Federal

AVIATION RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST

Air National Guard Units ยท Department of the Air Force
๐Ÿ“ New Castle, Delaware GS-9 $68,013 - $88,421/yr
Posted: Apr 7, 2026 Deadline: Apr 28, 2026 (Closes in 21 days days left)

About This Position

THIS IS A NATIONAL GUARD TITLE 32 EXCEPTED SERVICE POSITION. This National Guard position is for a AVIATION RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST, Position Description Number D2934000 and is part of the DE 166 Operation Support Squadron, National Guard.

Qualifications

Military Grades: E-4/SrA - E-8/SMSgt Compatible Military Assignments: 1C0X2 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-09 - Must have 1 year specialized experience, education or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, including compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information.

Applicants must have progressively responsible experience which demonstrates the ability to provide technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled. Experience interpreting regulations, policies or law and providing guidance.

Applicants must have experience providing technical guidance and assistance in the type of work or in comparable work of the position to be filled.

Applicants must have a thorough knowledge and understanding of administrative procedures and practices of management. Experience developing administrative procedures. DEFINITION OF SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: Specialized experience must be closely related to the work to be performed in the job for which you are applying and meet education, and other qualifications listed in the job announcement QUALITY OF EXPERIENCE: Length of time is not of itself qualifying.

Candidates' experience should be evaluated on the basis of duties performed rather than strictly on the rank of the individual; however, established compatibility criteria/assignments must be followed. The applicant's record of experience, training, and education must show possession of the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to fully perform the duties of the position to be filled. MILITARY REQUIREMENTS: For Dual-Status Technician positions service affiliation under Title 32 USC 709 is required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS: For positions requiring the operation of motor vehicles, candidates must have a valid state driver's license for the state in which they live or are principally employed. Joint/ANG/ARNG SARC/VA positions security requirements are listed in the Joint/ANG/ARNG SARC/VA Position Guidance for Title 5 & Title 32 positions only section above. For all other positions in this series requiring a security clearance (Secret or Top Secret) the applicant must possess or be able to obtain a clearance within one year of appointment.

Major Duties

  1. Serves as a management analyst with responsibility to advise and correct all operational and administrative aspects of the Aviation Resource Management System. Maintains, controls, and assigns security levels to users to ensure security of the database.

Develops and implements unique applications programs using base-level computers to meet the specific needs of the unit. Designs, develops, and modifies reports using System Query Language (SQL) and ad hoc queries to provide leadership with data retrieved through selective manipulation of the database. Analyzes management report products to determine program adequacy and accuracy, trends, and recommends corrective actions as required.

Communicates with ARMS Working Group (AWG) and Air Force Major Command points of contact regarding ARMS updates for issues or desired changes to the system and to ensure ANG use of the ARMS program is compatible with the Air Force standards, i.e., aviation objectives, policies, plans, and concepts. Identifies system related problems, their possible causes, and repairs or requests system repairs to the proper authority or DoD agencies. Performs system upgrades when required to ensure all users maintain minimum requirements.

Establishes or modifies local operating procedures for providing data automation support through coordination with host Information Processing Center (IPC) and users. Ensures all Standard Systems Group modifications and changes are implemented in ARMS to comply with the base-level requirements. Maintains liaison with Local Area Network managers to ensure the proper use of computer systems.

Writes and submits data automation enhancement, system maintenance, and deficiency reports to appropriate organization or agency.

  1. Perform the following operations for an average of 100 aircrew members. Provides go-no-go reports and conducts pre-mission and post-mission reviews; records aircrew and aircraft flying hour data; determines aviation service actions for attached and assigned flying personnel as it directly affects mission accomplishment and safety of flight.

Develops and executes procedures for the completion of annual flight physicals and receipt of documentation medically clearing crewmembers for flight status. Researches, validates, and interprets Air Force Instruction (AFI) Mission Design Series (MDS), specific medical and physiological requirements and flying and ground training requirements; and compares with higher headquarters mission training requirements. Translates these requirements into aircrew training tables, profiles, reports, and utilizes products to brief aircrew, senior leadership, training coordinators, commanders, and outside sources to include Numbered Air Force (NAF), Major Commands (MAJCOM), and Headquarters (HQ) U.S.

Air Force (USAF) to show training requirements, overall training objectives, and accomplishments. Notifies commander of individuals who fail to maintain flying or medical standards. Analyzes programmed reports for adequacy and accuracy related to mission requirements and brief results to aircrew and commanders.

Prepares and maintains correspondence as needed for suspensions, extensions, and waivers.

  1. Interprets and administers laws and regulations regarding entitlement incentive pay. Sole base-level approval authority determining entitlement to millions of dollars in aircrew incentive pay. Researches, interprets, analyzes and applies Department of Defense, Air Force, Air National Guard, and Wing guidelines, policies, and regulations including Aviation Management regulations, the Aviation Career Incentive Act (ACIA) of 1989, The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) of 1996, Pilot Records Improvement Act of 1996, and the NDAA of 2000.

Applies complex flight/jump pay rules and determines eligibility and entitlement to Aviation Incentive Pay (AvIP), Critical Skill Incentive Pay (CSIP), Special Warfare Airmen Skill incentive Pay (SWSIP), Hazardous Duty Incentive Pay (HDIP), and EARI (Aviation bonus Pay).

  1. Execute career field development responsibilities. Create and assign ARMS roles necessary to carry out 1C0X2 duty position requirements. Ensures deployment readiness for personnel. Self-inspections, rotation of positions (Training office, Stan/Eval, Current Ops, Scheduling). Periodically reviews position descriptions to ensure accuracy, and the most effective utilization of personnel resources. Performs other duties as assigned. Contact HRO for full copy of the Position Description

Education

There are no substitution of education for specialized experience at GS-09

How You Will Be Evaluated

Once the announcement has closed, your resume and supporting documentation will be used to determine if you meet the qualifications listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared to your responses on the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If you rate yourself higher than is supported by your application package, your responses may be adjusted and/or you may be excluded from consideration for this position.

If you are found to be among the top qualified candidates, you will be referred to the selecting official for employment consideration.

Your qualifications will be evaluated on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities and other characteristics):

Additional Information

If you are a male applicant who was born after 12/31/1959 and are required to register under the Military Selective Service Act, the Defense Authorization Act of 1986 requires that you be registered or you are not eligible for appointment in this agency (Register | Selective Service System : Selective Service System (sss.gov)).

How to Apply

To apply for this position, you must complete the online application/Occupational Questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. To view the Occupational Questionnaire, click the following link: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12929297 A complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on the closing date of the announcement to receive consideration. To begin, click Apply to access the online application.

You will need to be logged into your USAJOBS account to apply. If you do not have a USAJOBS account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package.

You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted.

Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position.

Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package, and submit the application. To verify the status of your application, log into your USAJOBS account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/.

Required Documents

To apply for this position, you must submit a complete Application Package which includes: 1.

Your resume showing: Contact Information-your name and the best way to contact you. Relevant work experience-include the employer's name, job title, start and end dates (month/year), the number of hours worked per week and describe how you meet the required qualifications of the job. Federal jobs should include series and grade. Education, certifications or licensures. ***Starting September 27, 2025, USAJOBS will only accept resumes that are two or fewer pages. Applicants who submit a resume longer than two pages may be found ineligible for further consideration.

  1. Other supporting documents: Resume (Required), DNG 51-R (Required) & any other supporting documents for qualification purposes.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the salary for the AVIATION RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST position at Air National Guard Units?
The salary range for this position is $68,013 - $88,421/yr. This is a GS-9 position on the General Schedule pay scale. Actual pay may vary based on locality adjustments.
Where is the AVIATION RESOURCE MANAGEMENT SPECIALIST job located?
This position is located in New Castle, Delaware. This is an on-site position.
What qualifications do I need?
Military Grades: E-4/SrA - E-8/SMSgt Compatible Military Assignments: 1C0X2 SPECIALIZED EXPERIENCE: GS-09 - Must have 1 year specialized experience, education or training equivalent to at least the next lower grade level, including compiling reports, letters, memoranda, etc., and required person-to-person contacts to convey information. Applican...
How do I apply for this position?
Apply through USAJobs.gov by clicking the 'Apply on USAJobs' button. You'll need a USAJobs account, a federal-style resume, and supporting documents. The deadline is Apr 28, 2026.
Is a security clearance required?
Yes, a Secret clearance is required.
What does GS-9 mean?
GS-9 refers to the General Schedule grade level. Higher grades require more experience and offer higher pay. Visit our GS Pay Scale page for full salary tables by grade and locality.
What benefits do federal employees receive?
Federal employees receive comprehensive benefits including health insurance (FEHB), retirement through FERS, Thrift Savings Plan (TSP) with government matching, paid annual and sick leave, paid parental leave, life insurance, and student loan repayment programs.