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Airplane Pilot (T32) - Air National Guard

Location: Duluth, MN

Unit: 148 OSS FT

Position Type: Air National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service

Position Summary

The 148th Operations Support Squadron is seeking a qualified Airplane Pilot (GS-2181-13). This position involves piloting advanced, high-performance military fighter aircraft on tactical and non-tactical missions. The incumbent serves as a representative of the Air Commander, performing duties as a Supervisor of Flying (SOF) and maintaining operational readiness in all flight parameters and weather conditions.

Core Duties

• Operate advanced single or multi-engine military aircraft using precision instrument flight techniques.
• Execute comprehensive flight planning, including weather analysis, route navigation, fuel calculations, and filing flight plans.
• Perform all pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight procedures, ensuring compliance with flight manual parameters and safety protocols.
• Maintain mission qualifications and deep knowledge of aircraft systems under normal and emergency conditions.
• Serve as Supervisor of Flying (SOF), with the authority to manage mission requirements, coordinate with the FAA, and direct emergency actions.
• Rotate into functional support roles, including Training and Scheduling, Operational Planning, and Safety program administration.
• Conduct technical analysis of safety data and investigate incidents to ensure organizational compliance with Air Force, ANG, and OSHA directives.

Requirements and Conditions of Employment

• Must be or be eligible to become a member of the Minnesota Air National Guard.
• Must wear the prescribed military uniform.
• Graduation from USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT).
• Must maintain medical standards equivalent to USAF military pilots.
• Possession of an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university.
• Must hold FAA certifications from accredited civilian programs or equivalent aviation certifications from military aviation schools.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Must obtain and maintain a compatible Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC).
• Subject to a background investigation and federal employment suitability check.
• Two-year trial period per EO 14284.

Qualifications

• Experience: At least two years of specialized experience in civilian aviation programs, military service aviation programs, or Air National Guard Operations groups.
• Competencies: Demonstrated proficiency in piloting fixed-wing, rotary, or remotely piloted aircraft (RPA).
• Military Grade: Officer (1st Lt/O2 to Lt Col/O5).
• Education: Graduate degree from an accredited institution is preferred.

Additional Information

This position is an Excepted Service role requiring active membership in the Minnesota Air National Guard in a compatible AFSC. Employment is contingent upon meeting all military and federal requirements. The Minnesota National Guard is an Equal Opportunity Employer.