Title: WASS Pilot FW Augmentation PilotLocation: United States-Florida-RockledgeJob Number: 16189About Us:AAR’s purpose is to empower people to build innovative aerospace solutions today so you can safely reach your destination tomorrow. The company’s mission is to go above and beyond to provide value-driven aerospace aftermarket solutions to meet the evolving needs of our customers worldwide. AAR constantly searches for the right thing to do for its customers, employees, partners and for society.The Worldwide Aviation Support Services (WASS) program, an AAR business, headquartered in Rockledge, FL, provides global, world-class expeditionary and conventional aviation solutions to the US Department of State Air Wing.Role Description:This is a CONUS Fixed Wing, FW, Augmentation Pilot position, based in Rockledge, Florida. Responsible for assisting the Fixed Wing Standardization Pilot with implementing the organizations Aircrew Training Program, maintaining flight records, Air Wing Information Systems entries, and updating aviation references and publications.Key Responsibilities:
Maintain aircraft currency requirements in accordance with government guidance.
Deploy routinely OCONUS to augment various sites with their manning requirements.
Prepare or oversee the preparation of flight plans, taking into account factors such as altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight, airport facilities, and navigation aids.
Supervise or accomplish the aircraft preflight inspection and preparation.
Ensure proper loading, distribution, and security of cargo and passengers, and verify that the aircrafts weight and balance conform to prescribed limits.
Responsibility for the logging of aircraft flight time, filing and closing of flight plans, and preparation of flight and duty time records.
Conduct passenger briefings prior to each take-off.
Assists in identifying training needs, planning, administering, and overseeing academic programs to develop Fixed Wing crew members within Fixed Wing operations.
Evaluates the effectiveness of training programs and presents reports and recommendations to management.
Assists in recruiting qualified candidates for hire.
Stays current with and ensures compliance with Federal Aviation Administration, FAA, regulations, as well as all state and local government policies, standards, procedures, and laws governing aviation.
Performs additional duties as assigned by the Deputy Chief of Standards.
Qualifications:Basic Qualifications :
High school diploma or equivalent.
1,500 total fixed wing flight hours including 500 hours of turbine engine time.
FAA Commercial and Instrument Airmans Certificate Airplane, MEL.
FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate.
Successful completion of FAA Type Rating in the selected type required before assignment.
Within 90 days of achieving FAA type rating, must complete fixed wing aircraft, DHC-8, Readiness Level, RL, training. Aircraft qualification training will include travel to Iraq in a TDY status.
Ability to travel domestically and internationally for up to 120 days annually at 14-day to 60-day intervals.
Minimum 250 hours multi-engine pilot-in-command time.
Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. DoD Security Clearance.
Preferred
FAA CFI-CFII-MEI.
FAA ATP rating.
Prior military pilot and or pilot support on the DoS INLA program.
Qualification in the applicable aircraft DHC-8.
Prior experience as a military standardization pilot or civilian equivalent.
Bachelors degree or higher.
Have an active U.S. DoD Security learance.
· OCONUS:o Ability to pass physical screening.o Passport with 18 months remaining.Compensation and Benefits:· Salaried Position.· 40 hour weekly work schedule.· Competitive salary.· Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.· 401(k) retirement plan with company match.· Generous paid time off program.· Professional development and career advancement opportunities.AAR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, or expressions. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our people, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.AAR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.