THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AIRPLANE PILOT (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D0253P02 and is part of the IL 182 AW, National Guard.

Duties

As a AIRPLANE PILOT (TITLE 32), GS-2181-13, you will pilot a unit-equipped (UE) airplane and perform administrative tasks in support of the Air Operations program. Major Duties - This is NOT an all-inclusive list: Serve as the Air Commander's representative when performing duties as Supervisor of Flying (SOF) and 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. Serve as the Wing Commander's principal advisor and provides technical expert to wing personnel on the Air Force Complaints Resolution and Fraud, Waste and Abuse (FWA) programs and the Air Force Inspection System (AFIS). Design and coordinate comprehensive training plans and scenarios to provide realistic technical aircrew training. Develop unit deliberate planning for implementation of wartime, base and national tasking. Pilot 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. Fly 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. Maintain a thorough knowledge of the aircraft systems and procedures under normal, instrument, and emergency conditions. Prepare for flight to include: securing current and forecast weather information to determine conditions along the proposed route of flight and at the destination; plan 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; check or verify that the airplane is ready for flight, including such aspects as loading and weight distribution, maintenance or service conditions, and performing prescribed preflight checks; ensure 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 obtain the proper clearances to begin the flight. Operate an 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 taking corrective action, including the use of emergency procedures as required. Plan, organize and administer unit flying, explosive, and ground safety programs in accordance with Air Force, ANG and OSHA directives, and applicable technical publications. Review and analyze directives, regulations, accident reports, safety data, and local operating conditions to determine requirements for safety programs. Inspect facilities and flying operations and coordinate with appropriate agencies to ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations and programs.

Requirements

Qualifications

AREA OF CONSIDERATION: The areas of consideration for this position, Title 32 Excepted Service (32 U.S. Code § 709), will be in the following manner and sequence: The FIRST area of consideration for this position will be all excepted permanent and indefinite temporary technicians within the ILNG. The SECOND area of consideration will be all current Federal Employees. The THIRD area of consideration will be all Federal re-employment eligible. The FOURTH area of consideration will be applicants willing to become T32 Dual Status Technicians and gain ILNG membership. The FIFTH area of consideration will U.S. Citizens. Military Grades: Officer Only - May not exceed the rank of Maj. MANDATORY QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: MUST possess Federal Aviation Administration pilot certificates OR appropriate military certifications, military ratings in the main-frame military aircraft of employment, and the required competencies (knowledge, skills, and abilities). MUST have graduated from USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training (UFT). EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: MUST possess an undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university. GENERAL EXPERIENCE: MUST possess a competent understanding of the occupation's basic principles and concepts AND a minimum of one-year on-the-job experience in the grade (or a comparable military rank) immediately below the next higher level. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-13 Level - MUST possess specialized experience which includes at least two years working experiences in civilian aviation programs; or, military service aviation programs (active duty or reserve components); or, Air National Guard Wing/ Operations Group; experience in piloting and instructing pilot skills in one or more of the following main- frame/military aircraft: Fixed-wing, rotary, or remotely piloted aircraft (RPA); the ability to train and instruct others in the piloting of a specified main-frame military aircraft; experience in reading and applying mission tasks, intelligence reports, and weather information; experience in supervising and/or conducting mission planning, mission preparations, filing of flight plans, and conducting crew briefings; experience in aircraft preflight inspections, aircraft loading, equipment assessments, and mission manning; experience in operating aircraft controls and equipment; experience in performing or supervising the work procedures involved in navigation, in-flight refueling, search and rescue operations, surveillance, or reconnaissance; experience in conducting or supervising crew member training on simple to complex mission specific tasks; experience in developing plans and policies, monitoring operations, and advising commanders; experience in flight theory, air navigation, meteorology, flying directives, aircraft operating procedures, and mission tactics; experience in planning and preparing for missions; and, must have at least two years experiences in piloting or instructing others in piloting specific air-frame/military aircraft; experience in various piloting administrative tasks performed in support of Air National Guard aviation programs; experience in aviation unit quality control management programs; experience in the unit flying, explosive, and ground safety programs in accordance with Dept. of the Air Force, NGB, and OSHA directives; experience in applying directives, regulations, accident reports, safety data, and local operating conditions to determine unit safety program requirements; experience in flying operations and coordinating with appropriate agencies to ensure compliance with all applicable safety regulations and programs; experience in one or more missions such as, air-to-air; air-to-ground; mortar-to-arm escort; surveillance; reconnaissance; surface attack; killer-scout; target illumination; or laser targeting; experience in traditional "stick and rudder" type controls for piloting aircraft direction, altitude, and speed; experience in using aircraft instrumentation and aircraft mounted video cameras; experience in visual flight- rule type flying and aircraft instrument flying; experience in flying simulated "real world" combat and non-combat missions and terrain; experience in planning, scheduling, and conducting training flights through FAA controlled national airspace; experience in applying operational directives, training directives, instructions, standard operating procedures, and special instructions of NGB or USAF, and gaining commands; experience in working independently to plan and perform work assignments; experience in completing safe and efficient mission accomplishments through the use of Operational Risk Management; experience performing aviation duties such as, cancelling flying activities, diverting aircraft, dictating mission requirements, approving specific activities, coordinating for airport or airspace utilization with FAA, or directing emergency actions that involved unit support agencies; experience in conducting particular missions and flying specific main- frame aircraft in combat tactics, flying in mountainous terrain, performing tactical remote site evaluations, performing landings on remote sites, providing ground and flight training, and conducting night-vision operations or instructions; experience in standardization and evaluation programs, written ground examinations, emergency procedures, and aircrew performance standards in accordance with applicable directives and FAA certification requirements; experience in reviewing and complying with applicable service flight publications and directives for accuracy and currency; experience on weaponry and combat or non-combat tactics for applicable military aircraft; experience with wartime and peacetime contingency plans and supplements used for unit mobilizations, deployments, strange field operations, or troop missions and redeployments. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Verbiage displayed on your resume or application must contain your own words. You may refer to position descriptions, i.e. the general and specialized experience located within the vacancy announcement, to assist with describing work experiences; however, resumes or applications received in verbatim will not be considered. In your resume you will need to address the general and specialized experience listed above. Please use as much detail as needed, giving dates (months and years) of the experience, position title and how the experience was gained. This information is needed to determine if you are qualified for the position.

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.

You must provide OFFICIAL transcripts or other documentation to support your Educational claims. To receive credit for Education, you must provide documentation of proof that you meet the Education requirements for this position.

Contacts

• Address IL 182 AW 2416 S Falcon Blvd Peoria, IL 61607 US
• Name: Ashley Jackson
• Phone: 309-633-5262
• Email: [email protected]