Pilot | Kodiak 100

Position Summary

The Fixed-Wing Line Pilot serves as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) of Kodiak 100 aircraft supporting the Department of Natural Resources Wildland Fire Management Division. This part-time, permanent position involves aerial firefighting, reconnaissance, personnel transportation, and other multi-mission flight operations. The Pilot is responsible for maintaining safe, compliant aircraft operations while supporting wildfire suppression and emergency response activities.

Schedule

• Part-time, permanent position
• Work schedules may change with minimal notice
• Considerable travel required during fire season
• Weekend and evening work is routine

Responsibilities

• Serve as Pilot-in-Command of assigned Kodiak 100 aircraft during wildfire suppression operations
• Coordinate airborne firefighting activities and airspace management
• Conduct reconnaissance and administrative flights under VFR and IFR conditions
• Transport personnel, parts, and equipment
• Maintain aircraft readiness, conduct inspections, and ensure aircraft security
• Prepare required reports and maintain accurate flight logs
• Participate in recurrent proficiency flights and evaluations
• Perform field-level preventive maintenance and assist aircraft mechanics
• Assist with training observers and support crew members
• Prepare aircraft for maintenance and seasonal storage before and after fire season

Requirements

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate (Airplane) with Instrument Rating
• Valid FAA First-Class or Second-Class Medical Certificate
• Minimum 1,500 hours total airplane flight time
• Minimum 1,200 hours airplane Pilot-in-Command (PIC) flight time
• Minimum 200 hours PIC in the category and class of aircraft to be flown
• Minimum 100 hours PIC within the preceding 12 months
• Minimum 500 hours PIC cross-country flight time
• Minimum 200 hours PIC in mountainous areas as defined by 14 CFR Part 95, Subpart B
• Minimum 100 hours PIC night flight time
• Minimum 50 hours PIC actual instrument flight time
• Minimum 75 hours PIC instrument flight time (actual or simulated)
• Minimum 25 hours PIC in the Kodiak 100, or ability to obtain 50 hours within the first three months
• Current FAA flight review or proficiency check
• Current, valid driver's license with at least two years of driving experience
• Professional interpersonal and communication skills
• Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, stressful environments
• Ability to lift up to 45 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum 100 hours PIC in the Kodiak 100
• Minimum 50 hours in turbine-powered aircraft
• PIC experience under 14 CFR Parts 133, 135, or 137
• Minimum 200 hours PIC night flight time
• FAA Certified Flight Instructor, U.S. Military Instructor Pilot, or Instrument Flight Examiner qualification
• Qualified as an interagency fixed-wing pilot with mission approval
• Completion of Kodiak/Daher Pilot Factory Training Course within the preceding 24 months
• Familiarity with Safety Management Systems (SMS)

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, paid holidays, retirement plans, sick leave, and vacation days
• Work/life balance initiatives
• Professional development opportunities
• Educational and career development assistance
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility
• Employee resource groups

Application Deadline

• November 15, 2026, at 11:59 PM Pacific Time