Captain | SA227
- Job type
- Full Time
- Category
- Charter
- Position
- Captain
- Aircraft
- Fairchild Fairchild Metroliner / Merlin
- Certificates
- FAA CPL
- Posted
- October 5, 2026
Position Summary
The Captain is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the SA227 in an on-demand cargo airline operation. This position transports critical goods and packages throughout North America while maintaining high standards of safety, professionalism, communication, and operational performance.
Schedule
- Weekends, holidays, various shifts, and after-hours callouts are required.
Responsibilities
- Operate aircraft in accordance with all applicable regulations and company policies and procedures.
- Maintain a strong focus on flight crew safety and customer service.
- Maintain professional communications during internal and external aircraft operations.
- Identify and communicate aircraft deficiencies for maintenance review and correction.
- Conduct flights during day, night, and varying weather conditions.
- Assist with loading and unloading freight.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Unrestricted FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine Land and Instrument Rating, or FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
- Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
- Current Instrument Proficiency Check.
- Minimum 1,500 hours total flight time.
- Minimum 1,000 hours PIC.
- Minimum 500 hours multi-engine.
- Minimum 500 hours cross-country.
- Minimum 100 hours night.
- FCC Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
- Current passport.
- Current driver's license.
- English proficiency.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Eligibility to work in the United States.
- Ability to obtain an airport SIDA badge.
- Ability to pass pre-employment DOT drug screening and required background checks.
- Ability to lift up to 120 pounds, climb ladders, and maneuver around aircraft.
- iPad required when reporting for duty.
Preferred Qualifications
- SA227 or similar TPE331-powered turboprop experience.
- Previous Part 135 or Part 121 experience.
- Familiarity with company aircraft.
- Previous cargo experience.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance options for employees and dependents.
- 401(k) with company match.
- PTO accrual for vacation and sick time.
- Frequent training and growth opportunities.
- Company events.
- Work-life balance initiatives.
Compensation
- Competitive compensation based on industry, experience, and base location.