http://www.flightglobal.com/jobsFlight Jobshttp://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/guidance-nav-control-engr-3-ca-california-200643453.htmThu, 19 Nov 2009 13:54:45 +0000181238Gathers, defines and documents system level requirements to support flight control and mission or trajectory requirements definition. Resolves requirement conflicts. Performs and documents analysis and design of Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GNC) systems to validate or assess the system design or models. Develops solutions and disposition of issues to assure customer satisfaction. Designs trade studies to meet program requirements. Works under general direction. Competencies General Adaptability Understands changes in own and others' work and situations; may be asked to explain the logic or basis for change to less experienced employees; actively seeks information about changes affecting own and fellow employees' jobs. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to fellow interorganizational employees and occasionally to external customers. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors. Coaching/Teaching Clarifies expected behaviors, knowledge, and level of proficiency by seeking and giving information and checking for understanding. Provides instruction, positive modeling, and opportunities for observation in order to help fellow work group members, internal employees and occasionally external customers develop skills; encourages questions to ensure understanding. Gives timely, appropriate feedback on performance; reinforces efforts and progress. Establishes good interpersonal relationships by helping fellow work group members, internal employees and occasionally external customers, feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Collaboration Works effectively and cooperatively with fellow employees, peers from other teams and/or parts of the organization and occasionally external customers; establishes and maintains good working relationships by actively involving others and helping them feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Places higher priority on team and/or organization goals than on own goals. Offers to provide help and/or leadership to other teams and/or employees and occasionally external customers when they need assistance. Communication Clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately. Innovation Consistently identifies implicit assumptions in the way problems or situations are defined or presented. Sees alternative ways to view or define problems; is not constrained by the thoughts or approaches of work group members, interorganizational employees or external customers. Draws upon multiple and diverse sources (individuals, disciplines, bodies of knowledge) for ideas and inspiration. Combines complex ideas in unique ways or makes connections between disparate ideas; explores different lines of thought. Views situations from multiple perspectives; brainstorms multiple approaches/solutions; examines numerous potential solutions and evaluates each before accepting any. Targets important areas for innovation and develops solutions that address meaningful issues in own work areas and thought the organization. Technical Advanced Math & System Model Complete applied knowledge of mathematical modeling or advanced mathematics to address known problems, under loose technical supervision. GNC Design and Integration Complete knowledge of controls, navigation and guidance methods as applied to aircraft, weapons and space vehicle design. Includes advanced education and experience with applied classical and modern control theory, system trade studies, architecture and integration, electromechanical system and equipment design and specification including management of supplier developed hardware, software and prototyping, vehicle handling and performance and pilot interfaces. GNC Requirements Complete ability to create system level requirements for GNC systems and allocate those requirements down to the component level. Knowledge of military specifications, government regulations, customer needs, GNC system and component capabilities, and architectures. Navigation & Control Analysis Complete ability to perform engineering analysis of Guidance, Navigtation, and Controls (GNC) systems using knowledge of guidance, navigation, and control theory, analysis techniques, and general knowledge of applications to aircraft, weapons, and space vehicles. Research and Development Complete knowledge of state of the art developments in Guidance, Navigation and Controls (GNC) technology. Understands and tracks new theory and tools in academia and the GNC literature. Basic knowledge of emerging techniques and the ability to develop tools for implementing those techniques. Typical Education/Experience Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and 5 or more years' experience, Master's degree with 3 or more years' experience or PhD degree with experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Other Job related information Ability to Obtain Interim and/or Final Clearances (Post Start) - Candidate must be eligible to live and work in the U.S. The subject position is part of the Guidance, Navigation, and Control (GN&C) group in Huntington Beach, Ca, within the Platform Performance Technology (PPY) domain of Engineering and Information Technology (E&IT) in Boeing Research and Technology (BR&T). The candidate's primary responsibility will be in the area of flight controls research, including adaptive and robust flight control, control of highly flexible vehicles, and related simulation analyses using linear and nonlinear 6-DOF Matlab and Simulink models. The candidate will also have opportunities to support CRAD and IRAD projects relative to commercial, military, and space applications. This assignment requires occasional travel. A PhD degree in the field of Control Systems with some aerospace content is highly desired. Matlab/Simulink and C/C++ programming experience is required. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/production-pilot-2-az-arizona-200638985.htmFri, 13 Nov 2009 10:07:22 +0000171661Participates in production and acceptance test flights. Assists in the production acceptance process to validate configuration and contractual compliance. Identifies and documents flight deficiencies and coordinates resolution. Assists in delivery, ferry, support and functional test flights on production and non-production aircraft. Serves as second in command or co-pilot. Job requires FAA ATP or commercial certificate with the appropriate endorsements. Competencies   General  Adaptability Generally understands changes in own and others' work-group tasks and situations as well as the logic or basis for change; generally seeks information about changes affecting own and fellow employees' jobs. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors.  Communication Generally clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Usually keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Generally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.  Contributing To Team Success Makes procedural or process suggestions to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups for achieving team goals or performing team functions; tries to provide necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to help the team accomplish its goals; listens to and fully involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents; shares important or relevant information with the team; adheres to the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team.  Customer Focus Considers customers and their needs when performing and/or working with others on routine tasks; supports others and occasionally becomes directly involved in developing and sustaining customer relationships; assists more experienced employees in seeking information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; prepares information which more experienced employees will share with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how day-to-day actions or plans affect customers; responds quickly to help others address customer needs and resolve problems.  Decision Making Recognizes a variety of issues, problems, or opportunities in own and occasionally in other work groups and determines whether action is needed; identifies the need for and collects information to better understand issues, problems, and opportunities. Generally integrates information from a variety of sources; detects general trends, associations, and cause-effect relationships. Creates relevant options for addressing problems/opportunities and achieving desired outcomes. Generally formulates clear decision criteria; evaluates options by considering implications and consequences; chooses an effective option. Implements decisions or initiates action within a reasonable time. Generally includes work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups in the decision-making process as warranted to obtain good information, make the most appropriate decisions, and ensure buy-in and understanding of the resulting decisions. Technical  Aircraft Knowledge Basic knowledge of airspace requirements and scheduling agencies (e.g., Department of Defense, Federal Aviation Administration).  Customer Operational Tasks Basic knowledge and ability to perform customer operational tasks (e.g., weapons delivery, aerial refueling, Night Vision Systems (NVS) operations, over water navigation). The ability to comprehend program related operational requirements.  Flight Safety General knowledge of company and industry safety initiatives and strategies to reduce the world aircraft accident rate. Knowledge of operational flight safety, including industry-wide current safety topics (e.g., approach and landing, upset, Controlled Flight into Terrain [CFIT]).  Flight Theory General knowledge of theory of flight, aerodynamics, and basic meteorology. Typical Education/Experience   Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and 2 or more years' experience or a Master's degree with experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Other Job related information   Prefer qualified AH-64D Pilot with a current medical and a Commercial Pilots Certificate. Prefer AH-64D Maintenance Test Pilot Course and the AH-64D Instructor Pilot Course. Must pass a flight check prior to employment. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/transportation-production-test-pilot-level-2-wa-washington-200636744.htmWed, 11 Nov 2009 16:05:07 +0000168031Serving as second-in-command, assists in planning and conducting safe acceptance flight tests on transport production aircraft. Assists in conducting safe delivery, ferry, military and functional check flights on production and non-production transport category planes. Job requires Federal Aviation Administration - Airline Transport Pilot (FAA ATP) or Commercial certificate with the appropriate endorsements. Works under general supervision. Competencies   General  Adaptability Generally understands changes in own and others' work-group tasks and situations as well as the logic or basis for change; generally seeks information about changes affecting own and fellow employees' jobs. Treats changes and new situations as opportunities for learning or growth; focuses on the beneficial aspects of change; speaks positively about the change to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups. Quickly modifies behavior to deal effectively with changes in the work environment; readily tries new approaches appropriate for new or changed situations; does not persist with ineffective behaviors.  Communication Generally clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Usually keeps the audience engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames the message in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Generally seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Accurately interprets messages from others and responds appropriately.  Continuous Learning Usually seeks and uses feedback from own work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups and other sources of information to identify appropriate areas for learning. Generally identifies and participates in appropriate learning activities (e.g., courses, reading, self-study, coaching, experiential learning) that help fulfill learning needs. Participates in learning activities in a way that makes the most of the learning experience (e.g., takes notes, asks questions, critically analyzes information, keeps on-the-job application in mind, does required tasks). Puts new knowledge, understanding, or skill to practical use on the job; furthers learning through trial and error. Occasionally places self in unfamiliar or uncomfortable situations in order to ask questions and learn.  Contributing To Team Success Makes procedural or process suggestions to work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups for achieving team goals or performing team functions; tries to provide necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to help the team accomplish its goals; listens to and fully involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents; shares important or relevant information with the team; adheres to the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team.  Customer Focus Considers customers and their needs when performing and/or working with others on routine tasks; supports others and occasionally becomes directly involved in developing and sustaining customer relationships; assists more experienced employees in seeking information to understand customers' circumstances, problems, expectations, and needs; prepares information which more experienced employees will share with customers to build their understanding of issues and capabilities; considers how day-to-day actions or plans affect customers; responds quickly to help others address customer needs and resolve problems.  Decision Making Recognizes a variety of issues, problems, or opportunities in own and occasionally in other work groups and determines whether action is needed; identifies the need for and collects information to better understand issues, problems, and opportunities. Generally integrates information from a variety of sources; detects general trends, associations, and cause-effect relationships. Creates relevant options for addressing problems/opportunities and achieving desired outcomes. Generally formulates clear decision criteria; evaluates options by considering implications and consequences; chooses an effective option. Implements decisions or initiates action within a reasonable time. Generally includes work group members, direct supervisor, and occasionally members of others work groups in the decision-making process as warranted to obtain good information, make the most appropriate decisions, and ensure buy-in and understanding of the resulting decisions. Technical  Aircraft Knowledge Basic knowledge of airspace requirements and scheduling agencies (e.g., Department of Defense, Federal Aviation Administration).  Airspace Requirements Basic knowledge of airspace requirements and scheduling agencies (e.g., Department of Defense, Federal Aviation Administration).  Flight Safety General knowledge of company and industry safety initiatives and strategies to reduce the world aircraft accident rate. Knowledge of operational flight safety, including industry-wide current safety topics (e.g., approach and landing, upset, Controlled Flight into Terrain [CFIT]).  Flight Theory General knowledge of theory of flight, aerodynamics, and basic meteorology. Typical Education/Experience   Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's and 2 or more years' experience or a Master's degree with experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Other Job related information   An advanced degree is desirable. Prior experience on Boeing commercial airplanes is highly desirable. Test pilot school graduate is highly desirable. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/guidance-nav-control-engr-56-ca-california-200633883.htmMon, 09 Nov 2009 15:20:37 +0000164614Flight and Control subsystem engineer to oversee the following activities: work with system engineering to develop and manage spacecraft requirements, architecture and design, unit and software requirements (including algorithms), detail design and analysis (control, dynamics, autonomy, support, sensors and actuators), support and review unit and software development, Flight subsystem integration and validation, system integration and test support, mission support and flight requirements verification. Develops cost and time effective, creative solutions, and disposition of issues to assure customer satisfaction. Mentors others. Works independently. Leads, organizes and resolves cross-divisional problems to provide technical assistance to internal/external customers. Performs a wide variety of complex trades studies to meet program requirements. Communicate plans and status to upper management and customer. Competencies General Coaching/Teaching Consistently and proactively clarifies expected behaviors, knowledge, and level of proficiency by seeking and giving information and checking for understanding; provides advanced instruction, positive models, and opportunities for observation to help team leaders, managers and internal employees develop skills; encourages questions to ensure understanding. Consistently and proactively gives timely, appropriate feedback on performance; reinforces efforts and progress. Consistently and proactively establishes good interpersonal relationships by helping team leaders, managers and internal employees, feel valued, appreciated, and included in discussions. Communication Consistently and proactively clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Guiders others in keeping their audience thoroughly engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Frames highly complex and or advanced information in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Regularly seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used. Attends to both direct and indirect messages from others; correctly interprets messages and responds appropriately. Mentors and advises fellow project leads and other internal employees on effective communication techniques. Project Management Recognized enterprise experience in creating comprehensive multi-tiered project schedules for significant organization, enterprise and business unit projects identifying time frames for key project milestones and ensure alignment of sub tier activities for overall project visibility, tracking and completion. Directs and manages more complex project schedules requiring interfacing with multi regional or international activities. Independently identifies project resource requirements, integrates and directs multi project elements into a single collective overall project plan. Collaborates with others on the most complex projects assigned. As an enterprise role model demonstrates ability to direct, delegate and ensure performance of assigned responsibilities and tasks as a project team leader in support of enterprise wide or extremely complex large-scale projects. Identifies and resolves any issues to ensure the successful completion of the project. Systems Thinking Consistently and proactively evaluates job tasks and processes on how well they help meet program/project objective(s); identifies non-value-adding components and barriers. Expertly formulates complex change strategies; frequently seeks input from others to evaluate options for change and encourage buy-in. Makes appropriate changes to job/role structures and processes by assigning accountability appropriately, communicating effectively, focusing on new skill development, and integrating with related systems or processes. Uses accurate measurement systems to monitor the implementation. Technical GNC Design and Integration Basic - Advanced, expert knowledge of controls, navigation and guidance methods as applied to aircraft, weapons and space vehicle design. Includes advanced education and experience with applied classical and modern control theory, system trade studies, architecture and integration, electromechanical system and equipment design and specification including management of supplier developed hardware, software and prototyping, vehicle handling and performance and pilot interfaces. Preferred - Highly advanced, expert knowledge of controls, navigation and guidance methods as applied to aircraft, weapons and space vehicle design. Includes advanced education and experience with applied classical and modern control theory, system trade studies, architecture and integration, electromechanical system and equipment design and specification including management of supplier developed hardware, software and prototyping, vehicle handling and performance and pilot interfaces. GNC Requirements Basic - Advanced, expert ability to create system level requirements for GNC systems and allocate those requirements down to the component level. Knowledge of military specifications, government regulations, customer needs, GNC system and component capabilities, and architectures. Preferred - Highly advanced, expert ability to create system level requirements for GNC systems and allocate those requirements down to the component level. Knowledge of military specifications, government regulations, customer needs, GNC system and component capabilities, and architectures. Tech Verification/Validation Basic - Advanced expert knowledge of technical data verification and validation practices (e.g., Technical review of Engineering Data, Laboratory simulation, or actual procedure demonstration). Advises company management on innovative advanced technical ideas and solutions. Preferred - Highly advanced, expert knowledge in technical data verification and validation practices (e.g., Technical review of Engineering Data, Laboratory simulation, or actual procedure demonstration). Consults within the industry on highly advanced and strategic technical ideas and solutions. Typical Education/Experience Level 5 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's with experience, Master's with experience or PhD with experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Level 6 - Degree and typical experience in engineering classification: Bachelor's proven experience, Master's with proven experience or PhD with proven experience. Bachelor, Master or Doctorate of Science degree from an accredited course of study, in engineering, computer science, mathematics, physics or chemistry. ABET is the preferred, although not required, accreditation standard. Other Job related information Ability to Obtain Interim and/or Final Clearances (Post Start) - Candidate must be eligible to live and work in the U.S. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/trnsp-techsafety-pilot-45-wa-washington-200633880.htmMon, 09 Nov 2009 15:04:58 +0000164600Level 4/5 - Reporting to the Chief Test Pilot, Boeing Test and Evaluation, and working in support of the Boeing Business Jet organization, the BBJ Chief Pilot serves as the Boeing Company expert on all aspects of Flight Operations of Boeing products in VIP service. Plans, coordinates and conducts delivery, ferry, support and functional check flights on multiple models of Boeing production and post-production modified aircraft destined for VIP service. Works with the Flight Technical and Flight Operations Engineering organizations to assist customers with flight crew related technical inquiries regarding operating Boeing aircraft in VIP service. Serves as the company flight crew spokesperson at Business Aircraft conferences and conventions. Job requires FAA ATP certificate with the appropriate endorsements (B737 minimum). Job requires qualification as a Boeing Production Captain on multiple models - will consider training applicants to obtain this qualification. Competencies General Communication Consistently clarifies purpose and importance; stresses major points; follows a logical sequence. Consistently keeps the audience thoroughly engaged through use of techniques such as analogies, illustrations, humor, an appealing style, body language, and voice inflection. Consistently frames even complex messages in line with audience experience, background, and expectations; uses terms, examples, and analogies that are meaningful to the audience. Consistently seeks input from audience; checks understanding; presents message in different ways to enhance understanding. Uses syntax, pace, volume, diction, and mechanics appropriate to the media being used; attends to both direct and indirect messages from others; correctly interprets messages and responds appropriately. Advises fellow project leads and other internal employees in effective communication techniques. Contributing To Team Success Consistently makes procedural or process suggestions to work group members, fellow project leads, other internal employees, and external customers for achieving team goals or performing team functions; provides necessary resources or helps to remove obstacles to team accomplishments. Listens to and fully involves others in team decisions and actions; values and uses individual differences and talents. Shares important or relevant information with the team. Adheres to the team's expectations and guidelines; fulfills team responsibilities; demonstrates personal commitment to the team. Decision Making Consistently recognizes a wide range of complex, specialized issues, problems, or opportunities in own work group, across the organization and with external customers; determines whether action is needed. Steadily identifies the need for and collects information to better understand issues, problems, and opportunities. Regularly integrates complex information from a wide variety of sources; detects complex trends, associations, and cause-effect relationships. Consistently creates relevant options for addressing problems/opportunities and achieving desired outcomes. Formulates clear decision criteria; evaluates options by considering implications and consequences; chooses an effective option. Consistently implements decisions or initiates action within a reasonable time. Regularly includes fellow project leads, employees across the organization, and external customers in the decision-making process as warranted to obtain good information, make the most appropriate decisions, and ensure buy-in and understanding of the resulting decisions. Planning And Organizing Identifies more critical and less critical activities and assignments; adjusts priorities when appropriate. Proactively determines project or assignment requirements by breaking them down into tasks and identifying types of equipment, materials, and people needed. Effectively allocates appropriate amounts of time for completing own work; avoids scheduling conflicts. Is an expert at taking advantage of available resources (individuals, processes, departments, and tools) to complete work efficiently; coordinates with internal and external partners. Uses time effectively and prevents irrelevant issues or distractions from interfering with work completion. Technical Aircraft Performance Data Basic - Extensive, specialized knowledge of aerodynamic and propulsion principles and their application in developing aircraft performance data. Extensive, specialized knowledge of associated regulatory requirements and related impact on aircraft performance data. Utilize this knowledge to resolve customer issues, to design and develop products, and to mentor less experienced personnel. Preferred - Advanced, expert knowledge of aerodynamic and propulsion principles and their application in developing aircraft performance data. Advanced, expert knowledge of associated regulatory requirements and related impact on aircraft performance data. Utilize this knowledge to resolve customer issues, to design and develop future products, to mentor colleagues, and to represent the company at an industry level. Recognized as company expert in a specific aircraft performance discipline. Flight Aviation Regulations Basic - Extensive knowledge of flight aviation regulations (e.g., Federal Aviation Administration [FAA], Joint Aviation Agency [JAA], International Civil Aviation Organization [ICAO]). The ability to mentor and conduct train the trainer classes on the subject matter. Preferred - Extensive knowledge of flight aviation regulations (e.g., Federal Aviation Administration [FAA], Joint Aviation Agency [JAA], International Civil Aviation Organization [ICAO]). The ability to mentor and conduct train the trainer classes on the subject matter. Flight Procedures Basic - Advanced knowledge and ability to demonstrate, all flight maneuvers required to operate the aircraft by the safest and most efficient means. Knowledge of operational systems and procedures for out-of-production craft. Preferred - Extensive knowledge and ability to demonstrate, all flight maneuvers required to operate the aircraft by the safest and most efficient means. Knowledge of operational systems and procedures for out-of-production craft. The ability to mentor and conduct train the trainer classes on the subject matter. Flight Safety Basic - Extensive and specialized knowledge company and industry safety initiatives and strategies to reduce the world aircraft accident rate. Knowledge of operational flight safety, including industry-wide current safety topics (e.g., approach and landing, upset, Controlled Flight into Terrain [CFIT]). Preferred - Advanced/expert company and industry safety initiatives and strategies to reduce the world aircraft accident rate. Knowledge of operational flight safety, including industry-wide current safety topics (e.g., approach and landing, upset, Controlled Flight into Terrain [CFIT]). Typical Education/Experience Level 4 - Technical bachelor's degree and proven related work experience or a Master's degree with experience or a PhD degree with typically related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A technical degree is defined as any four year degree, or greater, in a mathematic, scientific or information technology field of study. Level 5 - Technical bachelor's degree and related work experience or a Master's degree with experience or a PhD degree with related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience. A technical degree is defined as any four year degree, or greater, in a mathematic, scientific or information technology field of study. Other Job related information Applies advanced knowledge to coordinate post aircraft modification Functional Check Flights at domestic and international locations for US and foreign registered aircraft. Applies advanced knowledge of and experience with International operation of corporate Boeing VIP products to serve as company spokesperson at business aircraft industry events. Presents to large audiences of customers and media regarding capabilities and performance of Boeing VIP product offerings. Work experience must include significant Pilot in Command experience in the operation of Boeing aircraft. Highly desirable to have significant experience in VIP/Executive flight operations, International flight operations and production or acceptance flight testing. *** Please note that depending on the specific position, you may be required to pass additional medical tests, credit checks, and/or other requirements. These additional items are required for the Company to comply with various laws and regulatory rules.*** Every job requisition has specific and unique requirements listed under 'Description', 'Competencies', and 'Education'. Applicants will increase their opportunities for consideration by demonstrating compatibility with these requirements in their resumes. The job specifications - including competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics), job-relevant work experience, education, and other requirements described in this requisition - will be the basis for applicant screening, including resume reviews, structured interviews and any other assessments used to support the hiring decision. All candidates considered for this position may be required to participate in a structured interview. The structured interview is a standardized method of evaluating candidates' job-related competencies to support an objective selection and promotion process. http://www.flightglobal.com/jobs/job/plane-captain-aircraft-servicer-f-18-and-av-8-ca-california-200626425.htmFri, 30 Oct 2009 16:15:02 +0000190267Job Description: Perform scheduled/unscheduled maintenance on applicable T/M/S aircraft. Perform flight line essential services and other maintenance related actions as directed to support the daily VX-31 Flight Schedule. Shall be licensed to drive and operate Ground Support Equipment. All Aircraft Servicer's will be Plane Captain certified IAW a Government approved certification process for each T/M/S applicable to their background experience and/or documented equivalent training for the applicable T/M/S they cross train to support. The Aircraft Servicer services aircraft, performing any combination of the following tasks: directs incoming and outgoing aircraft near terminal or flight line parking area to assist pilot's maneuvering of the aircraft on the ground, using hand or light signals or drives light truck with guiding sign, and secures aircraft in parking position with chocks and tie downs. Additionally, Servicers do the following tasks: aircraft flight line servicing, operates service vehicles to replenish fuel, oil, water, waste system chemicals, oxygen, hydraulic fluid, and to remove waste, enters in the maintenance records description of the servicing performed, checks for fuel contamination by draining sumps and fuel drains; operates ground support equipment such as electrical power supply, tow tractors, aircraft jacks, hydraulic jenny, and engine starting units, examines tires for specified air pressure and condition, assists in jacking and towing aircraft, removes and replaces defective tires, positions and removes boarding platforms to unload or load aircraft passengers, unloads and loads aircraft stores, PODs, ordnance and cargo, and cleans exterior or interior of aircraft, hanger deck periodic housekeeping and fluid spills using portable platform ladders, brushes, rags, water hose, cleaning compound applicator and mobile vacuum. Qualifications: Candidates are strongly recommended to be a high school graduate and shall have completed the appropriate Navy Skill Specialty T/M/S Class "C" school in airframe, electronic, avionics, hydraulic, or power plants and related systems training or equivalent USMC/ USCG equivalent. Shall have minimum of 2 years experience in Organizational Level maintenance in the specific VX-31 T/M/S aircraft hired to maintain. Shall have a valid United States driver's license. Be eligible to qualify for a Secret Level Clearance. (Note multiple VX-31 Detachment locations require Secret Level clearances for Flight Line access.) T/M/S aircraft Plane Captain qualification, tow tractor, duct driver and shipboard firefighting experience is desired. It is preferred to have 2 years T/M/S experience within the last 2 years. The applicable T/M/S experience requirement is waiverable by the Project Officer. Be eligible to qualify for a Secret Level Clearance. (Note multiple VX-31 Detachment locations require Secret Level clearances for Flight Line access.) Disqualifiers: No Organizational Level aircraft maintenance experience, no applicable VX-31 T/M/S Organizational Level experience, no valid United States driver's license, inability to qualify for a Secret Level Clearance, inability to deploy for detachments.