Air National Guard Units | Pilot

Position Overview

This is a National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service position located at the OK 138th Fighter Wing, Oklahoma Air National Guard. The primary purpose of this role is to pilot unit-equipped (UE) aircraft while performing administrative duties in support of the Air Operations program.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

The selected pilot will operate advanced, single or multi-engine military fighter aircraft on tactical and non-tactical missions, utilizing precision instrument flight techniques. Responsibilities include:

• Maintaining mission qualifications and thorough knowledge of aircraft systems under normal and emergency conditions.
• Conducting comprehensive flight planning, including weather analysis, route navigation, fuel management, and pre-flight inspections.
• Ensuring passenger and crew safety through thorough briefings and adherence to established flight parameters.
• Executing post-flight activities, including documentation, reporting, and maintenance coordination.
• Serving as the Supervisor of Flying (SOF), representing the Air Commander to ensure safe and efficient mission accomplishment.
• Performing administrative and operational support functions in areas such as Training and Scheduling, Strategic Planning, Safety, and Inspector General programs.

Qualifications and Requirements

Mandatory Prerequisites

• Must be a member of the National Guard (or eligible for immediate membership and employment in the required military grade).
• Military Grades: O-1 through O-4.
• Must have graduated from USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT).
• Possess a valid state driver’s license and qualify to operate government motor vehicles.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance.
• Maintain medical standards required for USAF military pilots.
• Undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university.

Experience Requirements

Candidates must possess at least two years of specialized experience in civilian or military aviation programs (active duty, reserve, or National Guard). This experience must demonstrate:

• Competence in piloting and instructing others in specific military aircraft.
• Expertise in mission planning, navigation, meteorology, and flying directives.
• Proficiency in unit safety programs (OSHA/Air Force directives), quality control, and operational risk management.
• Ability to work independently and advise commanders on operational requirements.

Conditions of Employment

• Acceptance of an excepted service position requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Oklahoma Air National Guard.
• Selected candidates are required to wear the military uniform.
• Must participate in direct deposit and may be subject to a probationary period.
• Work may require travel and irregular duty hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service.
• Federal employment is contingent upon a successful background investigation.