This National Guard position is for a Title 32 Airplane Pilot, GS-2181-13, with the KY 123 AW in Kentucky. The role involves piloting aircraft on assigned missions, utilizing advanced instrument flight techniques, and ensuring safe and efficient flight operations in all weather conditions.
About the Role
As an Airplane Pilot - Title 32, the incumbent will pilot aircraft on assigned missions using advanced precision instrument flight techniques. Responsibilities include flying within established parameters, maintaining comprehensive knowledge of aircraft systems and procedures, and ensuring mission qualifications are current. Preparation for flights encompasses reviewing weather, planning routes, managing fuel, verifying aircraft maintenance, conducting pre-flight checks, briefing passengers and crew, and obtaining necessary clearances. Post-flight duties involve maintaining logs, writing reports, coordinating with maintenance, and conducting post-flight checks. The role may also include serving as the Supervisor of Flying (SOF), designing and coordinating training plans, implementing policies, establishing training goals, analyzing debriefings, and developing the unit's flying schedule. Coordination with the Aircraft Maintenance Division, FAA, and other agencies is also a key function.
Requirements
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Military Grades: O1 - O4
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Must maintain membership in the Kentucky National Guard.
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Must be assigned to a compatible military position.
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Must wear the military uniform.
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Position may require a pre-employment physical.
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May be subject to furlough actions.
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May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
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Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
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Must obtain and maintain a favorable adjudication of a T3 or equivalent investigation.
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Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate a military bonus.
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Acceptance of a Federal position will terminate Tricare Reserve Select (TRS) eligibility.
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This position is covered by the Domestic Violence Misdemeanor Amendment (30 Sep 96) of the Gun Control Act (Lautenberg Amendment) of 1968. An individual convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence may not perform the duties of this position.
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For male applicants born after 12/31/1959, registration under the Military Selective Service Act is required.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
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Possess an appropriate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificate OR have aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools.
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Must be C130J qualified.
Specialized Experience:
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At least 24 months operating a fixed-wing military aircraft, including mission planning and preparation.
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Experience reviewing and analyzing mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information.
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Experience in filing flight plans and conducting crew briefings.
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Experience in aircraft pre-flight inspections, aircraft loading, and equipment assessments.
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Experience conducting/supervising training of crew members in simple to complex mission-specific tasks.
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Knowledge of flight theory, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, mission tactics, and operating procedures.
Resumes must include complete dates, work schedules, and hours worked per week for all employment. Applicants must detail how they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience in their own words.