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AIR TRAFFIC CONTROL SPECIALIST (TERMINAL)

Air Traffic Control Specialist

Dual-certified tower and RAPCON air traffic controller; must hold or obtain ATC/Control Tower Operator certificates, 1 year specialized GS-10-level experience, knowledge of ATC procedures, and pass pre-employment medical and security vetting.

IT SPECIALIST (PLCYPLN)

IT Specialist

Requires specialized IT policy and planning experience (1 year at GS-11 equivalent), knowledge of capital investment planning, cryptographic/system security, PPBS budgeting, and strong oral/written communication skills.

ELECTRONIC INTEGRATED SYSTEMS MECHANIC

Electronic Integrated Systems Mechanic

Must be able to repair, test, troubleshoot, calibrate, and maintain complex avionics and environmental systems; knowledge of electronic theory, test equipment, technical orders, basic computer skills, and ability to meet physical/vision/hearing standards; Secret clearance required.

AIRCRAFT PNEUDRAULIC SYSTEMS MECHANIC

Aircraft Pneudraulic Systems Mechanic

Perform removal, installation, troubleshooting, overhaul, testing, calibration, and repair of complex aircraft pneudraulic systems; follow safety procedures and OPM WG-8200 qualification standards; pass drug testing and meet physical/vision requirements.

AIRCRAFT ORDNANCE SYSTEMS MECHANIC

Aircraft Ordnance Systems Mechanic

Test, troubleshoot, inspect, modify and repair aircraft egress/jettison systems; meet Personal Reliability Program (PRP) and Secret clearance; use special test equipment; meet vision, hearing and physical requirements; perform heavy lifting.

SUPERVISORY HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST

Human Resources Specialist

Secret clearance required; minimum one year specialized HR experience at the GS-14 level; extensive knowledge of federal HR laws, regulations, and personnel management; supervisory and advisory experience at command level.

AVIATION RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Aviation Resource Management Specialist

Provide aviation resource management support including ARMS/PEX/Omni maintenance, data analysis, personnel records, regulatory interpretation; must meet ART and Air Force Reserve requirements and obtain Secret clearance.

AIRCRAFT PNEUDRACULIC SYSTEM MECHANIC

Aircraft Pneudraulic System Mechanic

Must perform removing, installing, troubleshooting, overhauling, testing, calibrating, and repairing aircraft pneudraulic systems; obtain/retain Secret clearance; meet Air Reserve Technician requirements; subject to drug testing and vision/physical demands.

HUMAN RESOURCES SPECIALIST (MILITARY)

Requires specialized experience in military personnel programs and automated personnel systems (or a related master's degree), ability to analyze personnel data, and ability to obtain/maintain a Secret clearance.

SUPERVISORY AIRPLANE FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR

Airplane Flight Instructor

Must be an Air Reserve Technician (ART) officer, instructor-qualified in unit aircraft, meet AFRC requirements, obtain and retain Top-Secret clearance, meet flight-hour thresholds (2000 total or 1300 primary/instructor), willing to sign mobility agreement, submit to drug testing.

AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS OFFICER

Aircraft Operations Officer

Must hold or qualify for USAF pilot or navigator rating, be instructor qualified in unit aircraft, meet minimum flying hours (1,200 navigator; GS-13 up to 2,000 total or 1,300 primary hours), and submit supporting documentation; Secret clearance required.

AIRCRAFT OVERHAUL LEADER

Aircraft Overhaul Leader

Serve as an ART work leader/crew chief overseeing aircraft maintenance and inspections; strong knowledge of aircraft systems, trades, diagnostics, safety, and ability to perform heavy physical work; must obtain and retain Secret clearance.

LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Logistics Management Specialist

Must meet ART and Air Force Reserve requirements and possess 52 weeks specialized experience at GS-08 equivalent in logistics planning, manpower analysis, deployment/WRM support, plus strong written/oral communication. Secret clearance required.

AVIATION RESOURCES MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Aviation Resources Management Specialist

1+ year specialized experience (GS-07 equivalent) in aviation resource management/ARMS; ability to analyze data, administer pay entitlements, interpret AFIs/MDS requirements, and train reservists.

TRANSPORTATION SPECIALIST

Transportation Specialist

Must meet GS-09 specialized experience (1 year at GS-07 or equivalent) or possess qualifying graduate education. Requires knowledge of transportation and vehicle control programs, SORTS reporting, hazardous materials/EPA rules, report writing, and effective oral/written communication. May require CDL and military membership; Secret clearance required.

AIRCRAFT OVERHAUL SUPERVISOR

Aircraft Overhaul Supervisor

Must meet OPM X-118C WS-8800 standards; ability to lead/supervise; knowledge of aircraft overhaul trades, safety regulations, blueprint reading, troubleshooting, and MIS (CAMS, GO-81).

AIRCRAFT MECHANIC

Aircraft Mechanic

Ability to perform aircraft mechanic duties with little to no supervision; knowledge of aircraft systems, safety procedures, and supply/documentation; must obtain and maintain Secret clearance; able to perform heavy lifting and physically demanding tasks.

Secret clearance required. Install, maintain, troubleshoot, repair, align, calibrate, and rebuild multi-system avionics complexes; perform functional testing; interpret schematics; lift up to 40 lbs; may require TDY air travel.

Requires specialized experience (1 year at GS-7 equivalent) in aviation resource management, ARMS/ARMS database updates, report writing, and administrative aviation recordkeeping; OR graduate education alternatives available.

Perform inspection, troubleshooting, repair, adjustment, and testing of major aircraft systems; certify work to USAF technical orders; meet Air Force Reserve requirements and physical/vision/hearing standards; heavy lifting and physical tasks required.

UNIT DEPLOYMENT MANAGER

Unit Deployment Manager

Requires specialized experience in deployment operations and medical readiness administration, ability to develop and conduct training, prepare reports and briefings, use office/IT systems, and obtain/maintain a Secret security clearance.

AIRMAN & FAMILY READINESS PROGRAM MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Program Management Specialist

Degree in behavioral or social science (or equivalent education/experience) and at least one year specialized experience at the next lower grade (GS-11); skills in interviewing, assessing organizational needs, developing plans, and effective oral and written communication.

AIRCRAFT MAINTENANCE MANAGER

Aircraft Maintenance Manager

Air Reserve Technician (ART) officer position requiring ability to plan, organize, and direct aircraft maintenance operations; at least 1 year specialized experience at next lower grade; must obtain and maintain Secret clearance and meet Air Force Reserve requirements.

SAFETY AND OCCUPATIONAL HEALTH SPECIALIST

Safety and Occupational Health Specialist

Requires education in safety/occupational health or specialized experience managing safety programs; GS-11 requires 1 year specialized experience at GS-09; certifications such as CSP, CIH, or CHP may qualify.

FLIGHT ENGINEER

Flight Engineer

Must meet Air Reserve Technician and Air Force Reserve membership requirements, hold required aircrew qualifications (instructor/examiner within 8 years), meet GS flight-hour minima (300 for GS-09, 500 for GS-10), maintain weapons proficiency, and possess knowledge of aircraft systems, performance, and instruction methods.

FIREFIGHTER (HAZMAT TECH/BASIC LIFE SUPPORT)

Firefighter

Must have 1 year of specialized fire protection experience (GS-06 equivalent), Secret clearance, firefighting and HAZMAT certifications, ability to operate firefighting apparatus, and complete EMT-B, aerial operator, and hazmat technician certifications within 24 months of hire.

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE SPECIALIST

Medical Administrative Specialist

Perform medical administration, budget and readiness reporting, training coordination, IM/IT and personnel security management; require 1 year specialized experience at GS-07 or a Master's (or combination); must obtain Secret clearance.

INSPECTIONS SPECIALIST

Inspections Specialist

Requires Secret clearance, 1 year specialized experience at GS-09 (or equivalent) in inspection/compliance, knowledge of DoD/AF policies, skill in analysis and communication, and ability to obtain/maintain Air Force Reserve membership and military qualifications.

HEALTH SYSTEM SPECIALIST

Health System Specialist

Serve as an Air Reserve Technician providing medical standards guidance, policy interpretation, case management, quality review of medical documentation, and limited supervision; must meet GS-09 specialized experience or equivalent education and obtain/maintain Secret clearance.

FIREFIGHTER (HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OPERATIONS)

Must have DoD Firefighter II (includes Firefighter I), HAZMAT Awareness and Operations, EMR/EMT (or equivalent) certifications, 1 year specialized experience, ability to perform structural firefighting, hazard assessment, rescue, and first aid/CPR.

Recreation Assistant

Working familiarity with group activity routines, practical knowledge of recreational activities and equipment, and ability to interact effectively with the public.

MEDICAL ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICER

Medical Administrative Officer

Air Reserve Technician Officer (Major) with Secret clearance; minimum 1 year specialized experience at GS-11 equivalent in aeromedical evacuation program management, analysis, C3, medical program oversight, and ability to produce spreadsheets/reports.

Requires specialized experience in deployment operations, administrative program management, and medical readiness; 1 year specialized experience at GS-07 or equivalent, or a Master's/graduate education alternative; Secret clearance required.

Performs inspection, troubleshooting, repair, and testing of aircraft systems; must meet OPM WG-8800 qualification standards and be able to work without more than normal supervision.

SUPERVISORY HELICOPTER FLIGHT INSTRUCTOR

Helicopter Flight Instructor

Must be a rated aircrew member with ≥1000 hours military flight time in MDS, hold/qualify for a USAF pilot rating and aviation service aeronautical order, flown military aircraft within past 8 years; certified instructor pilot; supervisory and training management experience.

Perform inspection, troubleshooting, repair, overhaul, and recordkeeping for aircraft systems; must meet OPM WG-8800 standards and be able to work with little to no supervision; must obtain/maintain Secret clearance.

Must meet OPM WG-8200 qualification standards; ability to perform aircraft pneudraulic system maintenance with minimal supervision, obtain and maintain Secret clearance, pass random drug testing, meet Air Reserve Technician/reserve requirements, and meet physical and vision standards.

MANAGEMENT SUPPORT SPECIALIST

Management Support Specialist

Requires 1 year specialized experience (GS-07 level) in military personnel/administrative programs, knowledge of automated systems, ability to plan and direct staff, analyze data, and communicate effectively; must obtain Secret clearance and meet Air Force Reserve requirements.

AIRCRAFT ENGINE MECHANIC

Aircraft Engine Mechanic

Perform and coordinate inspection, repair, overhaul, troubleshooting, test, and documentation of aircraft propulsion systems; serve as technical authority and train personnel; must meet OPM WG-8600 qualification standards.

POWERED SUPPORT SYSTEMS MECHANIC

Powered Support Systems Mechanic

Secret clearance required. Troubleshoot, test, repair, overhaul, service, and dispatch powered ground support equipment; knowledge of electricity, engines, and generators; use hand and power tools; lift ~40 lbs; meet OPM WG-5300 standards.