Air National Guard Units | Pilot

Position Overview

The Wyoming Air National Guard invites applications for the position of Airplane Pilot (Position Description: PDD0253P02) within the 153d Operations Support Squadron. This is a Title 32 Dual Status Technician Excepted Service position. The primary mission is to pilot C-130 aircraft and provide administrative support to the Air Operations program.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Pilot advanced multi-engine military aircraft on tactical and non-tactical missions, utilizing precision instrument flight techniques and navigational aids.
• Conduct comprehensive flight planning, including weather analysis, route mapping, fuel requirement calculations, and flight plan filing.
• Perform pre-flight inspections, including weight and balance verification, maintenance status checks, and crew/passenger briefings.
• Operate aircraft in compliance with flight manuals and safety parameters, including communication with ground control and execution of emergency procedures.
• Manage post-flight requirements, such as maintaining aircraft logs, submitting reports, and coordinating with maintenance personnel.
• Serve as the Air Commander’s representative in the capacity of Supervisor of Flying (SOF), ensuring safe and efficient mission accomplishment.

Mandatory Qualifications

• Education: A mandatory undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university. A graduate degree is considered optimal.
• Certifications: Must possess Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certifications or equivalent military aviation certifications.
• Training: Must be a graduate of USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT).
• Military Requirements: Must hold AFSC 11M (C-130 Mobility Pilot) and be a military member of the Wyoming Air National Guard (or willing to join prior to appointment). Military grade must be between O-2/1Lt and O-5/Lt Col.
• Specialized Experience: Minimum of 24 months of experience in civilian or military aviation programs, and at least 24 months of experience piloting or instructing in C-130 aircraft, specifically regarding unit safety programs, mission planning, and federal airspace operations.
• Licensure: Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Conditions of Employment

• Applicants must be current active-duty Air Force, Air Force Reserve, or Air National Guard members.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain the required security clearance for access to classified information.
• Must maintain medical standards equivalent to USAF military pilots.
• Selected candidates may be subject to a two-year trial period.
• Position requires primary physical presence; some travel may be required.
• Work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:00 am – 4:30 pm, with potential requirements for evenings, weekends, or holidays.
• Federal employment suitability is determined via background investigation.
• Acceptance of this position terminates certain military incentives, including SRIP and TRICARE Reserve Select.

Application Requirements

Candidates must submit a resume along with a vMPF Rip, DVR, or CDB. Detailed work history including specific dates (MM/YYYY) and hours worked per week is required to demonstrate specialized experience. Applications must be submitted via the designated federal portal.