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Airplane Pilot (Title 32 Excepted Service)

Location: 148 OSS FT, Duluth, MN

Position Type: Air National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service

Position Summary

The Air National Guard is seeking a qualified Airplane Pilot to conduct advanced military flight operations. The incumbent will pilot single or multi-engine high-performance military fighter aircraft on tactical and non-tactical missions. This role requires technical precision, adherence to safety parameters, and expert knowledge of aircraft systems under normal and emergency conditions.

Major Duties

• Execute flight procedures, precision instrument navigation, and standard maneuvers in all weather conditions.
• Perform comprehensive pre-flight planning, including weather analysis, fuel requirements, weight distribution, and crew briefings.
• Coordinate with ground units and controlling activities to ensure flight safety and mission success.
• Complete post-flight requirements, including log maintenance, flight reports, and coordination with maintenance personnel.
• Serve as the Supervisor of Flying (SOF) as a representative of the Air Commander, with authority to direct emergency actions, divert aircraft, or cancel flight operations.
• Rotate through operational support roles, including Training and Scheduling, mission planning, and safety program management.

Qualifications

Education

• An undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university is mandatory. A graduate degree is preferred.
• Must possess Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certifications or aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools.

Experience

• Must have at least two years of experience in civilian aviation, military aviation (active or reserve), or within an Air National Guard Wing/Operations Group.
• Graduation from USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT) is required.
• Qualified experience in piloting fixed-wing, rotary, or remotely piloted aircraft (RPA).
• Must hold a military grade of Officer (1st Lt/O2 through Lt Col/O5).

Conditions of Employment

• Membership in the Minnesota Air National Guard is required.
• Selectees must be assigned to a compatible military position and maintain a compatible Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC).
• Must be eligible for and maintain a federal security clearance; employment is subject to a federal background investigation.
• Must maintain the same medical standards as USAF military pilots.
• Required to wear the military uniform.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Position may be subject to a two-year trial period and/or a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Minnesota National Guard is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetic information.