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The Worldwide Aviation Support Services (WASS) program, an AAR business, headquartered in Rockledge, FL, provides global, world-class expeditionary and conventional aviation solutions to the US Department of State Air Wing.

Role Description:

Provide rotary wing operational support for the Department of State INL/A program in support of the US Embassy, Iraq. This position is based in Iraq on a 80/40 rotation schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Fly both single and multi-ship day, night, and Night Vision Goggle (NVG) missions, primarily under Visual Meteorological Conditions..

• Maintain NVG currency and Instrument proficiency.
• Ensure compliance with all INL/A Program Directive (PD), Aircrew Training Manuals (ATM), and ATP requirements.
• Ensure proper flight kit is aboard.
• Ensure that required airworthiness inspections have been accomplished and any previous discrepancies have been corrected or properly deferred in accordance with the MEL for that aircraft (as applicable).
• Supervise or accomplish the aircraft preflight inspection and preparation.
• Ensure proper loading, distributing, and security of cargo and passengers.
• Ensure that carry-on baggage is placed in cargo area, if required.
• Determine aircraft weight and balance is within prescribed limits.
• Prepare aircraft flight maintenance log, load manifest and discrepancy record form and ensure that a copy of each is delivered to the Site Manager for filing upon the completion of each flight assignment.
• Retain final responsibility for the logging of aircraft flight time and the filing and closing of flight plans and preparation of flight and duty time records.
• Supervise the crew on a daily basis.
• Conduct the briefing of all passengers prior to each take-off or assigns direct reports this duty but retains responsibility.
• Delegate functions to other direct reports but retains overall responsibility.
• Perform occasional CONUS travel as required.
• Perform other aviation duties as assigned.
• U.S. Secret Security clearance required.

Basic Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• FAA Commercial and Instrument Airman Certificate Rotorcraft Helicopter. 
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit. 
• Host nation language proficiency per contract requirement.
• 1,500 total rotary wing flight hours including 500 hours of turbine engine time.
• Night Vision Goggle NVG qualified and 300 hours of NVG experience.
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate. 
• Strong English speaking and written communication skill. 
• UH-60 A/L/M, SH-60 Series, MH-60 series or HH-60 series.
• Ability to pass physical screening.
• Passport with 18 months remaining.

Compensation and Benefits: 

• Salaried Position.
• 80/40  Rotation schedule, work schedule 72 hours weekly.
• Competitive salary and bonus package.
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities.

AAR is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We encourage applications from people of all races, ethnic origins, religions, abilities, sexual orientations, gender identities, or expressions. We are dedicated to the health and safety of our people, our customers, and the communities where we live and work.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.