The Kentucky National Guard is seeking a skilled Airplane Pilot - Title 32 (GS-2181-13) to join their team at the 123 AW. This position involves piloting aircraft on assigned missions, utilizing advanced instrument flight techniques and adhering to strict safety parameters in all weather conditions. The successful candidate will be responsible for maintaining aircraft qualifications, preparing for and executing flights, and fulfilling post-flight duties. Furthermore, the role includes serving as the Supervisor of Flying (SOF) and developing comprehensive aircrew training plans.
About the Role
As an Airplane Pilot - Title 32, the incumbent will pilot aircraft on assigned missions, employing precision instrument flight techniques. Responsibilities include ensuring safe flight procedures, maintaining in-depth knowledge of aircraft systems and procedures, and preserving mission qualifications. Flight preparation involves reviewing weather, planning routes, calculating fuel, performing preflight checks, and conducting crew briefings. Post-flight activities include maintaining logs, writing reports, and coordinating with maintenance. The role also entails acting as the Air Commander's representative as Supervisor of Flying (SOF), overseeing safe and efficient mission accomplishment. The position requires designing and coordinating training plans, implementing policies for training, and analyzing debriefings to ensure training event completion. The pilot will also develop and implement the unit flying schedule and coordinate operational requirements with relevant divisions and agencies.
Requirements
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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 be willing to 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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Must not have been convicted of a qualifying crime of domestic violence under the Gun Control Act of 1968 (Lautenberg Amendment).
Qualifications
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Must 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.
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Must have at least 24 months of experience operating a fixed-wing military aircraft.
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Must have experience in mission planning and preparation.
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Must have experience reviewing and analyzing mission tasking, intelligence, and weather information.
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Must have experience in filing flight plans and conducting crew briefings.
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Must have experience in aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, and equipment assessments.
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Must have 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 is required.
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Resumes must include complete dates, work schedules, and/or hours worked per week for both civilian and military employment.
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Applicants must clearly detail how they meet 100% of the minimum requirements and specialized experience in their own words.
Education
This job does not have an education qualification requirement.