AIRPLANE PILOT (TITLE 32)

Department of the Air Force • Saint Joseph, MO

357d • $130,536 - $169,699

About The Position

This National Guard position is a Permanent GS-2181-13 AIRPLANE PILOT (TITLE 32), Position Description Number D0253P02 and is part of the MO 139th Airlift Wing. This is a non-bargaining position. The position requires piloting advanced, single or multi-engine military airplanes and high-performance military fighter aircraft on tactical/non-tactical assigned missions using advanced precision instrument flight techniques. The pilot must maintain a thorough knowledge of aircraft systems and procedures under various conditions and ensure safety during operations.

Requirements

• Must be a rated pilot on flying status with appropriate FAA pilot certificates or military ratings.
• Must possess at least one year of on-the-job experience in piloting.
• Must have two years of specialized experience in piloting advanced military aircraft.
• Must maintain the same medical standards as USAF military pilots.
• NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED.
• Must have graduated from USAF or USN Undergraduate Flying Training.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate Degree from an accredited civilian academic college or equivalent military education.
• Experience in conducting crew member training on mission-specific tasks.
• Experience in aviation unit quality control management programs.

Responsibilities

• Pilot advanced, single or multi-engine military airplanes and high-performance military fighter aircraft on tactical/non-tactical assigned missions.
• Execute normal flight procedures and standard maneuvers in all weather conditions.
• Maintain mission qualifications in the assigned airplane.
• Prepare for flight by securing current and forecast weather information.
• Plan the flight through the study of maps and charts.
• Check and verify that the airplane is ready for flight.
• Brief passengers and crew members on flight nature and emergency procedures.
• Operate the airplane safely and adhere to flight procedures.
• Communicate and coordinate with ground units and controlling activities.
• Accomplish post-flight activities including maintaining logs and writing reports.
• Design and coordinate comprehensive training plans for aircrew training.
• Plan, organize, and administer unit flying, explosive, and ground safety programs.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Access to a range of benefits designed for federal careers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: National Security and International Affairs
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees