AIRTEC, Inc. | Captain
AIRTEC is seeking an experienced Pilot in Command (PIC) to operate King Air 350 (B300/350) aircraft in support of special-mission/ISR flight operations across the Caribbean Area of Responsibility, including Haiti. This expatriate role operates on a 30/30 rotational schedule.
About the Role
The Pilot in Command is ultimately responsible for the safe execution of all flights, adhering to approved Flight and Operations Procedures, host-nation regulations, and Federal Aviation Regulations. This includes ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft in all conditions, day or night, and managing all aspects of mission preparation. The operational environment is described as austere and potentially dangerous, requiring a mature and experienced professional. This OCONUS position reports to the Director of Flight Operations.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Coordinate with the Chief Pilot regarding crew staffing, scheduling, and personnel management to support operational tempos and mission requirements.
- Provide OCONUS site oversight for mission briefings, crew equipment management, safety program implementation, and operational data tracking.
- Conduct flight operations as Pilot in Command (PIC), Second in Command (SIC), or Instructor Pilot as required, ensuring all operations are conducted safely and professionally in accordance with regulations and policies.
- Produce required reports, briefs, and safety documentation, manage aircraft upkeep, fueling, and document discrepancies for maintenance.
- Serve as an interface with Prime Contractors and U.S. Government personnel, mentor new staff, and perform other assigned duties.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship and a current U.S. passport.
- An FAA Class II Medical certificate.
- A Commercial multi-engine land (MEL) pilot certificate; an Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate is preferred.
- A type rating in the B300/350 aircraft or a similar type.
- Minimum flight time requirements: 4,000 hours total time, 500 hours in the required or similar type aircraft, and 2,000 hours of multi-engine fixed-wing PIC time.
- Eligibility to obtain a SECRET-level security clearance.
- Ability to complete pre-deployment training to U.S. Government standards.
- Successful completion of a drug test.
- Prior OCONUS rotational experience.
- Travel and rotational deployment within and outside the United States, including austere locations, is mandatory.
- Ability to work in austere/confined conditions, wear required safety equipment, and lift 50 lbs.
Qualifications
- Commercial Pilot License (CPL).
- Multi-engine land rating.
- Type rating in the King Air 350 (B300/350) or a comparable aircraft.
- Experience operating in austere and potentially dangerous flight environments is highly valued.
- Prior ISR experience and Instructor Pilot or Standardization Pilot qualifications are preferred but not mandatory.