KC-130H/T Co-Pilot

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in North Carolina.

📋 Description

• Plan, execute, and document Functional Check Flights, Acceptance Flights, and Ferry Flights that support depot maintenance operations.

• Assist with aircraft induction, maintenance verification, and return-to-service processes at Fleet Readiness Center East (MCAS Cherry Point).

• Ensure readiness to operate from a Government-designated home station.

• Collaborate with government personnel, maintenance organizations, and aircrew members to safely conduct flight operations.

• Take responsibility for flight safety, instructional quality, pilot standardization, and the development of qualified operational pilots and Aircraft Commanders.

• Deliver initial, transition, requalification, continuation, upgrade, mission, and remedial training for KC-130H/T pilots.

• Provide instruction on aircraft systems, limitations, procedures, flight characteristics, performance, mission planning, crew resource management, operational risk management, and emergency procedures.

• Conduct flight instruction during ground operations, takeoff, departure, instrument flight, en route operations, aerial refueling, tactical operations, approaches, landings, and other authorized mission events.

• Demonstrate and instruct normal, abnormal, and emergency procedures in the aircraft and approved training devices.

• Observe trainee performance, identify deficiencies, and deliver immediate corrective instruction when necessary.

• Conduct preflight briefings, post-flight critiques, progress reviews, and formal training debriefings.

• Document trainee performance and recommend continuation, additional training, advancement, qualification, requalification, or removal from training.

• Develop and review lesson plans, training scenarios, courseware, instructional materials, training records, and aircrew training requirements.

• Participate in standardization conferences, instructor development programs, training review boards, mishap prevention programs, and aircrew training program assessments.

• Maintain knowledge and proficiency in aircraft systems, operating procedures, mission employment, instructional techniques, and governing directives.

• Contribute to the Monthly Task Status Report (MTSR).

• Complete and update necessary documentation, including Form 644s, Training Folder, FEF, DD Form 2627s, and DD Form 2628s.

• Implement aviation risk management principles to ensure the safe planning, execution, and documentation of Functional Check Flights.

⛳️ Requirements

• Must be a fully qualified KC-130H/T T2P co-pilot.

• Must fulfill applicable experience and flight-hour prerequisites.

• Must successfully complete specified instructor training and evaluation requirements.

• Must retain required medical and flight qualifications.

• Must be formally designated as an Instructor Pilot by a competent authority.

• Minimum active U.S. SECRET clearance required.

• Subject to a government security investigation.

• Valid driver’s license is necessary for insurance purposes.

• Ability to pass a background check for access to specific working location installation bases.

• FAA Class II medical physical is required.

• At least 225 hours of total military flight time is preferred.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong interpersonal and customer service abilities.

• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.

• Proven time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.

• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

• Effective supervisory and leadership skills.

• Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate when appropriate.

• Capability to perform well in a fast-paced and stressful environment.

• Commitment to maintaining regular attendance and punctuality.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite or related software.

• Flexibility to work varied hours and respond on short notice as needed.

• Ability to maintain a professional appearance.

• Occasional travel may be necessary for meetings, training, and/or site visits.

• Capacity to lift up to 15 pounds.

• Ability to ascend and descend stairs to and from and on and off aircraft.

• Competence in operating aviation equipment, tools, computers, and devices requiring finger and hand movements.

• Ability to see and read various monitors and documents.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance.

• Dental insurance.

• Vision insurance.

• 401(k).

• Vacation.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) or Paid Sick Leave (PSL) in accordance with state laws.

• Paid holidays.

• Life insurance.