Headquarters, Air Force Reserve Command | SF50 Pilot

Air Reserve Technicians are sought for a full-time civilian employee position at the 326 Airlift Squadron, 512th Operations Group, 512th Airlift Wing, Dover AFB, Delaware. The role involves performing pilot and pilot in command duties in assigned aircraft, alongside administrative responsibilities related to flight operations, mission planning, and training.

About the Role

The primary purpose of this position is to serve as an Air Reserve Technician (ART) performing pilot and pilot in command duties in assigned aircraft. Responsibilities include conducting training for aircrew members, analyzing unit training objectives, and developing training programs to ensure the highest level of combat mission readiness. The role also entails flying as an aircrew member in support of unit missions and representing the unit in various discussions and meetings.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must be a current member of the Air Force Reserves or willing and qualified to join.
• A security clearance may be required.
• Must sign a mobility agreement.
• Position may be subject to random drug testing.
• Employee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends, and holidays.
• Shift work and emergency overtime may be required.
• Employee must maintain current certifications.
• Disclosure of Political Appointments.
• Direct Deposit: All federal employees are required to have direct deposit.
• Advance in hire may be authorized if there is demonstrable proof provided on the resume.
• Recruitment and Relocation Incentives may be authorized for this position.
• Depending on the type of position (competitive/excepted), a 1-year probationary period or a 2-year trial period will be required.

Qualifications

• This is an Air Reserve Technician Officer position with the military rank of O-5/Lt Col, AFSC: 011M3A.
• No specific length of experience is required; qualifications are based on prerequisite training and flying hours.
• Must have logged 1,000 or more total pilot time.
• Must be instructor qualified in unit aircraft.
• Flight hours must be submitted at the time of application.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs) include:
• Performing administrative duties related to flight instruction and mission accomplishment.
• Analyzing and interpreting unit goals, mission, metrics, policies, and objectives.
• Piloting aircraft and commanding crew, operating aircraft controls and equipment.
• Developing plans and policies, monitoring operations, and advising commanders.
• Conducting a continuous and aggressive flying safety program.

The incumbent is required to meet and maintain Air Force Reserve requirements. Work schedule will be aligned to allow full participation in unit training assemblies. The incumbent may also be assigned non-ART duties, not to exceed 30 percent of total responsibilities. The position is designated as a mobility position, requiring willingness to move/transfer. Leadership and managerial abilities are essential. A Top-Secret security clearance is required. This is a Testing Designated Position (TDP), subject to drug testing. Aircrew and management duties may involve stress and exposure to extreme conditions. Standardization/evaluation examinations must be passed periodically. Instructor qualification must be obtained within two years of appointment. The incumbent may be required to fly in military and/or commercial aircraft for temporary duty assignments and may be required to work overtime.