Airplane Pilot (Title 32 Excepted Service)

Location: 148 OSS FT, Duluth, MN

Position Summary

The 148 OSS FT is seeking a qualified Airplane Pilot for an Air National Guard Title 32 Excepted Service position. The incumbent is responsible for piloting high-performance military fighter aircraft on tactical and non-tactical missions, maintaining mission qualifications, and ensuring safe operations in various environmental conditions.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Operate single or multi-engine military aircraft using advanced precision instrument flight techniques.
Conduct pre-flight planning, including weather analysis, route mapping, fuel requirements, and weight distribution checks.
Ensure the safety of the aircraft, crew, and passengers by adhering to flight manuals and coordinating with ground units.
Complete post-flight requirements, including log entries, flight reports, and coordination with maintenance personnel.
Serve as the Supervisor of Flying (SOF), acting as the Air Commander's representative with the authority to manage mission requirements and emergency actions.
Perform administrative rotation tasks, including training and scheduling coordination, operational planning for wartime/peacetime contingencies, and oversight of safety programs.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

Education: A mandatory undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university. A graduate degree is considered an asset.
Certification: Must possess Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certifications from accredited civilian programs OR aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools.
Training: Applicants must have graduated from USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT).
Experience: Minimum of two years of working experience in civilian aviation programs, military aviation programs (active duty or reserve), Army National Guard Aviation Support facilities, or Air National Guard Wing/Operations groups.
Skills: Demonstrated proficiency in piloting fixed-wing, rotary, or remotely piloted aircraft.

Conditions of Employment

Membership in the Minnesota Air National Guard is strictly required.
Must maintain military medical standards equivalent to USAF military pilots.
Must be eligible for and assigned to a compatible military AFSC.
Selectees are required to wear the official military uniform.
Successful completion of a federal background investigation is required to determine suitability for employment and security clearance.
Males born after December 31, 1959, must be registered with the Selective Service.
Appointment is subject to a two-year trial period and potential probationary period.

Additional Information

This position is an Excepted Service role. Applicants must demonstrate the ability to establish effective professional working relationships and contribute to a cooperative, mission-oriented environment. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. No Permanent Change of Station (PCS) funding is available for this role.