (Branch/Status), please provide a letter stating intent to join.
This position may qualify for applicant Superior Qualification.
Onboard applicants only.Qualifications:GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience in functions such as preparing aircraft loading plans, loading and offloading aircraft, operating loading equipment, and ensuring security of cargo in flight.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Specialized experience requirements are to be determined locally, depending on the necessary requirements for your current airframe and the required certificates as specified by the appropriate Air and Army Regulation. Specific MOS/AFSC's may be included when essential for successful performance of the position.Education:Duties Continued:
3. Accomplishes loadmaster functions
(a) Prior to flight, accomplishes preflight checks, inspection, acceptance, and operation of all aircraft loading equipment, and systems. Ensures the aircraft interior is properly configured to meet specific mission objectives and is in compliance with FAA, Air Force, DOD, NATO and UN regulations, command operating restrictions, and flight manual directives. Plans, prepares, and inspects complex loads which may include but are not limited to the transportation of personnel, hazardous material, explosives, poisons, radioactive cargo, security cargo, and registered mail. Represents the aircraft commander as the approving authority for determining if prepared loads meet safety requirements and do not exceed aircraft ground, structural, or flight limitation. Supervises load placement, cargo inspection and acceptance, load distribution, and restraint requirements. Briefs the aircraft commander on cargo type, hazard class, net explosive weight and any special handling requirements or flight plan annotation requirements.
(b) Develops and certifies cargo load plans considering quantity, weight, configuration, floor capacity, compartment restrictions and proper location within the aircraft to achieve the optimum center of gravity. Provides instruction on gaseous venting requirements and monitors pressure and vent valves during flight to prevent a hazardous condition from developing. Determines location and placement of hazardous materials considering passenger safety and en-route offload/onload requirements. Supervises and directs floor /palletized loading, cargo restrictions, Air Terminal Operations Center (ATOC) procedures and coordination, passenger handling considerations, and customs, immigrations and agricultural clearances. In addition to normal preflight duties, provides instruction on recovery and reconstitution procedures for SIOP and diverted missions that may not carry maintenance specialists. These duties include servicing, fuel, oil, hydraulics, oxygen, and operation of auxiliary power units (APU).
(c) Ascertains fuel, passenger and cargo weights. Computes weight and balance to determine proper weight distribution and provides timely and correct takeoff and landing data. With consideration for aisle space and access to emergency exits, ensures all cargo is loaded and secured with proper restraint and devices in compliance with appropriate technical orders. Accomplishes or instructs students on proper documentation, manifesting, loading and securing hazardous cargo. Accounts for cargo being transported. Ensures proper identification including weight and destination. Preflights and inspects cargo/passenger carrying systems, condition of cargo roller handling system, shoring for floor protection, seating and life support equipment. Inspects and inventories life support equipment and is the final subject matter expert when determining its need and use during flight. Frequently uses Night Vision Goggles (NVG) while performing aircrew duties.
(d) Briefs passengers on flight itinerary, use of emergency equipment, emergency exits, and procedures for egress, oxygen use, life preservers, electronic devices and movement about the aircraft before, during and after flight. Acts as the single passenger manager in the event of ground or flight emergency. Controls passenger movement throughout the entire mission. Responsible for the safe and orderly evacuation of passengers in an aircraft emergency, and making life or death decisions on which route and exit to use. Supervises and administers life saving measures in the event of an airborne emergency. Serves as the aircrew expert for U.S. and foreign customs, agriculture and immigration. Maintains the knowledge and skill necessary to detect and prevent possible hijack and terrorist activity.
4. Performs staff work based on specialized knowledge of the unit's mission, assigned aircraft and the related programs to ensure safe and successful accomplishment of required training, assigned mission support and airlift support requirements. Takes necessary action to ensure that all requisites involved in mission planning are identified, coordinated and accomplished.
5. Performs other Duties and assigned.
Employment Type: OTHER
This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT LOADMASTER (INSTRUCTOR) (Title 32), Position Description Number D1632000 and is part of the AR ANG 154 TRG SQ, National Guard.
NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQURED- If you are not currently a member of any military service (Branch/Status), please provide a letter stating intent to join.
This position may qualify for applicant Superior Qualification.
Onboard applicants only.Qualifications:GENERAL EXPERIENCE:
Experience in functions such as preparing aircraft loading plans, loading and offloading aircraft, operating loading equipment, and ensuring security of cargo in flight.
SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE:
Specialized experience requirements are to be determined locally, depending on the necessary requirements for your current airframe and the required certificates as specified by the appropriate Air and Army Regulation. Specific MOS/AFSC's may be included when essential for successful performance of the position.Education:Duties Continued:
3. Accomplishes loadmaster functions
(a) Prior to flight, accomplishes preflight checks, inspection, acceptance, and operation of all aircraft loading equipment, and systems. Ensures the aircraft interior is properly configured to meet specific mission objectives and is in compliance with FAA, Air Force, DOD, NATO and UN regulations, command operating restrictions, and flight manual directives. Plans, prepares, and inspects complex loads which may include but are not limited to the transportation of personnel, hazardous material, explosives, poisons, radioactive cargo, security cargo, and registered mail. Represents the aircraft commander as the approving authority for determining if prepared loads meet safety requirements and do not exceed aircraft ground, structural, or flight limitation. Supervises load placement, cargo inspection and acceptance, load distribution, and restraint requirements. Briefs the aircraft commander on cargo type, hazard class, net explosive weight and any special handling requirements or flight plan annotation requirements.
(b) Develops and certifies cargo load plans considering quantity, weight, configuration, floor capacity, compartment restrictions and proper location within the aircraft to achieve the optimum center of gravity. Provides instruction on gaseous venting requirements and monitors pressure and vent valves during flight to prevent a hazardous condition from developing. Determines location and placement of hazardous materials considering passenger safety and en-route offload/onload requirements. Supervises and directs floor /palletized loading, cargo restrictions, Air Terminal Operations Center (ATOC) procedures and coordination, passenger handling considerations, and customs, immigrations and agricultural clearances. In addition to normal preflight duties, provides instruction on recovery and reconstitution procedures for SIOP and diverted missions that may not carry maintenance specialists. These duties include servicing, fuel, oil, hydraulics, oxygen, and operation of auxiliary power units (APU).
(c) Ascertains fuel, passenger and cargo weights. Computes weight and balance to determine proper weight distribution and provides timely and correct takeoff and landing data. With consideration for aisle space and access to emergency exits, ensures all cargo is loaded and secured with proper restraint and devices in compliance with appropriate technical orders. Accomplishes or instructs students on proper documentation, manifesting, loading and securing hazardous cargo. Accounts for cargo being transported. Ensures proper identification including weight and destination. Preflights and inspects cargo/passenger carrying systems, condition of cargo roller handling system, shoring for floor protection, seating and life support equipment. Inspects and inventories life support equipment and is the final subject matter expert when determining its need and use during flight. Frequently uses Night Vision Goggles (NVG) while performing aircrew duties.
(d) Briefs passengers on flight itinerary, use of emergency equipment, emergency exits, and procedures for egress, oxygen use, life preservers, electronic devices and movement about the aircraft before, during and after flight. Acts as the single passenger manager in the event of ground or flight emergency. Controls passenger movement throughout the entire mission. Responsible for the safe and orderly evacuation of passengers in an aircraft emergency, and making life or death decisions on which route and exit to use. Supervises and administers life saving measures in the event of an airborne emergency. Serves as the aircrew expert for U.S. and foreign customs, agriculture and immigration. Maintains the knowledge and skill necessary to detect and prevent possible hijack and terrorist activity.
4. Performs staff work based on specialized knowledge of the unit's mission, assigned aircraft and the related programs to ensure safe and successful accomplishment of required training, assigned mission support and airlift support requirements. Takes necessary action to ensure that all requisites involved in mission planning are identified, coordinated and accomplished.
5. Performs other Duties and assigned.
Employment Type: OTHER