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Airplane Pilot (C-130) – Wyoming Air National Guard

Position Title: Airplane Pilot

Position Description Number: PDD0253P02

Organization: 153d Operations Support Squadron, Wyoming Air National Guard

Employment Type: Title 32 Dual Status Technician, Excepted Service

Position Summary

The Wyoming Air National Guard is seeking a qualified Airplane Pilot for the 153d Operations Support Squadron. The primary mission of this role is to pilot the C-130 aircraft and provide essential administrative support to the Air Operations program. This position requires active military affiliation with the Wyoming Air National Guard.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Pilot advanced multi-engine military aircraft on tactical and non-tactical missions using precision instrument flight techniques.
• Conduct comprehensive flight planning, including weather analysis, route determination, fuel requirements, and regulatory flight plan filing.
• Perform pre-flight inspections, including weight and balance verification, maintenance status checks, and crew/passenger briefings.
• Ensure safe aircraft operation by adhering to flight manuals, coordinating with ground control, and executing emergency procedures as necessary.
• Execute post-flight duties, including log maintenance, reporting, and coordination with maintenance personnel.
• Serve as the Air Commander’s representative in the capacity of Supervisor of Flying (SOF), ensuring mission efficiency and safety.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Education: Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university. A graduate degree is considered optimal.
• Certification: Must possess Federal Aviation Administration pilot certificates or appropriate military aviation certifications/ratings in the C-130H.
• Training: Graduation from USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT).
• Specialized Experience: Minimum of 24 months of experience in aviation programs (civilian or military) and at least 24 months of experience piloting or instructing in C-130 aircraft. This must include experience in operational planning, safety program management, mission preparation, and airspace management.
• Military Requirement: Must possess AFSC 11M (C-130 Mobility Pilot).
• Medical: Must maintain medical standards required for USAF military pilots.
• Licensing: Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Conditions of Employment

• Must become a military member of the Wyoming Air National Guard prior to appointment.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance for access to classified information.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial air.
• Work schedule may include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Position is subject to a two-year trial period and federal background investigation.
• Must be in a compatible military grade (O-2/1Lt to O-5/Lt Col).
• Technicians are paid via Direct Deposit/Electronic Funds Transfer (DD/EFT).
• Acceptance of this position may terminate certain military incentives, including SRIP and TRICARE Reserve Select.

Application Requirements

Applicants must submit a vMPF Rip, DVR, or CDB along with their resume. Experience must be documented with specific dates (MM/YYYY) and hours worked per week. Interested candidates should review the full vacancy announcement on the official federal employment portal to ensure all documentation is provided as required.