Aircraft Captain | King Air, Cessna

Position Summary

The Aircraft Captain serves as Pilot in Command for aerial survey and geospatial operations, with final authority and responsibility for the safe, compliant, and efficient operation of assigned aircraft. The position includes mission planning, crew leadership, risk management, and coordination with sensor operators and maintenance personnel.

Schedule

• Full-time, rotational schedule.
• 16 days on / 12 days off.
• Travel may exceed 75%.
• Early mornings and late evenings may be required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as PIC and maintain final authority for safe flight operations.
• Conduct preflight and post-flight inspections, including aircraft cleaning.
• Perform mission planning, aircraft performance calculations, and weather evaluation.
• Coordinate ground support, ATC, and client requirements.
• Work with sensor operators to complete assigned missions safely and efficiently.
• Supervise vendor compliance, including fueling and outsourced maintenance.
• Coordinate aircraft movements and maintenance scheduling.
• Report aircraft and project status.
• Maintain FAA records, pilot currency, medical certification, charts, manuals, and avionics databases.
• Complete company onboarding, initial and recurrent training, and pilot evaluation activities.
• Support administrative activities, employee development, and operational improvement.

Requirements

• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate, Single-Engine or Multi-Engine.
• Second Class Medical.
• Minimum 750 Total Time.
• At least one year of PIC experience operating under Part 91, 135, or 121.
• High school diploma or GED.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Willingness to travel on a 16-on/12-off rotation.
• Ability to perform outdoor flight operations in varying weather conditions and operate an aircraft tug.

Preferred Qualifications

• CFI, CFII, and MEI certificates.
• At least one year of flight instrument or multi-engine instruction experience.
• Aerial survey experience.
• King Air 200, Cessna Conquest II, or Cessna Caravan experience.
• Pressurized turbine aircraft experience.
• Multi-engine experience.
• Remote flying experience in Alaska or similar environments.
• Bachelor's degree.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and supplemental insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Company-paid life and AD&D insurance.
• Company-paid disability insurance.
• 401(k) plan.
• Paid holidays and paid time off.
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.

Compensation

• Competitive salary; specific amount not provided.