Metrea Aviation Management
Other | : Marana Arizona, United States
Company OverviewMetrea is a defense company dedicated to translating commercial innovation into solutions for national security. With deep mission expertise, Metrea focuses on delivering effects as-a-service, through a commercial subscription model, across 5 different mission verticals. Metrea Management oversees 9 global business units via Operations, Strategy, Legal, and Finance teams. Metrea Special Aerospace -Vertical Applications (MSA-VA) [Formerly Special Applications Group (SAG)] is seeking experienced UH-72 (Lakota) Simulator Instructor Operator (IO) for the ANG ATSOS program located in WAATS, Silver Bell Army Heliport, Marana, AZ. MSA-VA is a values-based, professional, service and aviation orientated business with access, currency, and relevance throughout the Department of Defense and Homeland Security communities. We have an unmatched blend of military, special operations, aviation, homeland security and other specialists who bring responsive, tailored services and products to dynamic organizations.MSA-VA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, disability, or national origin.Position Summary Aviation Simulation Instructor /Operator (I/O) shall operate a simulator from a fleet that currently includes: UH-72 (Lakota) Simulators, Blackhawk Aviation Trainers (BAT), UH-60A/L Synthetic Flight Training Simulator (SFTS), or UH-60M Transportable Blackhawk Operational Simulator (TBOS). The Instructor/Operator Station (IOS) of each simulator is designed to be operated and controlled by a single Instructor/Operator (I/O) through the graphical user interface provided for mission planning, setup, control and monitoring of the missions, and After-Action Reviews (AAR). I/O will ensure Army National Guard (ARNG) aviators continue to receive the best training available in order to maintain/obtain Readiness Level 1 and currency in their primary aircraft. Ultimately individual readiness equates to the readiness and relevance of ARNG Aviation units. Simulator training is required by the regulations and essential to the readiness of our aviation units.I/O will provide ARNG and regional aviators with the required simulator instructor expertise to facilitate their use of ARNG simulators to ensure they are trained and current in their assigned aircraft.I/O shall operate the simulator device to train all of the crewmember tasks required by Chapter Four of the aircraft applicable ATM.I/O aviation instruction and simulator operation conducted during the scheduled simulator periods shall not be curtailed by the administrative duties required by the PWS. This does not relieve the I/O of the administrative requirements described in the PWS. Note: At each supported location the Governmentrsquo;s Standardization Pilot will conduct a ldquo;check riderdquo;, IAW the ATM, of the assigned I/Os to train and certify the Contractor I/O in the particular unitrsquo;s standard operating procedures, tactics, and standards. Upon successful completion of the check-ride the I/O shall provide training within the bounds of AR 95-1 and the airframe respective ATM. I/Orsquo;s shall capture data through the IOS and provide training assessments and input to AARs in accordance with the local and post flight procedures. Essential Functions Statements Duties:Develop, maintain, and distribute a weekly use schedule for unit and regional pilotsrsquo; training.Update this schedule weekly in coordination with the local Quality Assurance Representative.The supported battalions/units/AASF will develop its own Simulator Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) containing policies, guidelines, and administrative procedures for scheduling simulator training and keeping records.Contribute to any development or revision of the Simulator SOP and shall comply with the SOP as long as it does not conflict with this PWS.Instruction of all base and mission tasks in accordance with the appropriate aircraft ATM, APART academic evaluation topics as listed in the applicable ATM, mission scenario development, instrument training/evaluation, crew coordination, and collective operator training.Provide in the monthly report, at a minimum, the performance tasks accomplished at each device location and projected tasks to be accomplished for the following month.Services shall be adequate to support 4-5 two-hour periods per day per simulator device. The number of periods per day will be dependent upon the operating hours of that device as prescribed by the local command. Simulators will typically be operated between the hours of 0700 and 1900 local time but can be flexed to accommodate the facilities operating hours. ARNG training sites typically operate four (4) days each week for ten (10) hours each day and at least one weekend each month. Traditional five (5) day, eight (8) hour per day, one weekend each month schedules can also be found at some ARNG facilities. Site specific hours of operation will be provided in the Task Order.Document all individual pilot simulator hour usage on DA Form 2408-12, at the completion of each flight, in accordance with DA PAM 738-751, for subsequent transcription by the owning unit in the devicesrsquo; logbook daily DA Form 2408-13.Report device utilization (to include no-shows, availability rate, scenario development time unique to I/O, and downtime) to QAR at the conclusion of each work week.Report device utilization data in the Task Order Monthly Report. Competency StatementsMust be competent and experienced as an UH-72 (Lakota) Simulator Instructor Operator (IO). Supervisory ResponsibilityThis role has no administrative supervisory responsibilities. This role does have simulator Pilot-in-Command (PIC) and Instructor Pilot (IP) supervisory responsibilities. Work EnvironmentThis job operates in an administrative aviation, clerical, office, and Flight Line setting. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines. This job requires academic, flight line and ground instructor pilot duties and aviation flight.Physical DemandsThis is an active aviation flight simulator role; some physical abilities are required. Position Type and Expected Hours of Work This is a full-time position with typical working hours of Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Hours and work shifts may change in accordance with department and business needs. Exempt Employees must have the ability to be on-call and available, as business needs require. Non-Exempt employees may be required to work over 40 hours per week with approval from the department manager. This Task Order provides services for Army National Guard Training Sites (AATS): 1) Eastern Army National Guard Aviation Training Site (EAATS), located at Ft. Indian Town Gap, PA 2) Western Army National Guard Army National Guard Aviation Training Site (WAATS), located at Marana, AZ and 3) High Altitude Army National Guard Aviation Training Site (HAATS), located at Gypsum, CO. Except on recognized US holidays, when the Government facility/installation is closed due to local or national emergencies, administrative closings, or similar Government-directed facility/installation closings, the contractor shall provide services at the specified facility (EAATS, WAATS, and HAATS) during core hours, generally between the hours of 0800-1630 on Monday through Friday. Actual work hours will be defined by facility requirements and the local Government Quality Assurance Representative (QAR). As required, contractors will be subject to rotational shifts to include nights and weekends for the uninterrupted performance of all tasks defined within this PWS. Telecommuting is not authorized.Facility Location: Located on Silver Bell Army Heliport, Marana, AZ the WAATS is a TRADOC OASS certified aviation training institution that conducts ARNG directed flight and academic instruction in the UH-60A/L/M and UH-72A aircraft, enlisted training for utility helicopter maintainers, non-commissioned officer professional military education, and ASI/MOS qualification training for flight operations. Additionally, the WAATS provides regional flight simulation support in the UH-60A/L/M, and the UH-72A, simulators for all Army components. Travel Travel requirements are: Generally, None. However, TDY by exception with COR Approval and Funding Required Education, Experience and Certificates Education: High School Diploma Experience: UH-72 (Lakota) Simulator Instructor Operator (IO).Qualified as an Instructor Pilot in the respective aircraft simulator and an Instrument Flight Examiner or have documented three years of experience as an Aviation Simulator I/O in the required aircraft device (UH-72).Qualifications shall be made available to the COR upon request.Prior experience training or operating with Army Aviation (or Military Equivalent). Certificates and Licenses: FAA Commercial Pilot or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.Secret security clearance.Valid Driverrsquo;s License COVID-19 Vaccination CardComputer Skills: Microsoft Outlook Suite Products Comply with the command39;s Acceptable Use Policy (AUP) for Government owned IS and sign an AUP prior to or upon account activation.Complete initial and/or annual Information Assurance (IA) training as defined in the IA Best Business Practices (BBP) training https://informationassurance.us.army.mil ). Preferred Education, Experience and Certificates Education: High School Diploma Experience: Minimum of 5 years related job experience bull; IP experience at EAATS, HAATS, WAATS or U.S. Army Aviation Training Center. bull; Desired USAACE qualified Instrument Flight Examiner (IFE) Certificates and Licenses:bull; See Above Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite Products Additional Eligibility Qualifications Must be able to accomplish all duties with little or no assistance. Must have good command of the English language; oral and written.Work Authorization/Security ClearanceEmployee must be a US citizen. Employee must be able to hold and maintain a Secret (or higher) Clearance Level. Employee must have and maintain a U.S. Passport. Employee shall comply with applicable installation, facility and area commander installation/facility access and local security policies and procedures (provided by government representative).HSPD-12 Background Investigation requirements met to ensure Common Access Cards (CACs) are obtained by all contract or subcontract personnel assigned to work on the Government site. AAP/EEO StatementMetrea Aviation Services, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. Reasonable Accommodations StatementTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty listed below satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other DutiesPlease note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
