LUH-72A Lakota Instructor Pilot

Description

The Airborne Solutions (AirS) Division within the Airborne Mission Solutions Business Area of Leidos is seeking a LUH72A Lakota Instructor Pilot to support the Army National Guard (ANG) Aviation Training Services and Operational Support (ATSOS) program in Marana, Arizona. This role places you at the center of a mission that directly strengthens Army National Guard aviation readiness through advanced flight training, simulation instruction, and schoolhouse support across the One Army School System (OASS).

As the prime contractor for ATSOS, Leidos delivers a full spectrum of aviation training capabilities-including platform instruction, simulation operations, classroom academics, and Aviation Life Support Equipment (ALSE) support. This position offers a unique opportunity to apply your expertise in a highimpact environment where your instruction shapes the next generation of Army aviators.

You will provide inflight instruction on LUH72A aircraft, lead instructor qualification courses, support readiness level progressions, and contribute to both regional and foreign military training. Instructor Pilots also perform Instructor Operator duties and deliver platform academic instruction in alignment with AR 951, TRADOC Programs of Instruction (POI), UH60 dATM, and AATS SOPs. All activities must meet the standards outlined in DCMA INST 82101D.

This is an exciting opportunity to bring your aviation experience to a mission that truly matters.

• Maintain training records for formal course students and ATP documentation for readiness level (RL) progression trainees.

• Deliver instruction and evaluation to student pilots in accordance with AATSapproved Training Support Packages.

• Conduct daily academic instruction for approved POIs, including Aircraft Qualification, Instructor Pilot, Aircraft Standardization, Maintenance Test Pilot, and Aviation Tactics Instructor Courses (ATIC).

• Lead premission planning and afteraction reviews for all flight and simulation events.

• Fulfill all ATP requirements per DCMA INST 82101D, AR 951, and applicable dATMs, including participation in the NoNotice Evaluation Program.

• Coordinate daily tasks such as schedules and leave to support AATS training requirements and schoolhouse accreditation.

• Ensure compliance with Army, National Guard, and AATS policies, procedures, and regulations.

• Collaborate with the GFR to verify contractor qualifications for aviationtraining tasks per DCMA INST 82101D.

• Report Instructor Flight and Operations data for the Task Order Monthly Report.

• High School Diploma with 8 years' experience or Bachelor's Degree with 4 years' experience.

• Instructor Pilot experience with at least 250 military IP flight hours and/or 2 years of IP experience at a USAACEapproved or OASSaccredited program.

• USAACE/AATS (or equivalent) IP qualification in the aircraft type assigned.

• Instructor Training Course (ITC) or ABIC qualification, or ability to complete AATSprovided ABIC within 12 months of hire.

• FAA Commercial Pilot or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.

• FAA Second Class Medical or Army Class 2 FDME (per DCMA 8210.1D).

• Experience as SP, IE, and/or IP in an OASS school, MTOE, or TDA organization at company or battalion level.

• Meet instructor qualification requirements per TR 35010 and TR 35070.

• Adhere to DCMA INST 8210.1D for all Rated and NonRated Crewmember operations.

• Complete ACTE qualification and sustainment training per TC 304.11.

• Hold a favorable background investigation or security clearance appropriate to the information accessed.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

• Instructor Pilot experience at EAATS, HAATS, WAATS, or the U.S. Army Aviation Training Center.

• USAACEqualified Instrument Flight Examiner (IFE) preferred.

At Leidos, we don't want someone who "fits the mold"-we want someone who melts it down and builds something better. This is a role for the restless, the over-caffeinated, the ones who ask, "what's next?" before the dust settles on "what's now."

If you're already scheming step 20 while everyone else is still debating step 2... good. You'll fit right in.

For U.S. Positions: While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline onlyand not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.

About Leidos

Leidos is an industry and technology leader serving government and commercial customers with smarter, more efficient digital and mission innovations. Headquartered in Reston, Virginia, with 47,000 global employees, Leidos reported annual revenues of approximately $16.7 billion for the fiscal year ended January 3, 2025. For more information, visit www.Leidos.com.

Pay and Benefits

Pay and benefits are fundamental to any career decision. That's why we craft compensation packages that reflect the importance of the work we do for our customers. Employment benefits include competitive compensation, Health and Wellness programs, Income Protection, Paid Leave and Retirement. More details are available at www.leidos.com/careers/pay-benefits.

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Commitment to Non-Discrimination

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, ethnicity, age, national origin, citizenship, religion, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, family structure, marital status, ancestry, domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Leidos will also consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories consistent with relevant laws.