About the opportunity
This position is for a Flight Operations Specialist with the Nevada Army National Guard at Stead AFB, Nevada. The purpose of this role is to conduct preflight briefings for pilots, assure pilot and crew qualifications, complete risk analysis projections, and provide in-flight advisory and flight-following services. Key responsibilities include processing extended and local clearances, transmitting flight plans, maintaining aviation service data and training records, scheduling assigned aircraft and aircrews, and serving as the Synthetic Flight Training System coordinator. The role requires compatibility with military grade and assignment (W01 through W03 with MOS 153DC) and maintaining dual-status military membership.
Salary and benefits
- Salary ranging from $56,102 to $72,929 per year (GS pay plan)
- Federal employment with the Department of the Army
- Recruitment or relocation incentives may be available, subject to funding availability and approval
Who can apply?
- Must possess general experience interpreting basic rules, regulations, and procedures of a transportation program and using computer and automation systems
- Must possess 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade (GS-07) applying directives governing transportation of personnel, cargo, or freight, verifying legal entitlements for travel, and planning or organizing the work of others
- Must have a compatible military grade of W01 through W03 and compatible Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) 153DC
- Must obtain and maintain National Guard membership and all military skill, training, education, and certification requirements
- Must be able to obtain and maintain the appropriate security clearance and Federal employment suitability
- Must be registered for Selective Service if male born after December 31, 1959
- Must hold a valid state driver's license if required to operate motor vehicles
Required documents
- A concise resume of no longer than two pages containing hours worked per week, dates of employment (month/year to month/year), and grade and series if in civil service
- OF-306 Declaration for Federal Employment (excluding questions 9 through 13 on page 1)
- SF-181 Ethnicity and Race Identification form
- Completed USAJOBS Assessment Questionnaire
- Soldier Talent Profile (STP) no more than 90 days old (or ORB/ERB/RIP where applicable)
- Any additional supporting documentation such as certificates, licenses, or transcripts to support qualifications
When to apply
- Application opening date: October 23, 2026
- Application closing date: October 22, 2027 at 11:59 PM Eastern Standard Time (8:59 PM Pacific Time)
How to apply
- Log into your USAJOBS account and review the job announcement details
- Prepare a two-page maximum resume addressing minimum qualifications and specialized experience without copying directly from the announcement
- Complete the online application and Occupational Questionnaire via USAStaffing
- Upload all required documents, including your resume, OF-306, SF-181, and Soldier Talent Profile
- Submit your complete application package before the closing date and verify its submission status on your USAJOBS account
Additional information
- This is a non-bargaining unit, dual-status military technician position located at Stead AFB, Nevada.
- Permanent Change of Station (PCS) funding is not authorized; non-local candidates must relocate at their own expense.
- Acceptance of this position may impact or terminate existing enlistment bonuses, student loan repayment programs, or federal bonuses under the Selected Reserve Incentive Program.
- Position is covered by the Lautenberg Amendment regarding domestic violence misdemeanors.
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Current warrant officers with MOS 153DC looking for a specialized flight operations role within the Nevada Army National Guard
- Candidates with a solid background in aviation operations, transportation regulations, or flight-following support services
- Professionals experienced in managing aircrew records, scheduling aircraft, and coordinating safety of flight directives
What should you think carefully about?
- Dual-status military membership in the National Guard is strictly mandatory to hold and maintain this position
- Permanent Change of Station (PCS) funding is not provided, meaning relocation expenses must be covered out of pocket if you do not reside locally
- Acceptance may result in the termination or loss of eligibility for existing enlistment bonuses or student loan repayment incentives
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This role offers a structured career opportunity for qualified military aviators and aviation specialists seeking to transition into or continue within flight operations management in a dual-status capacity. It provides stable federal employment, structured professional duties within aviation training and safety, and an opportunity to support National Guard missions directly at Stead AFB.
Our take
This position is well-suited for eligible warrant officers holding the required MOS who wish to secure a stable federal aviation operations role in Nevada. Candidates must ensure they meet all military compatibility requirements and be prepared to cover their own relocation expenses if moving to Stead AFB.
Ready to apply?
Review the opportunity on the official website before applying.
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