Airplane Pilot/Helicopter Pilot

SummaryYour application will remain active through the open period of this Public Notice. Once this Public Notice closes, you must reapply.Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location, please click here to review pay tables.SummaryYour application will remain active through the open period of this Public Notice. Once this Public Notice closes, you must reapply.Please read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.Positions may be filled as permanent or term with a full-time work schedule. Pay will vary by geographic location, please click here to review pay tables.OverviewHelpAccepting applicationsOpen & closing dates12/17/2025 to 12/16/2026Salary $76,463 to - $197,200 per year Pay scale & grade GS 12 - 14LocationsMany vacancies in the following locations:Elmendorf AFB, AKGunter AFB, ALMaxwell AFB, ALLittle Rock AFB, ARShow morefewer locations (65)Davis Monthan AFB, AZLuke AFB, AZTucson, AZBeale AFB, CAEdwards AFB, CAMarch AFB, CAMonterey County, CATravis AFB, CAVandenberg AFB, CAAir Force Academy, COBuckley AFB, COPeterson AFB, COSchriever AFB, COJoint Base Anacostia-Bolling, DCDover AFB, DEEglin AFB, FLHomestead AFB, FLHurlburt Field, FLMacDill AFB, FLMiami, FLPatrick AFB, FLTyndall AFB, FLAtlanta, GADobbins AFB, GAMoody AFB, GARobins AFB, GAAndersen Air Base, GUHickam AFB, HIScott AFB, ILGrissom AFB, INMcConnell AFB, KSBarksdale AFB, LAWestover Air Reserve Base, MAAndrews AFB, MDMinneapolis, MNWhiteman AFB, MOColumbus AFB, MSKeesler AFB, MSSeymour Johnson AFB, NCOffutt AFB, NEMcGuire AFB, NJHolloman AFB, NMCreech AFB, NVNellis AFB, NVNiagara Falls, NYWright-Patterson AFB, OHYoungstown, OHAltus AFB, OKFort Sill, OKOklahoma City, OKTinker AFB, OKVance AFB, OKPortland, ORPittsburgh, PACharleston AFB, SCShaw AFB, SCDyess AFB, TXFort Worth, TXLackland AFB, TXRandolph AFB, TXSheppard AFB, TXHill AFB, UTLangley AFB, VAPentagon, Arlington, VAMcChord AFB, WARemote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Multiple Work schedule Full-time Service CompetitivePromotion potential14Job family (Series)* 2181 Aircraft OperationSupervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test Yes Position sensitivity and risk Noncritical-Sensitive (NCS)/Moderate RiskTrust determination process* Suitability/FitnessFinancial disclosure No Bargaining unit status NoAnnouncement number AFPDHA-12613963-2181-ART Control number 852601300This job is open toHelpThe publicU.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.Clarification from the agencyThis public notice is to gather applications that may or may not result in a referral or selection.DutiesHelpGS-12: Operate aircraft as a fully qualified, mission-ready pilot in unit type aircraft.GS-12: Accomplish mission planning and briefing, aircraft inspections and checklists, mission forms and other associated documentation.GS-12: Represent the unit by participating in discussions, meetings or serves on panels or committees.GS-13 (Pilot): Conduct training for the upgrade of unqualified active duty and/or Reserve aircrew members and proficiency training for qualified Active Duty, Reservists and Air Reserve Technician (ART) personnel.GS-13 (Pilot): Analyze and interpret unit training objectives, develop training programs and train other aircrew such that the highest level of combat mission-ready proficiency of assigned crew members is maintained.GS-13 (Pilot): As required, flies as an aircrew member in unit aircraft in support of the unit mission.GS-13 (Flight Instructor): Assist with planning, organizing, and overseeing the activities of the Operations Group and subordinate Reserve flying squadrons, in conjunction with the Chief/Senior Air Reserve Technician (ART).GS-13 (Flight Instructor): Assist with management of a flying and ground training program for an organization.GS-13 (Flight Instructor): Assist with directing, coordinating, and overseeing work through subordinate supervisors.GS-14 (Flight Instructor): Direct all operations and maintenance training programs for the Squadron.GS-14 (Flight Instructor): Responsible for effective control and management of the organization's Reserve Personnel Appropriation (RPA) and Military Personnel Appropriation (MPA) accountGS-14 (Flight Instructor): Implement flying and ground training requirements.RequirementsHelpConditions of employmentPlease read this Public Notice in its entirety prior to submitting your application for consideration.U.S. Citizenship is requiredMales must be registered for Selective Service, see www.sss.govPermanent change in station (PCS) costs will be authorized for centrally managed Air Reserve Technician (ART) positions.PCS will be paid IAW JTR and AF Regulations. If receiving an authorized PCS, you may be subject to completing/signing a CONUS agreement. More information on PCS requirements, may be found at: https://afciviliancareers.com/regulatory/Up to 25% Recruitment or Relocation incentive may be authorizedPosition may be subject to random drug testingEmployee may be required to work other than normal duty hours, to include evenings, weekends and/or holidaysShift work and emergency overtime may be requiredEmployee must maintain current certificationsA security clearance may be requiredDisclosure of Political Appointments is requiredThe salary will be adjusted based on the base to which you are selected. This does not include any recruitment, relocation or retention incentives for which you may be eligible.A Retention Incentive up to 25% for Air Reserve Technician (ART) positions (varies by location) may be authorized for those who are eligible.As a Citizen Airman, you will receive pay for the time you spend drilling, as well as any additional time you spend on active duty or training for some positions. The pay is competitive and can help supplement your income from your civil service roleAdvanced In Hire or Superior Qualifications may be authorizedQualificationsQUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:GS-2181-12 (Airplane Pilot/Helicopter Pilot):Applicant must possess a USAF Pilot rating, hold a valid aviation service aeronautical order and have a minimum of 750 total military flight time in the organization's mission design series.GS-2181-13 (Airplane Pilot/Helicopter Pilot):Applicant must possess a USAF Pilot rating, hold a valid aviation service aeronautical order and have a minimum of 1,000 total military flight time in the organization's mission design series.GS-2181-13 (Flight Instructor):Applicant must possess two years of progressively responsible experience in a flying component of the U.S. military establishment in assignments that normally would qualify for progression into the position of Wing Operations and Training Officer or its equivalent.ANDMust possess a USAF Pilot rating, hold a valid aviation service aeronautical order and have a minimum of 1,200 total military flight time in the organization's mission design series.GS-2181-14 (Flight Instructor):Applicant must possess three years of progressively responsible experience in a flying component of the U.S. military establishment in assignments that normally would qualify for progression into the position of Wing Operations and Training Officer or its equivalent.ANDMust possess a USAF Pilot rating, hold a valid aviation service aeronautical order and have a minimum of 1,500 total military flight time in the organization's mission design series.NOTE: Pilot hours as described above may include (Primary, Secondary, Instructor, Evaluator, Stimulator, Student and other US Military and Foreign Military Time) in mission design series of organization of position being filled. You must submit an ATAFR-209 Form, Flying History Report or any official document what shows your most recent flight (last date actively flown), total flight hours and type of aircraft flown. FAILURE TO SUBMIT THE REQUIRED DOCUMENTATION AS DESCRIBED ABOVE, WILL RESULT IN AN INELIGIBLE RATING.These are Air Reserve Technician (ART) positions. ARTs are eligible for 15 days active duty tour each year for which military leave is granted with full civilian pay. Air Reserve units and members; are subject to immediate call to active duty in mobilization to meet a national emergency. For additional information regarding ART positions and/or military qualifications, please call 1-800-257-1212. Retired military are usually ineligible for membership in the AF Reserve. Retired military that have active AF Reserve assignments may apply provided they show assignment (position) on the application.A military service member's statement of service/certification will be accepted IF a terminal leave form or DD214 cannot be provided. The statement/certification should indicate member's separation from active duty is within 120 days of the closing date of this announcement. It must be signed by, or by direction of, the adjutant, personnel officer, or commander of your unit or higher headquarters and must indicate when your terminal leave will begin, your rank, dates of active duty service, the type of discharge and character of service (i.e. honorable). Your preference and/or appointment eligibility will be verified prior to appointment. Military members may be appointed before the effective date of their military retirement/separation if member is on terminal leave.Individuals selected for ART positions must meet both civilian qualifications and uniformed military requirements. In addition to meeting civilian qualifications, applicants must obtain military membership in the Air Force Reserve, wear the uniform, maintain job-specific military specialty requirements, and meet other military qualifications such as age, height, weight, and physical fitness standards. For more information click here and speak with an Air Force Reserve Recruiter.PART-TIME OR UNPAID EXPERIENCE: Credit will be given for appropriate unpaid and or part-time work. You must clearly identify the duties and responsibilities in each position held and the total number of hours per week.VOLUNTEER WORK EXPERIENCE: Refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service Programs (i.e., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student and social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge and skills that can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.AFR Pilot Concierge Cell (PCC):Email: hqafrc.a3rb.pilotconciergecell@us.af.milGlobal: A3/ReservePCCTeams Page: Reserve PCCTeams Chat: @ReservePCCSharepoint: https://www.milrecruiter.com/afrc-pcc/Phone: (478) 327-1546EducationThis job does not have an education qualification requirement.Additional informationSELRES ART Pilots may be eligible for the Experienced Aviator Retention Incentive for $30K/yr for 1-5 yr contracts.Some positions are developmental positions with grade level progression of GS-12 thru GS-14. You may be eligible for a promotion to the next higher grade level without re-applying, once you have completed one year at each grade level (upon managerial approval).Interagency Career Transition Assistance Program (ICTAP): For information on