Air National Guard Units | SF50 Pilot

The Wyoming Air National Guard is seeking a qualified Airplane Pilot to serve within the 153rd Operations Group in Wyoming. This role involves piloting the C-130H aircraft and undertaking administrative duties supporting the Air Operations program.

About the Role

This position requires an Airplane Pilot to operate the C-130H aircraft for tactical and non-tactical missions, utilizing advanced instrument flight techniques and navigational aids. Responsibilities include comprehensive flight preparation, ensuring aircraft safety and operational readiness, communicating with ground units and controlling activities, and developing unit deliberate planning for wartime and peacetime operations. The incumbent will coordinate with relevant command structures and report to the 153rd Operations Group Commander.

Requirements

• Must be a current active-duty Air Force, Air Force Reserves, or Air National Guard member.
• If selected and not a Wyoming Air National Guard (ANG) member, must become a member of the Wyoming Air National Guard prior to appointment.
• Must possess or be able to obtain and maintain a T3/SECRET security clearance.
• Federal employment suitability requires a background investigation.
• May be required to travel by military or commercial air.
• Work may involve access to classified information.
• May be required to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Must be registered with the Military Selective Service Act if born after 12/31/1959.

Qualifications

• Graduation from USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT) is required.
• Must maintain the same medical standards as USAF military pilots.
• Eligibility requirements include possession of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certificates or appropriate military certifications and ratings in the C-130H.
• Minimum of 24 months of specialized experience in civilian or military aviation programs, or within an Air National Guard Wing/Operations Group.
• A minimum of 24 months of experience piloting or instructing others in piloting C-130 aircraft is required, with specific experience in:
  • Developing plans and policies, monitoring operations, and advising commanders.
  • Wartime and peacetime contingency plans for unit mobilizations, deployments, strange field operations, or troop missions and redeployments.
  • Reviewing and complying with applicable service flight publications and directives.
  • Unit flying, explosive, and ground safety programs.
  • Applying directives, regulations, accident reports, and safety data to determine unit safety program requirements.
  • Conducting mission planning, preflight inspections, aircraft loading, equipment assessments, and mission manning.
  • Performing aviation duties such as planning, scheduling, and conducting training flights.
• Must possess AFSC 11M3B, C-130 E/H Mobility Pilot.
• Must be in a compatible military grade (Min: O-2/1LT, Max: O-4/MAJ) and assignment prior to the effective date of placement.
• FAA certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs OR aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools are required.