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AIRCRAFT LOADMASTER TITLE 32
Department of the Air Force Air National Guard Units 164th AW 155 AS Apply Print Share Save
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Summary THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AIRCRAFT LOADMASTER TITLE 32 Position Description Number NGD1632000 and is part of the TN 164th AW Air National Guard. This vacancy is covered by Association of Civilian Technicians ACT Chapter 115 Pyramid on the River Chapter. This announcement is a dual bid with Title 32 Job Announcement TN-12873527-AF-26-091 only one selection will be made.
Overview Help Accepting applications Open & closing dates 02132026 to 03042026 Salary 67970 to - 88356 per year Pay scale & grade GS 10 Location 1 vacancy in the following location Memphis TN 1 vacancy Remote job No Telework eligible No Travel Required Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position. Relocation expenses reimbursed No Appointment type Permanent Work schedule Full-time Service Excepted Promotion potential None Job family Series 2185 Aircrew Technician Supervisory status No Security clearance Secret Drug test No Financial disclosure No Bargaining unit status Yes Announcement number TN-12883414-AF-26-099 Control number 857742200
Help The public U.S. Citizens Nationalals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S. National Guard and reserves Current members those who want to join or transitioning military members. Clarification from the agency Area 1 Permanently employed Tenure 1 OR 2 Air technicians located at the facility announcing the position Area 2 Permanently employed Tenure 1 OR 2 Air technicians located statewide Area 3 Qualified members of the Tennessee Air National Guard Area 4 Qualified applicants eligible for membership in the Tennessee Air National Guard
Duties Help As an AIRCRAFT LOADMASTER GS-2185-10 you will conduct loadmaster training to ensure worldwide capability. Training includes initial and mission qualification as well as continuation upgrade and specialized training. Provide direct assistance to the aircraft Pilot a Perform preflight inspection of the interior and exterior of the aircraft to include engines fuselage and control surfaces for mechanical and structural soundness. Review aircraft maintenance documentation and ensure aircraft maintenance status complies with the command operating restrictions and the applicable flight manual. During all aircraft operations monitor engine and aircraft system performance analyze instrument readings and identify abnormal indications or system malfunctions. Accomplish loadmaster functions a Prior to flight accomplish preflight checks inspection acceptance and operation of all aircraft loading equipment and systems. b Develop and certify cargo load plans considering quantity weight configuration floor capacity compartment restrictions and proper location within the aircraft to achieve the optimum center of gravity. c Ascertain fuel passenger and cargo weights. d Brief passengers on flight itinerary use of emergency equipment emergency exits and procedures for egress oxygen use life preservers electronic devices and movement about the aircraft before during and after flight. Perform staff work based on specialized knowledge of the units mission assigned aircraft and the related programs to ensure safe and successful accomplishment of required training assigned mission support and airlift support requirements. Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements Help Conditions of employment NATIONAL GUARD MEMBERSHIP IS REQUIRED. If you are not sure you are eligible for military membership please contact a National Guard recruiter prior to applying for this position. This is an excepted service position that requires membership in a compatible military assignment in the employing states National Guard required prior to the effective date of placement. 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. Males born after 31 December 1959 must be registered for Selective Service. Federal employment suitability as determined by a background investigation. May be required to successfully complete a trial period. Participation in direct deposit is mandatory. Must attain and maintain mission-ready status at the appropriate crew qualification level in the units assigned aircraft. Periodically must take and pass written and in-flight standardization evaluation exams to include random no notice exams. May be exposed to physiological hazards of flight plus physicalpsychological demands of lengthy missions must work in confined hazardous noise areas subject to inclement weather during ground operations and dangerous conditions during flight. May be required to travel in military and commercial aircraft to perform temporary duty assignments. Required to maintain proficiency in the use of firearms. As prescribed by regulation may be required to carry and use a concealed weapon while performing aircrew related duties. Applicant must complete a Baseline Pre-Placement Screening for General Schedule positions within 30 days of appointment. Acceptance of a Federal position may terminate Tricare Reserve Select eligibility. 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 T32 ONLY For positions requiring a security clearance Secret or Top Secret the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.
Qualifications Military Grades E-3 through E-9 Compatible Military Assignments 1A132 1A152 1A172 GENERAL EXPERIENCE Must have experience in functions such as preparing aircraft loading plans loading and offloading aircraft operating loading equipment and ensuring security of cargo in flight. SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE Must have 24 months specialized experience education or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level experience education or training analyzing and evaluating training accomplishments to determine the effectiveness of the loadmaster training program. Experience in providing ground and flight training instruction for developing upgrading and evaluating the skills of loadmaster aircrew members. Experience completing records of fuel consumptions range and in-flight performance data. Experience performing post flight checks of the aircraft and coordinating with maintenance all discrepancies requiring corrective action.
Education Education Requirement None Substitution of Education to qualify for this position is not available.
Additional information If you are a male applicant who was born after 12311959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency Register | Selective Service System Selective Service System sss.gov. Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government passionate about the ideals of our American republic and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
How you will be evaluated You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above. Once the announcement has closed your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position. If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.
Benefits Help A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package. As a federal employee you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding. Opens in a new windowLearn more about federal benefits. Review our benefits Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time part-time or intermittent. Contact the hiring agency for more information on the specific benefits offered.
Required documents Help To apply for this position you must submit a complete Application Package which includes