Originally Posted by
JohnnyG
You may surprise yourself. Do you have the degree and is your medical a solid one? Mind you, a civilian first class won't get you a loadmaster medical on active duty, but if a guard or reserve unit likes you and wants you, they may be able to get you pushed through.
As JohnnyG said that's the key, getting to know some people on the inside...if you want to pursue this route. Networking will be of critical importance if you want to have an enlisted aircrew job with the ANG or USAFR. Few units are willing to hire people "off the street", personally I think this is a bad thing but it's how it is. If you know some guys that are ANG/USAFR aircrew or Pilots/Navigators talk with them to try to get your foot in the door. Don't expect to be immediately embraced, but if you meet some people in the unit you want to work in and they think you may be a fit, doors will open...it just takes time.