Aerial Firefighting Tanker Pilot in Command - Remote (Oregon)
Full-Time
About Aero Air
Aero Air, a people-centered aircraft service company, is a premier, mission-driven organization dedicated to employing high-performing, committed professionals. The company fosters a culture where team members apply their talents to a purpose greater than the task at hand, striving to make a significant difference in communities both nationally and globally. Aero Air champions a supportive, collaborative environment, treating every team member as family. As the parent company of Erickson Aero Tanker (EAT), Aero Air operates year-round firefighting missions, with Mandatory Assignment Period dates subject to annual fluctuations based on allocations and fire conditions.
Erickson Aero Tanker (EAT) specializes in aerial firefighting operations.
Position Overview
Aero Air is actively seeking experienced Aerial Firefighting Tanker Pilots in Command to join its esteemed team. This role involves operating as a Pilot in Command on MD-87 aircraft for aerial firefighting missions.
Compensation and Benefits
The company offers a highly competitive wage coupled with an excellent benefits package. Key benefits include:
- Relocation reimbursement
- Paid sick leave
- 401(k) plan with an automatic 3% employer-provided safe harbor contribution upon hire
- Comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, vision)
- Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA)
- Employee-paid life and disability insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Pet insurance
- Corporate discount program (e.g., travel, gym memberships)
Required Duties and Responsibilities
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role.
- Serve as Pilot in Command on MD-87 aircraft for aerial firefighting operations.
- Execute all duties in accordance with Aero Air policies, standards of conduct, and aviation regulations.
- Maintain reliable, regular, and predictable attendance.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
MD-87 Pilot in Command Requirements:
- Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating (Multiengine Land).
- Current First or Second-Class Medical Certificate.
- Minimum 4,000 hours of Total Flight Time.
- Minimum 2,000 hours of Pilot in Command (airplane) time.
- Minimum 200 hours of Multiengine PIC (Pilot in Command) time.
- Minimum 100 hours of Multiengine PIC time in aircraft exceeding 12,500 lbs.
- Minimum 200 hours of low-level flight experience in typical terrain.
- Minimum 100 hours of PIC time within the preceding 12 months.
- Possession of a Heavy Jet type rating.
- Previous or current U.S. Forest Service (USFS) Aerial Combat Firefighting (AKP) or Aerial Infrared (AKI) rating.
Preferred Qualifications (MD-87 Pilot in Command):
- Current Initial Attack (IA) rating.
- DC-9 type rating.
MD-87 Second in Command Requirements:
- Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate or Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating (Multiengine Land).
- Current First or Second-Class Medical Certificate.
- Minimum 1,000 hours of Total Flight Time.
- Minimum 500 hours of Pilot in Command (airplane) time.
- Minimum 200 hours of Multiengine flight time.
Preferred Qualifications (MD-87 Second in Command):
- Jet type rating.
- Previous USFS air tanker experience.
- Low-level flight experience.
General Position Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED.
- All required certifications as listed above.
- Valid U.S./state-issued driver's license with a clean driving record.
- Valid U.S. Passport.
- Legal authorization to work in the United States.
- Flexible schedule with the ability to travel.
- Successful completion of a pre-employment drug screen and criminal history background check.
Aero Air is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, familial status, parental status, protected veteran status, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. Aero Air is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities.
DISCLAIMER: This position requires a valid U.S./state-issued driver's license with a clean driving record and successful results from a pre-employment drug test and criminal background check.
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