PILOT AIRCRAFT PERFORMANCE SPECIALIST-DIRECT HIRE AUTHORITY
About This Position
The Air Force offers qualified applicants opportunities to be hired for certain occupations covered by Direct Hire Authorities (DHA). The use of DHA is a fast-track method of hiring applicants from the public with no prior federal status using a non-traditional method of recruitment. To find additional information on "What Is DHA" and to view and/or apply to current DHA opportunities listed on Air Force Civilian Service's "Direct Hire Job Board", please click here.
Qualifications
For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Experience requirements are described in the Office of Personnel Management (OPM) Qualification Standards for General Schedule Positions, Clerical and Administrative Support Positions. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs): Your qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of your level of knowledge, skills, abilities, and/or competencies in the following areas: 1.
Expert knowledge of operating characteristics of the aircraft such as would be gained through completion of a recognized Military Flight School (Aeronautical Rating) and/or rated aircrew experience
- Master knowledge of overall missions, functions, and organization of the agency or component.
- Extensive knowledge of organizational concepts, principles, and practices.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing, clearly, concisely, and with accuracy.
- Ability to work with, lead, and manage various groups or individuals to resolve difficult problems/situations as related to organizational issues.
- Skill in interpreting and applying complex DOD, USAF, AFMC, and AFSC regulations, methods, operating procedures, and policies.
Major Duties
For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here. Serves as an expert military aircraft system performance specialist representing the pilot community for all avionics software improvements. Reviews other mission planning software work to ensure all requirements are properly implemented. Attends required coordination and review meetings and assists in formulating software requirements, procedures, and limits of the mission planning program. Represents the organization with a variety of installation and functional area organizations.
How You Will Be Evaluated
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Additional Information
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How to Apply
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Required Documents
Resume: Your resume may NOT exceed two pages, and the font size should not be smaller than 10 pts. You will not be considered for this vacancy if your resume is illegible/unreadable. For additional information on direct hire opportunities with the Air Force please click here.