Air National Guard Units | Pilot

Job Title: Airplane Pilot (National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service)

Location: Montana Air National Guard, 120 OSS

Position Description: D0253P02

Military Grades: O4/Maj - O5/Lt Col

Position Summary

The Airplane Pilot is responsible for flying advanced, single or multi-engine military aircraft, including high-performance fighter aircraft, on both tactical and non-tactical missions. The incumbent utilizes precision instrument flight techniques and maintains a comprehensive knowledge of aircraft systems under normal, instrument, and emergency conditions. This position is a non-bargaining unit, Title 32 Excepted Service role within the Montana Air National Guard.

Core Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct pre-flight preparations, including weather analysis, route planning, weight and balance verification, and crew/passenger briefings.
• Execute flight operations while adhering to technical manual parameters, maintaining effective communication with ground units, and ensuring operational safety.
• Complete post-flight requirements, including log maintenance, reporting, and coordination with maintenance personnel.
• Serve as the Air Commander’s representative when performing Supervisor of Flying (SOF) duties.
• Perform rotational administrative tasks in functional areas including Training and Scheduling, Plans, Safety, and Inspector General support.

Requirements and Conditions of Employment

• Military Membership: National Guard membership is mandatory. Applicants must either currently be members or be eligible for immediate membership in the Montana Air National Guard.
• Uniform Requirements: Selectees must wear the military uniform.
• Security Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance; work may involve access to classified information.
• Medical Standards: Must maintain the same medical standards as USAF military pilots.
• Availability: Must be available to work non-traditional hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays. Travel for conferences and meetings may be required.
• Compliance: Mandatory participation in direct deposit; compliance with Selective Service registration (for males born after 31 December 1959).

Qualifications

Education and Certification

• Degree: Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university (transcripts required).
• UFT: Graduation from USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT).
• Aviation Certification: Must possess FAA certifications or certifications from an accredited military aviation school.
• AFSC: Must be AFSC qualified in 11M3C or able to qualify within six months of hire.

Experience

• General Experience: Demonstrated understanding of basic aviation principles and concepts.
• Specialized Experience: Minimum of two years of experience in civilian or military aviation programs (active duty, reserve, or National Guard).
• Technical Proficiency: Documented experience in piloting and instructing specific main-frame military aircraft, mission planning, crew briefing, navigation, in-flight refueling, and the application of flight theory and meteorology.
• Administrative and Safety: Proven experience in unit safety programs (OSHA/Air Force directives), quality control management, and the development of operational plans and policies.

Note: Candidates must address all general and specialized experience requirements in detail within their resume to be considered.