193rd Special Operations Squadron
193rd Special Operations Wing
Middletown, Pennsylvania
Aircraft: C-130, MC-130J
Mailing Address:
76 Constellation Court
Middletown, Pennsylvania 17057
Website:
https://www.193sow.ang.af.mil/Recruiter POC:
Capt Hunter Gladfelter
193sos.pilot.recruiting@us.af.mil
(717) 948-2623
Job Description
Pilot Position with the 193rd Special Operations Squadron
The 193rd Special Operations Squadron (SOS), a distinguished unit within the U.S. Air Force, is seeking highly qualified and motivated individuals for pilot positions flying the MC-130J Commando II. As a member of the 193rd SOS, you will be part of a premier special operations flying unit, executing critical missions worldwide.
The Airframe: MC-130J Commando II
The MC-130J Commando II is the Special Operations Forces' premier mobility platform. It is a multi-mission aircraft primarily designed for clandestine, or low visibility, single or multi-ship infiltration, exfiltration, and resupply of special operations forces in hostile or denied territory. Its secondary mission includes the air-to-air refueling of special operations helicopters and tiltrotor aircraft.
Pilot Selection Board Application Process
The 193rd Special Operations Squadron holds periodic Undergraduate Pilot Training (UPT) / Pilot Selection Boards.
Minimum Requirements:
- Must be 32.5 years of age or younger at the time of the board.
- Possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited institution (or be in your senior year).
- Be in excellent health with no history of DUIs/DWIs or substance abuse.
- Have no more than 8 years of total federal commissioned service.
Competitive applicants will possess:
- An FAA Private Pilot Certificate.
- High AFOQT, TBAS, and PCSM scores.
- Ties to Pennsylvania or the northeastern U.S.
- A strong knowledge of the 193rd Special Operations Wing's mission.
Application Submission:
A complete application package must be submitted in both a physical paper copy and a single, consolidated electronic PDF file by the posted deadline for the current board.
- Email Electronic Copy to: 193sos.pilot.recruiting@us.af.mil
- Mail/Deliver Physical Copy to:
193 SOS Green Flight
76 Constellation Court
Middletown, PA 17057