477th Fighter Group has openings for reservists, civilians Published Oct. 25, 2011 By Capt. Ashley Conner 477th Fighter Group Public Affairs JOINT BASE ELMENDORF-RICHARDSON, Alaska -- The 477th Fighter Group here has open positions for civilian and military employment. The available positions range from administrative support to civil engineering, offering something for everyone. The 477th FG is Air Force Reserve Command's first F-22A Raptor unit. As a classic associate, the unit is responsible for recruiting, training, developing and retaining Citizen Airmen to support the 3rd Wing and Expeditionary Air Force mission requirements. The 477th FG is dependent on reservists, Air Reserve Technicians and civilians working side-by-side with the regular Air Force 3rd Wing to operate, maintain and support the F-22 Raptors assigned here. Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson is on the outskirts of Anchorage and approximately 360 miles from Eielson AFB in Fairbanks, Alaska. The group is comprised of nearly 500 traditional reservists, Air Reserve Technicians and civilians. The majority of the group is made up of traditional reservists who are only obligated to serve one weekend a month during Unit Training Assembly weekends or drill weekends and two weeks of annual tour a year. The list of traditional reserve vacancies changes frequently and rank varies. For the most up to date information please call 907-551-4723 Officer Traditional Reserve opportunities include: F-22 Pilot Aircraft Maintenance Civil Engineer Optometrist Enlisted Traditional Reserve opportunities include: Air Operations Aircraft Fabrication Supply Munitions Maintenance Aircraft Armament Cyber Operations Civil Engineer Readiness Security Forces Force Support Education and Training First Sergeant Another 30 perent of the group is made up of Air Reserve Technicians or ARTs who carry a dual status as uniform wearing civilians during the week and as a military member during unit training assemblies. There are also opportunities for civilian employees. Open ART and civilian positions change frequently. For the most up to date information visit USAJOBS.gov or contact the 477th Force Support Squadron Civilian Personnel liaison at 907-551-3024.