Captain | Astra

Position Summary

The Astra Captain serves as Pilot in Command for Air Medical and Charter operations involving multi-engine turbine IFR flying. The position supports domestic and international missions, including patient transport, corporate charter, long-range, and time-sensitive operations.

Schedule

• Full-time.
• Dynamic schedule based on operational and mission requirements.
• Domestic and international operations throughout Canada, the United States, Mexico, and the Caribbean.

Responsibilities

• Exercise command authority and maintain responsibility for the safe operation of the aircraft, crew, passengers, and patients.
• Conduct preflight planning, including weather analysis, fuel planning, and weight and balance calculations.
• Operate multi-engine turbine aircraft under IFR on domestic and international routes.
• Coordinate with dispatch, maintenance, air traffic control, and ground handling personnel.
• Support air ambulance missions, including patient transportation as required.
• Provide professional service during client-facing charter operations.
• Respond to in-flight changes, operational challenges, and time-sensitive mission requirements.
• Complete required post-flight reports and operational documentation.
• Complete initial training and successfully pass the required Pilot Proficiency Check (PPC).

Requirements

• Transport Canada Airline Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL).
• Current Group 1 Instrument Rating.
• Valid Category 1 Medical Certificate.
• Minimum 3,000 hours Total Time.
• Minimum 500 hours Multi-Engine PIC.
• Valid Canadian passport with ability to travel internationally, including the United States.
• Legally entitled to work in Canada.
• Valid driver's license.
• Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Certificate.
• Criminal Record Check with Vulnerable Sector screening completed within the previous 30 days.
• English language proficiency.

Preferred Qualifications

• Multi-engine turbine or jet experience.
• Corporate or charter operations experience.
• IFR multi-crew experience.
• International and/or long-range operational experience.

Benefits

• Extended health, dental, and vision coverage.
• Life and long-term disability insurance.
• Employee and Family Assistance Program.
• Group retirement savings plan.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.

Compensation

• $80,000–$140,000 CAD per year.