IPA‘s business model is based on providing the highest quality Service, Training and Consulting to governments, agencies and companies that seek a trusted partner with a solid track record providing assured service excellence. The combined hands-on experience of IPA‘s professional staff in security, combating terrorism, and providing unique services ranging from Crisis Management to Maritime Programs has provided a deep understanding of all aspects of Client interests worldwide. Our clientele include those entities whose personnel operate in high threat areas and have equipment and/or facilities at risk or simply desire to enjoy discrete lifestyle and wish to reduce liability worldwide.
IPA is proud to be a Service Disabled Veteran Owned Small Business (SDVOSB).
International Preparedness Associates, Inc. (IPA) is a subcontractor to Northrop Grumman on prime contract to the U.S. Government‘s Counter Narco- Terrorism Technology Program (CNTPO) Operations and Training program. Specifically IPA is responsible for planning, training, and execution of U.S. Special Operations and DEA operational missions and the conduct of in-country training of student pilots to fly the Mi-17 rotary wing aircraft in support of the Ministry of Interior (MoI)-CN Air Squadron. IPA also provides orientation and mission training for CSTC-A Minister of Defense (MoD) and MoI mentors. IPA‘s instructor pilots provide hands on training in the configuring of the aircraft for missions and provide coordination of training missions with CSTC-A officials. Our instructor pilots are responsible for leading, training and advising student pilots progressively to full mission qualification over all country unique terrain conditions and weather conditions.
Functions: Pilots may also be required to travel to remote locations to support resolution of unscheduled aircraft readiness issues. The typical workweek is Saturday through Thursday eight (8) hours per day for a normal 48 hour work-week. Pilots may be required to provide labor hours in excess of 48 hours per workweek to include holiday and weekends, as well as during irregular times and shifts based upon operations and exercises. Duty hours/shifts are arranged to support mission requirements and operational readiness rate and utilize a flexible work schedule.
Requirements:
IPA is seeking a qualified Safety Officer with the following qualifications:
Minimum 2500 flight hours
IP qualified
Must be a FAA CFI or graduate from a Military instructor pilot course
Mi -17 Helicopter experience preferred but transition training provided for candidates that otherwise meet position requirements
Candidates should display initiative, be able to adapt to change, follow direction and display a team attitude
NVG Qualified
Graduate of the Army‘s Aviation Safety Officer‘s Course