Sensor Operator / Pilot | Fixed-Wing Survey Aircraft

by ••••••••• in Contract/Seasonal Low Hours Other Aviation Roles

Posted Today

Sensor Operator / Pilot | Fixed-Wing Survey Aircraft

by ••••••••• in Contract/Seasonal Low Hours Other Aviation Roles
•••••••••

Posted Today

Job role insights

  • Date Posted

    July 29, 2026

  • Location

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  • Job Category

    Contract/Seasonal Low Hours Other Aviation Roles

  • Job Type

    Contract Full Time

  • Certificate Required

    CPL

  • Job Title

    Captain

  • Will Consider

    Low Time

Description

Position Summary

The Sensor Operator / Pilot supports aerial inspection missions by operating airborne sensor technology while assisting with safe flight operations. This entry-level commercial pilot opportunity provides hands-on operational experience with a structured pathway to become a line pilot and the opportunity to build up to 1,500 flight hours within approximately 18 months.


Schedule
• Full-Time
• Travel for deployments as required
• Relocation required for initial training


Responsibilities
• Assist with pre-flight preparation and safe aircraft operations in accordance with FAA regulations
• Operate airborne sensor technology during aerial inspection missions
• Conduct aerial inspections of production facilities and pipeline infrastructure
• Refuel and secure aircraft following flight operations
• Complete required operational and customer documentation
• Participate in company safety meetings and training programs
• Maintain a high standard of professionalism and attention to detail


Requirements
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate
• Minimum 200 hours total flight time
• Strong attention to detail
• Professional demeanor and work ethic
• Proficiency with technology and electronic systems
• Ability to travel for deployments as required
• Weight of 200 pounds or less
• Willingness to relocate to Midland, Texas, for pipeline pilot training, with the opportunity to relocate to St. Louis, Missouri, when a pilot position becomes available


Preferred Qualifications
• Not Specified


Benefits
• Opportunity to transition into a line pilot position
• Opportunity to build up to 1,500 flight hours within approximately 18 months


Compensation
• Not Specified

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