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Aircraft Pilot

U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command · Department of the Army

This job in plain English

This job is an Aircraft Pilot position at Yuma Proving Ground in Arizona, run by the U.S. Army Test and Evaluation Command. This is a notice of possible future openings, and the flyer may or may not lead to filled jobs. The job needs a Secret security clearance eligibility, about 10% travel, and ongoing pilot certification.

Telework eligible1 vacancy listed; multiple positions may be filled from this announcement

Can you apply?

Yes, if you are a U.S. citizen: this job is open to everyone.

  • Open to everyoneAny U.S. citizen or national can apply. Some jobs also accept non-citizens; the announcement says so.

Only U.S. citizens, nationals, or people who owe allegiance to the United States can apply. The job is open to the public.

Do you qualify for GS-13?

With experience: The announcement does not list the experience needed. It points to the OPM minimum qualification standard for the 2181 Aircraft Operation series.

Licenses and certifications you need:

  • Pilot certification, which you must keep current
  • Flight physical, which you must keep current
  • A copy of your job-related license or certification must be submitted with your application

How to apply well

What to send:

  • Resume, two pages or less, showing employer, job title, month and year dates, hours per week, and duties
  • Copy of your job-related license or certification, required or you will be rated ineligible
  • Transcripts if you qualify through education
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship
  • Optional cover letter

How you will be rated: Human Resources reviews your resume and supporting documents against the listed requirements when vacancies occur. You are rated on communication and briefing, flight planning, and aviation operations. If your qualifications appear inflated, or if information is missing or wrong, you may lose consideration.

Tips for this job:

  • Your resume must be two pages or less and show hours per week for each job, or your application may be marked incomplete.
  • Include a copy of your pilot certification or license with your package, or you will be rated ineligible.
  • Submit everything through the link in How to Apply by 11:59 PM EST on 11/16/2026. Email and mail are not accepted.

Good to know before you apply

Schedule: Full-time

Incentives and relocation: Recruitment incentives, relocation incentives, student loan repayment, credit for leave accrual, and Permanent Change of Station allowance may be available. Relocation expenses may be reimbursed under agency policy.

Conditions of employment:

  • Possible suitability or fitness determination after background investigation
  • About 10% temporary duty travel
  • Able to obtain and keep Secret security clearance eligibility
  • Background investigation and credit check
  • Urinalysis drug screening before appointment and periodically after
  • One-year probationary period may be required
  • Maintain pilot certification and flight physical
  • Proof of U.S. citizenship required
  • Selective Service registration for men born after 1959
  • Direct deposit of pay required
  • Selection may be restricted by DoD referral system for displaced employees

We wrote this summary automatically from the official announcement. The announcement on USAJOBS is the only one that counts: read it before you apply.

Job details

Salary
$106,437 – $138,370 per year
Pay scale and grade
GS-13 · General Schedule
Location
Yuma Proving Ground, Arizona
Appointment
Permanent
Work schedule
Full-time
Service
Competitive
Openings
1
Security clearance
Secret
Travel
Occasional travel
Drug test
Not required
Supervisory
No
Occupation
Aircraft Operation (2181)
Announcement
SDSE-26-13103075-HDF

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