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Job Title: Airplane Pilot (Title 32)

Position Series/Grade: GS-2181-13

Organization: Illinois National Guard (IL 126)

Employment Type: Excepted Service

Position Summary

The Airplane Pilot (Title 32) is responsible for piloting unit-equipped (UE) aircraft and performing administrative duties in support of the Air Operations program. The incumbent conducts tactical and non-tactical missions, ensuring safe and efficient operation of high-performance military aircraft.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• Pilot advanced single or multi-engine military aircraft using precision instrument flight techniques.
• Execute flight procedures and maneuvers within established parameters in all weather conditions.
• Conduct comprehensive mission planning, including weather analysis, route navigation, fuel requirements, and flight plan filing.
• Perform pre-flight inspections, weight and balance distribution, and ensure crew and passenger briefings.
• Coordinate with ground units and controlling agencies to maintain operational safety and mission success.
• Complete post-flight activities, including log maintenance, flight reporting, and maintenance coordination.
• Serve as the Air Commander’s representative when performing Supervisor of Flying (SOF) duties.
• Design technical aircrew training plans and unit-level deliberate planning for national and base taskings.
• Administer unit flying, explosive, and ground safety programs in compliance with Air Force, ANG, and OSHA directives.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: A mandatory undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university. A graduate degree is considered an asset.
• Experience: Must possess at least two years of specialized experience in civilian or military aviation programs, including piloting and instructing on specified airframes.
• General Experience: Minimum of one year of on-the-job experience at a level comparable to the GS-12 grade.
• Certifications: Possession of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certifications or equivalent military aviation school credentials is mandatory.
• Training: Graduation from USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT) is required.
• Clearance: Must be able to obtain and maintain a Top Secret security clearance.
• Military Membership: Applicants must be members of the Illinois National Guard or willing to become Title 32 Dual Status Technicians.
• Medical: Pilots must maintain the medical standards required of USAF military pilots.

Conditions of Employment

• Must maintain military membership in the Illinois National Guard in the grade of O4 or below.
• Must wear a military uniform as required.
• Registration with the Selective Service is required for males born after December 31, 1959.
• Subject to federal employment suitability background investigations and potential drug testing.
• Must adhere to the Lautenberg Amendment regarding domestic violence convictions.
• May be required to work irregular, overtime, evening, weekend, or holiday hours.
• Mandatory participation in direct deposit.
• May require travel for official conferences, meetings, or operational contingencies.

Application Notes

Candidates must submit a resume that clearly details specialized experience, including dates (month and year) and position titles. Applications received in verbatim format from this job description will not be considered. Official transcripts and proof of certifications must be provided with the application.