ANNOUNCEMENT # 26-02-09
POSITION TITLE: 149th Fighter Squadron Commander
GRADE: O5/Lt Col
AFSC: 11F3J
LOCATION: Joint Base Langley-Eustis, VA
UNIT: 149th Fighter Squadron
OPENING DATE: 1 Mar 2026
CLOSING DATE: 31 Mar 2026
WHO MAY APPLY:
Open to all members of the Virginia Air National Guard in the grade of O5/Lt Col.
(Pending Resource and Control Grade Availability)
(Statewide)
CROSS TRAINING AUTHORIZED: N ASVAB SCORE REQUIRED: N/A
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Must meet all selection criteria IAW ANGI 36-101 Chapter 5, AFI 36-2905, DAFI 48-123.
BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Commanding officer of a Total Force Integrated squadron consisting of Pilots, host aviation aircrew management, and unit medical element personnel in support of F-22 and T-38 flying operations. Manages resources to organize, train and equip Airmen to be ready to fill HHQ taskings in support of global combat operations and high-level exercises. Responsible for executing autonomously based on intent of commanding officers, JFHQ, ANG, AF and DoD guidance and priorities. Responsible for the good order and discipline of the organization and foster cohesive teams to meet objectives.
1. Must have a minimum of 12 months of experience as a 8R000/3G071
2. Except for mobilization or other emergency, member accepted for tour will not be subject to permanent change of duty location without his/her consent. Retention in the program will be subject to continued satisfactory performance as determined by the supervisor and/or commander.
3. Individuals selected for AGR tours must meet the Preventative Health Assessment (PHA)/physical qualifications outlined in AFI 48-123, Medical Examination and Standards. They must also be current in all Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) requirements to include immunizations. RCPHA/PHA and dental must be conducted not more than 12 months prior to entry on AGR duty.
4. IAW ANGI 36-101, para 5.5. AGR Airmen are subject to the provisions of ANGI 10-248, Air National Guard (ANG) Fitness Program until superseded by AFI 36-2905, Fitness Program. Airmen must meet the minimum requirements for each fitness component in addition to scoring an overall composite of 75 or higher for entry into the AGR program. For members with a documented DLC which prohibits them from performing one or more components of the Fitness Assessment, an overall "Pass" rating is required.
5. Existing ANG promotion policies apply, and grade ceilings established by ANGI 36-101.
6. At the option of supervisor/nominating official, applicants are subject to personal interview upon notification of time and place. Necessary travel is at applicant’s expense.
7. Airmen who voluntarily resigned from the AGR Program in lieu of adverse personnel actions, or who have been involuntarily separated from the AGR Program are not eligible to reenter the program.
8. All notifications of selection are conditional until verification of security clearance, medical clearance and HRO approval.
9. Retention in the program will be subject to continued satisfactory performance as determined by the supervisor and/or commander.
10. Must maintain outstanding appearance, military bearing and high standards of conduct IAW AFI 36-2903 and AFI 36-2905 standards.
11. Must possess a valid state/territory driver's license to operate government motor vehicles.
12. No record of disciplinary action (Letter of Reprimand [LOR] or Article 15) for committing acts of malpractice or misconduct or engaging in an unprofessional or inappropriate relationship as defined in AFI 36-2909, or documented failures (LOR or Article 15) to exercise sound leadership principles with respect to morale or welfare of subordinates.
13. Member will need to be medically cleared before starting in the position.
APPLICATION PROCEDURES
Interested applicants must submit the following documents in ONE SINGLE PDF package (you can use the adobe portfolio function). INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS WILL NOT BE PROCESSED.
1. Completed NGB Form 34-1, Application for Active Guard/Reserve (AGR) Position https://www.ngbpmc.ng.mil/Forms/NGB-Forms/
2. Current Report of Individual Personnel (RIP)/Records Review, dated within last 30 days (Go to vMPF, select “Record Review/Update”, select “View/Print All Pages”, then print as Adobe pdf).
3. Current Individual Fitness Report from the Fitness Management System
4. Current Point Credit Accounting Report System (PCARS) (in vMPF select “Self Service Actions” link, then select “Personal Data”, select “ANG/USAFR Point Credit Summary Inquiry (PCARS)" and then finally select “View All” to print as pdf); if Active Duty submit the equivalent form of an AF 1613 or Statement of Service
(Branch equivalent documents authorized)
5. Individual Medical Readiness (IMR) Report (AF Portal)
Submit applications by email to:
ng.va.vaarng.list.wing-agr-mailbox-access@army.mil