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Job Title: Airplane Pilot (C-130)

Position Overview: The Wyoming Air National Guard (153d Operations Support Squadron) is seeking a qualified Airplane Pilot for a Title 32 Dual Status Technician Excepted Service position. This role is responsible for piloting C-130 aircraft and providing essential administrative support to the Air Operations program. Candidates must maintain active military affiliation with the Wyoming Air National Guard.

Core Responsibilities

• Operate advanced multi-engine military aircraft on tactical and non-tactical missions using precision instrument flight techniques.
• Execute comprehensive flight planning, including weather analysis, route determination, fuel requirements, and pre-flight inspections.
• Ensure the safety of crew and passengers through thorough briefings and adherence to established flight manuals and emergency procedures.
• Manage post-flight documentation, including log maintenance, flight reporting, and coordination with maintenance personnel regarding service conditions.
• Serve as the Supervisor of Flying (SOF) on behalf of the Air Commander, ensuring safe and efficient unit mission accomplishment.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Education: Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university.
• Flight Training: Graduation from USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT).
• Certification: Possession of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificates or appropriate military aviation certifications.
• Specialized Experience: Minimum of 24 months of experience in aviation programs (military or civilian) and at least 24 months of experience piloting or instructing in C-130 aircraft. This includes demonstrated competency in mission planning, unit safety programs, and operational risk management.
• Military Compatibility: Must possess AFSC 11M (C-130 Mobility Pilot). Candidates must be in or eligible for military grades O-2/1Lt through O-5/Lt Col.
• Licensing: Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Conditions of Employment

• Must obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance for access to classified information.
• Must maintain medical standards required for USAF military pilots.
• Must be available for travel by air as required by mission parameters.
• Position may require work outside of standard business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Successful completion of a two-year trial period may be required.
• Employment is contingent upon a successful federal background investigation.
• Acceptance of this position may terminate specific military incentives, including Selected Reserve Incentive Program (SRIP) and TRICARE Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility.
• Relocation expenses are not authorized; selected candidates are responsible for all moving costs.

Application Requirements

This position is open to current active-duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve, and Air National Guard members. Applicants must submit a vMPF Rip, DVR, or CDB along with their professional resume via the official federal employment portal. All candidates must ensure their resume includes specific dates (MM/YYYY) and hours worked per week for each listed experience to be considered for qualification.