Air National Guard Units | Pilot

Position Overview

This is a National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service position (D0253P02) within 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 tasks in support of the Air Operations program.

Core Responsibilities

• Pilot advanced, single or multi-engine military fighter aircraft on tactical and non-tactical missions using precision instrument flight techniques.
• Maintain thorough knowledge of aircraft systems, emergency procedures, and mission qualifications.
• Manage comprehensive flight preparation, including weather analysis, route planning, fuel requirements, and weight distribution.
• Execute post-flight activities, including log maintenance, reporting, and coordination with maintenance personnel.
• Serve as Supervisor of Flying (SOF), representing the Air Commander to ensure safe and efficient mission accomplishment.
• Rotate through administrative functions, including Training and Scheduling, Operations Planning, Safety Program Management, and Inspector General support.

Mandatory Requirements

• Must be a member of the National Guard and maintain a compatible military assignment.
• Military Grades: O-1 through O-4.
• Must have graduated from USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT).
• Possess an undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university.
• Maintain medical standards equivalent to USAF military pilots.
• Hold a valid state driver’s license and qualify to operate government motor vehicles.
• Ability to obtain and maintain the required security clearance.
• Must be registered for Selective Service (for males born after 31 December 1959).
• Compliance with federal employment suitability requirements and trial periods as applicable.

Qualifications and Experience

Candidates must possess Federal Aviation Administration pilot certificates or equivalent military certifications/ratings. Specialized experience requires at least two years of experience in civilian or military aviation programs. Key competencies include:

• Proven experience in piloting and instructing on fixed-wing, rotary, or remotely piloted aircraft.
• Expertise in mission planning, crew briefings, and aircraft preflight inspections.
• Demonstrated ability in air navigation, meteorology, and aviation safety program management.
• Proficiency in applying operational directives and utilizing Operational Risk Management.
• Experience in standardization and evaluation programs, including aircrew performance standards.

Conditions of Employment

• Requirement to wear the military uniform.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Availability for travel via military or commercial air.
• Flexibility to work outside normal duty hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.