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Airplane Pilot (Accelerated Hire) - GS-2181-13

Location: Air National Guard (ANG) Aviation Wing, Operations Group, CA 144 FW

Position Type: T32 Excepted Service (Permanent, Indefinite, or Temporary)

Position Summary

The primary purpose of the Airplane Pilot (Accelerated Hire) is to pilot unit-equipped (UE) aircraft while performing essential administrative tasks in support of the Air Operations program. This is an open-until-filled announcement; applications are reviewed every 30 days.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Operate unit-equipped (UE) aircraft in accordance with military directives.
• Perform administrative duties to support Air Operations.
• Conduct mission planning, preparation, and analysis of intelligence and weather data.
• Execute flight plans and lead crew briefings.
• Perform preflight inspections, aircraft loading, and equipment assessments.
• Supervise navigation, in-flight refueling, search and rescue, and reconnaissance operations.
• Train crew members on mission-specific tasks and procedures.
• Advise commanders on flight theory, air navigation, meteorology, and safety programs.

Requirements and Conditions of Employment

• California National Guard Membership: Membership is mandatory. Selectees must wear the military uniform and adhere to all grooming standards.
• Military Compatibility: Must maintain a compatible military unit, grade (O-1 through O-6), and job assignment as required by current directives.
• Security Clearance: Must maintain an appropriate level of security clearance.
• Financial Participation: Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Registration: Male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service.

Qualifications

General Experience

Candidates must possess a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification from an accredited civilian aviation program or an aviation certification from an accredited military aviation school, plus one year of on-the-job experience at the grade or comparable military rank immediately below the next higher level.

Specialized Experience (GS-2181-13)

Applicants must demonstrate at least 36 months of specialized experience in the following areas:

• Operating specific main-frame military aircraft.
• Mission planning, preparation, and tasking analysis.
• Conducting preflight inspections, aircraft loading, and equipment assessments.
• Navigation, in-flight refueling, search and rescue, and surveillance operations.
• Training crew members in mission-specific tasks.
• Developing operational plans, policies, and advising commanders.
• Applying knowledge of flight theory, meteorology, and flying directives.
• Implementing flying, explosive, and ground safety programs in compliance with DoD, NGB, and OSHA regulations.

Education and Certification

Required documentation, including unofficial transcripts and aviation certificates, must be submitted at the time of application. Only institutions accredited by the U.S. Department of Education are accepted. Foreign education requires an official equivalence evaluation.

Incentives and Benefits

• Recruitment/Relocation: Incentives may be authorized, subject to funding and approval.
• PCS: Relocation costs may be authorized per the Joint Travel Regulation.
• Military Bonuses: Acceptance of this position may impact eligibility for Reenlistment/Extension Bonuses or GI Bill-SR Kickers.
• Benefits: Federal employees receive a comprehensive benefits package; eligibility depends on the specific appointment type.