matmacwc Posted September 8, 2011 Posted September 8, 2011 (edited) These are for current, previously qualified or potentially qualified fighter dudes. NOT SUPT CANDIDATES, so don't post or ask. Mostly I'll post Nationwide, but sometimes I'll miss it if they are hiring internally. California ANG (AGR): https://www.calguard.ca.gov/cahr/Documents/Job/airagr/A11-066.pdf San Antonio (ART): ART San Antonio, gotta be current/qualified IP (TR): https://www.texasnationalguard.us/jobs/air/traditional/149/149-11-36%20Instructor%20Pilot%20new.pdf Klamath, have to have 300 hours in the F-15 (AGR): https://newafpims.afnews.af.mil/shared/media/document/AFD-110222-065.pdf Tell me there are no jobs. Time is running out to apply. Edited September 8, 2011 by matmacwc
cane53 Posted September 10, 2011 Posted September 10, 2011 Gents- I'm hoping this is the right venue. I'm currently a qualified AV-8B Marine aviator with multiple tours and multiple combat deployments looking at the end of my contract. The reason I bring this up is that there are a lot more rumors our there in my world then fact on how to make the gold to silver transitions. I've read the gold to silver transition package, but my primary question is if I'm looking at at guard/reserve unit who is the best person to talk to regarding the possibility of job. It seems that even when a job is advertised on USAJOBS or wherever the POC is still a MSGT or basic recruitor, not someone that actually knows about the position. I'm sure the "right person" to talk to might be different at different units, but a little guidance would be helpful.
Termy Posted September 13, 2011 Posted September 13, 2011 In the three Guard fighter units I have flown with, we didn't use a term like "Rated Pilot Hiring Manager." For fighter units, asking for the "Ops O" or "DO" is the best place to start. If he has designated someone to be in charge of hiring, he will send you there.
cane53 Posted September 14, 2011 Posted September 14, 2011 Yeah that makes a little more sense. As much as no one wants to admit it the OpsO is usually the defacto center of the universe in most TacAir Marine units. I appreciate the help.
matmacwc Posted October 30, 2011 Author Posted October 30, 2011 More: Bama ART https://www.al.ngb.army.mil/Careers/HRO/jobannouncements/airtech/Shared%20Documents/ANG11-140.htm
matmacwc Posted December 23, 2011 Author Posted December 23, 2011 Fresno F-16 AGR: https://www.calguard.ca.gov/cahr/Documents/Job/airagr/A12-017.pdf
BlackKnight Posted December 30, 2011 Posted December 30, 2011 Gents- I'm hoping this is the right venue. I'm currently a qualified AV-8B Marine aviator with multiple tours and multiple combat deployments looking at the end of my contract. The reason I bring this up is that there are a lot more rumors our there in my world then fact on how to make the gold to silver transitions. I've read the gold to silver transition package, but my primary question is if I'm looking at at guard/reserve unit who is the best person to talk to regarding the possibility of job. It seems that even when a job is advertised on USAJOBS or wherever the POC is still a MSGT or basic recruitor, not someone that actually knows about the position. I'm sure the "right person" to talk to might be different at different units, but a little guidance would be helpful. The unit may appoint an enlisted POC that handles the applications/paperwork side of the process. My unit always appoints a Capt/Major pilot, who then coordinates with the shoe clerk side as necessary. If you have to first contact a MSgt/recruiter, be polite, check the squares as necessary but ask for the Squadron Commander and/or DO's contact info ASAP and get in touch with them. They will have much more influence on getting hired and run the hiring board. If the POC starts to give you any flak don't let them [some see it as their empire, and may be intimidated by the Ops side- for example way back when I was trying to get hired as a UPT guy and I asked the enlisted POC for some of the pilots contacts (Squadron commander, etc.) and he wouldn't give it to me because "they are busy and we shouldn't bother them. Bullsh!t. That's who you need to talk to]. Good luck. My unit hired an AV-8 dude at the same time as me (Oct 08). Great dude who we're happy to have. Barney
Guest Posted December 30, 2011 Posted December 30, 2011 If the POC starts to give you any flak don't let them [some see it as their empire, and may be intimidated by the Ops side- for example way back when I was trying to get hired as a UPT guy and I asked the enlisted POC for some of the pilots contacts (Squadron commander, etc.) and he wouldn't give it to me because "they are busy and we shouldn't bother them. Bullsh!t It helps if your father is a General. You can say bullshit to anyone on the base in that case. Barney is absolutely right, talk to the FS/CC or DO. It is as simple as calling the ops desk and asking for one/both of them (or whomever is in charge that day, including the SOF). They won't be bothered by your call, you're a full up fighter pilot interested in the unit. That's a good thing. They are fighter pilots and they fully expect you to be aggressive and find them and talk to them if you want a job. I've seen USMC pilots thrive in ARC units because they take the flying seriously, have a much higher bullshit tolerance than the standard mewling USAF pilot and the are generally just damn glad to be part of the program because it is such a cakewalk compared to where they came from. I've also never seen a USMC pilot who flinched in combat. Commanders need that. Good luck.
cane53 Posted December 30, 2011 Posted December 30, 2011 Barney and Rainman I appreciate the input. In all honesty I was trying to feel out if the squadron CO would be appropriate. I've not problem trying to sell myself if I can be my foot in the door, with the right person. I just took a job teaching at our FRS for a little downtime but my intent is to start the rush this time next year. With all honesty we are thinking about trying to gets back to the pacific northwest so i may be trying to get to know he Boise A-10 drivers. I've det'd ou of Mt Home before an the ranges up there are great. Barney Who was the harrier driver you picked, we are a small family.
BlackKnight Posted December 30, 2011 Posted December 30, 2011 It helps if your father is a General. You can say bullshit to anyone on the base in that case. Hey! GFYS (again)! My mentioning that specific case wasn't because I knew to go past the guy at the time. It was because I've learned that since. I was too green and DIDN'T go past him. Luckily I still got hired. Cane53d- his callsign is Bones. That's all the info I'll give out on an internet message board, sorry.
Guest Posted December 30, 2011 Posted December 30, 2011 I just took a job teaching at our FRS for a little downtime but my intent is to start the rush this time next year. Start now. Offer to bring in a jet XC and give some academics on a drill. Barney can connect you with their patchwearer for the academics part. Technique only. Hey! GFYS (again)!. Fair enuf. But you're not denying the part about your Dad being a Vietnam ass kicking Navy exchange flying off a carrier USAF fighter pilot and...two star GO. That's something to be proud of..and it doesn't hurt none neither.
cane53 Posted December 31, 2011 Posted December 31, 2011 The XC is the plan for East Coast units. The harrier doesn't quite have the legs to make it out to Idaho unless we're on det and usually we det to the southwest(Yuma, El Centro, ect). Plus I'm currently at KAF so I'm going to go give some lectures to the guys on deployment here. That being said we used to have a lot of avionics that, in my opinion made out suite better than yours but now that you are using the link and gen 4 I'm just jealous.
BlackKnight Posted December 31, 2011 Posted December 31, 2011 Fair enuf. But you're not denying the part about your Dad being a Vietnam ass kicking Navy exchange flying off a carrier USAF fighter pilot and...two star GO. That's something to be proud of..and it doesn't hurt none neither. Agreed. I will never deny his accolades. His 10 air medals and DFC are just deserved. I will always be proud of him and he's one of my best friends. It's just tough to make your own way, as much as I try, without that as a part of my life. My comments were to educate without his influence- of which I never asked beyond a recommendation. But thank you for the honorable mention. He deserves inclusion always. I let him know that daily. I would be happy to help any ass-kickin' driven bro out there. Barney 1
cane53 Posted September 19, 2012 Posted September 19, 2012 Does anyone have a decent POC at 169th FW at McEntire? I can find is the CO's number, and I'd like to start a little lower.
matmacwc Posted January 21, 2013 Author Posted January 21, 2013 (edited) Updates? 11F Lt looking for a J O B. Are you at Iowa? Edited January 21, 2013 by matmacwc
Fast_N_Low135 Posted January 21, 2013 Posted January 21, 2013 (edited) Negative, attack bubba. You guys hiring, I am familiar with Tucson. Will re-train for food. Edited January 22, 2013 by Fast_N_Low135 1
matmacwc Posted January 22, 2013 Author Posted January 22, 2013 Negative, attack bubba. You guys hiring, I am familiar with Tucson. Will re-train for food. Most announcements require 500 hours of Viper time, sorry. Next announcement soon though, check https://www.azguard.gov/HRO/jobs.htm
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