214th Attack Squadron

Arizona Air National Guard

Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ

Requirements:
● Applicants must be a winged manned (11X) or unmanned (18X) pilot with a current Air Force flying class 1
medical. All medical waivers MUST be complete before applying for this position, we will not hire with
waivers pending/needed.

● Must be O-4 with less than 3 years time in grade or below. We are not entertaining control grade hires (O-
5 and above) or any officers passed over for promotion to O-4/O-5 at this time.

● Must be able pass Air Force physical fitness test.

● Must not have UIF or other disciplinary action in personnel records.

● Prefer personnel with ties to Tucson/live in the local commuting area (Tucson metro) or be willing to
relocate.

● Current and qualified MQ-9 pilots preferred

● Launch/Recovery and Instructor/Evaluator experience desired

Training Pipeline Overview:

● PIQ: 6 month TDY – March ARB, CA; Syracuse, NY; or Holloman AFB, NM

● Seasoning: 60 days minimum of active duty orders at Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ

Expectations After Training:

● 1 weekend per month (Unit Training Assembly/Drill)

● Current and Qualified: Expectation is to be proficient in the aircraft and have the basic knowledge and
proficiency of a combat ready aircraft commander. 214th minimum is 4 duty days on average per month (2
UTA and 2 flying days) to meet currency and proficiency standards. Showing up and flying once a month
will not cut it.

● Allowed up to 72 Additional Flying Training Periods (AFTPs)

● Full year orders are potentially available pending funding and squadron manning.

● Be an active and productive member of the 214th Attack Squadron and “pull their weight” around the
squadron.
 214th Attack Squadron
Arizona Air National Guard
Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ

Deployments/Work Schedule:
● The 214th ATKS is in a constant state of deployed operations from Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ. Deployments
away from Davis Monthan are rare and usually by request from the member. Limited TDYs for training
once qualified are possible at generally no more than 1 week at a time.

● Work schedule follows 3 separate 8 hour shifts to cover 24/7 operations. While flying you will be on a 5-
4-3-2 panama-style work schedule (5 days on, 4 off, 3 on, 2 off and repeat) and you will rotate shifts
every 6 weeks. It is required for you to maintain your rotation including overnight
shifts/holidays/weekends. No exceptions will be accommodated for medical/family/convenience except
in emergent situations.

● Do not apply for this position if you are unable or unwilling to work overnights/holidays/weekends.

● Leave is encouraged with appropriate notice and will be accommodated as the flying schedule allows.

Application Package: Digital Copy Required/Paper copy recommended

● Cover Letter (Limit to one page)

● Current Resume (Limit to one page)

● Letters of Recommendation (minimum of 2)

● Last 3 OPRs

● SURF

● Turn in a fully completed package

o Digital Copies of Application will be sent to 214atkshiring@gmail.com

Tips for Selection:

● Keep the contents of the application package professional, remember application package is a
representation of yourself on paper format.

● Make sure you meet all requirements/prerequisites, any questions/comments should be directed to the
214th hiring team.

● Make an effort to visit the unit if at all possible. We want to ensure not only your fit with our
squadron, but also that it’s the right fit for you.
 214th Attack Squadron
Arizona Air National Guard
Davis-Monthan AFB, AZ

Contact for questions/squadron visit:

POCs: Capt Chris Morell, Maj Barnabas Olsen

Email: 214atkshiring@gmail.com

Phone: 520-228-3914
DSN: 228-3914
Cell: 405-590-8200