This National Guard position is for a AIRPLANE PILOT, Position Description Number D0253P02 and is part of 155 OSS, Nebraska Air National Guard.

Duties

As a AIRPLANE PILOT, GS-2181-13, duties include: 1. Pilots advanced, single or multi-engine military airplane, high performance military fighter aircraft on tactical/non-tactical assigned missions using advanced precision instrument flight techniques in conjunction with air navigational aids. Flies well within flight parameters (e.g.speed and loading) to execute normal flights procedures and standard maneuvers in all weather conditions from point-to-point (domestic/foreign) using fully adequate landing areas.Maintains a thorough knowledge of the aircraft systems and procedures under normal,instrument, and emergency conditions. Maintains mission qualifications in the assigned airplane. 2. Prepares for flight to include: securing current and forecast weather information to determine conditions along the proposed route of flight and at the destination; plans the flight through the study of maps and charts to determine routing, intermediate stops, alternate destination, fuel requirements, estimated flying time and, if required, files the airplane flight plan; checks or verifies that the airplane is ready for flight, including such aspects as loading and weight distribution, maintenance or service conditions, and performing prescribed pre-flight checks; ensures that any passengers and crew members are briefed on the nature and purpose of the flight and the procedures to be followed in an emergency; and obtains the proper clearances to begin the flight. 3. Operates the airplane with the utmost safety to include: adhering to flight procedures and parameters specified in the airplane flight manual; communicating and coordinating with ground units and controlling activities; monitoring performance of the airplane and progress of the flight; and takes corrective action, including the use of emergency procedures as required. 4. Accomplishes post-flight activities to include: maintaining airplane logs and forms;writing flight reports; coordinating with maintenance personnel on service conditions; and conducts post-flight checks. 5. Serves as the Air Commander's representative when performing duties as Supervisor of Flying (SOF) and is responsible for the safe and efficient mission accomplishment of the unit.The SOF has the authority to cancel flying activities, divert aircraft, dictate mission requirements, approve specific activities, coordinate for airport or airspace utilization with FAA, and direct emergency actions involving UE airplanes. 6. Performs other duties as assigned. **REFER TO PD# D0253P02 FOR COMPREHENSIVE LIST OF DUTIES: https://acpol2.army.mil/ako/fasclass/search_fs/search_fs_output.asp?ccpo=NG&jobNum=D0253P02&id=808142

Requirements

• Military membership in the Nebraska National Guard Membership is required.
• Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
• Obtain/maintain the level of security clearance/background check required.
• May be required to successfully complete a probationary period.
• Direct Deposit is mandatory.
• Individuals with military incentive bonuses may be subject to recoupment.

Qualifications

NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED: This is a Title 32 excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the National Guard. Selectee will be required to wear the military uniform. Acceptance of an excepted service position constitutes concurrence with these requirements as a condition of employment. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership and employment in the National Guard in the military grade listed in this announcement. FOR QUESTIONS REGARDING ELIGIBILITY TO JOIN THE NEBRASKA AIR NATIONAL GUARD PLEASE CONTACT THE LOCAL RECRUITING OFFICE AT 402-309-1172. OPEN AREAS OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1 and 2 only DEFINITION OF AREA(S) OF CONSIDERATION: AREA 1: Current permanent and indefinite technicians of the Nebraska Army or Air National Guard; and current Title 5 employees of the Nebraska Military Department who are military members of the Nebraska National Guard. AREA 2: All Drill Status/M-Day members and temporary technicians of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard. AREA 3: Current military service members who are willing and eligible to become members of the Nebraska Air or Army National Guard. AREA 4: All qualified candidates eligible and willing to become a member of the Nebraska National Air or Army National Guard prior to the effective date of hire. Selectee must be fully qualified KC-135 Pilot to be considered eligible for this position Nebraska National Guard Information Security Specialist - [email protected]; 402-309-1129. MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: Compatible military grade and assignment required prior to the effective date of placement. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the Nebraska Air National Guard. Applicants who are not currently a member of the National Guard must be eligible for immediate membership. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership, please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. Compatibility will be followed in accordance with 32 USC 709(b) and 10 USC 10216 Military Grades: Maximum: O4; Minimum: O2; Military Grade inversion within the full time work forces is not permitted. The military grade of the full time supervisor must equal or exceed the military grade of the personnel supervised. Compatibility requirements must be met prior to appointment to the position. Selectee has 24 months to become qualified in a compatible military assignment. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: Applicant must have a competent understanding of the occupation's basic principles and concepts. Applicants should have a minimum of one year on the job experience in the grade (or a comparable military rank) immediately below the next higher level. Mandatory Qualification Requirements - Possession of Federal Aviation Administration pilot certificates -OR- appropriate military certifications, military ratings in the KC-135 Aircraft, and the required competencies. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Applicant's must demonstrate the following specialized experience competencies (skills, knowledge and abilities) to qualify for appointment to GS-2181-13 Air National Guard Dual Status Officer positions. For Air National Guard positions, must have at least two years working experience in civilian aviation programs; or, military service aviation programs (active duty or reserve components); or Air National Guard Wing/Operations Group. Qualification competencies are determined by three factors: The aircraft operated; the nature and purpose of assignments; and the degree of hazard. Experience in piloting and instructing pilot skills in one or more of the following mainframe/military aircraft; Fixed-wing, rotary, remotely piloted aircraft (RPA). Although a variety of pilot administrative tasks are performed in support of an Air National Guard aviation program, the required competence for this grade includes the ability to train and instruct others in the piloting of a specific main-frame military aircraft. Experience in reading and apply mission tasks, intelligence reports, and weather information. Experience in supervising and/or conducting mission planning, mission preparation, filing of flight plans, and conducting crew briefings.

Education

Education:
An undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university is mandatory. A Graduate Degree from an accredited civilian academic college or from an equivalent professional military education school is optimum. Must have Federal Aviation Administration certifications awarded from accredited civilian aviation programs OR must have aviation certifications from accredited military aviation schools.

Contacts

• Address NE 155 OG 2420 W Butler Ave Lincoln, NE 68524 US
• Name: Jon Sronce
• Phone: 402-309-8173
• Email: [email protected]