Air National Guard Units | Pilot

Summary

The Arkansas Air National Guard seeks an experienced Airplane Pilot (Title 32) to join the 188th Fighter Wing (WG) in Fort Smith, Arkansas. This National Guard position requires current membership or the intent to join the National Guard.

About the Role

This role involves piloting advanced, single or multi-engine military aircraft, including high-performance fighter jets, on tactical and non-tactical missions. The pilot will utilize precision instrument flight techniques and advanced navigation systems, operating within strict flight parameters in all weather conditions. Responsibilities include comprehensive flight preparation, meticulous aircraft operation for safety, and executing post-flight duties such as maintaining logs and reporting. The position also includes serving as the Air Commander's representative as Supervisor of Flying (SOF), with authority over flying activities, mission requirements, and emergency actions.

Responsibilities

• Piloting advanced military aircraft using precision instrument flight techniques and air navigation aids.
• Maintaining thorough knowledge of aircraft systems and procedures under all conditions.
• Preparing for flights, including weather analysis, flight planning, and pre-flight checks.
• Operating aircraft with utmost safety, adhering to flight manuals and coordinating with ground units.
• Completing post-flight activities, including maintaining logs and writing reports.
• Serving as Supervisor of Flying (SOF), responsible for safe and efficient mission accomplishment.
• Performing administrative tasks in areas such as Training and Scheduling, Plans, Safety, and Inspections.

Requirements

• National Guard membership is required.
• Compatible military grade and assignment required.
• Must be a member of the Arkansas Air National Guard.
• Military Grades: Officer, Minimum O-2/1LT, Maximum O-5/LTC.
• Possess or initiate a National Agency Check with Inquiries (NACI) background investigation.
• Must meet all military requirements of the position without creating a grade inversion.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Participation in direct deposit is mandatory.
• Must be able to obtain/maintain appropriate security clearance.
• Ability to obtain Instructor Pilot upgrade within 36 months.
• Commitment to improving federal government efficiency, upholding American ideals, and adhering to the rule of law.

Qualifications

• General Experience: Assisting pilots in aircraft operations, determining, planning, and performing navigational aspects of flight. Knowledge of air navigation methods and skill in using navigational instruments and systems.
• Specialized Experience: At least 36 months of experience, education, or training involving obtaining mission, weather, and intelligence data; preparing navigation flight plans; knowledge of navigational systems operations; validated ability to test and inspect navigational systems; experience utilizing various navigational methods and aids; experience computing flight factors; ability to train, evaluate, and certify personnel proficiency; and validated completion of necessary airframe hours (e.g., 1000 hours total navigation time including 200 hours in the C-130).