Supervisory Helicopter Pilot

As a Supervisory Helicopter Pilot, you will be responsible for all facets of Western Area Power Administration (WAPA) aviation program. You will develop and maintain operating policies and practices while monitoring and enforcing standards for safe, effective, and efficient manned and unmanned flight operations. You will oversee contracted helicopter maintenance services.

As a Supervisory Helicopter Pilot, you will Serves as the senior technical aviation expert, manages and evaluates WAPA's flight operations, and ensures strict compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FAR) and internal aviation policy manuals. Acts as the helicopter Chief Instructor Pilot, which involves directing aircraft flight training, managing the formal Pilot-in-Command (PIC) flight training program, and administering initial and recurrent pilot proficiency check-rides. Serves as the primary Contracting Officer's Representative (COR) to oversee and manage WAPA's centralized aviation maintenance contracts and ensure the fleet is maintained in accordance with FAA regulations.

Must be a U.S. Citizen or National. This employer participates in the e-Verify program. Males born after 12/31/1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Suitable for Federal employment, as determined by a background investigation. May be required to complete a one-year Supervisory probation period. Limit your resume to no more than two (2) pages. If more than two pages are submitted, only the first two pages will be reviewed to determine your eligibility and qualifications. In accordance with Executive Order 14170, applicants are encouraged to respond to the four short, free-response, essay questions in the questionnaire. Answers to these questions are not scored or rated. Your answers will be reviewed by the hiring manager and agency leadership if you are referred for selection consideration. Security clearance and associated requirements - Moderate Risk Total salary varies depending on location of position.

For this position, education cannot be substituted for experience. Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.