Aero Air | Pilot

Aero Air, an Erickson Aero Tanker company, is seeking experienced pilots for year-round aerial firefighting operations utilizing the MD-87 aircraft. Opportunities exist for both Pilot in Command and Second in Command roles in the United States.

About the Role

These positions support Erickson Aero Tanker's critical aerial firefighting mission, placing pilots in the MD-87 flight deck. The role involves maintaining reliable attendance and a flexible schedule to accommodate varying operational demands and travel requirements. Candidates will operate under Aero Air policies and standards, demonstrating a commitment to safety and mission success. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable performance of duties.

Requirements

• Valid Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate (unrestricted or restricted) or Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating (Multiengine Land).
• Current First or Second-Class Medical Certificate.
• For Pilot in Command (PIC):
  • A minimum of 4,000 total flight hours.
  • At least 2,000 hours of airplane PIC time.
  • A minimum of 200 hours of multiengine PIC time.
  • At least 100 hours of multiengine PIC time in aircraft over 12,500 pounds.
  • 200 hours of low-level flight time in typical terrain.
  • 100 hours of PIC time within the preceding 12 months.
  • Heavy jet type rating.
  • Previous or current USFS AKP or AKI rating (required).
  • Current Initial Attack rating and DC-9 type rating (preferred).
• For Second in Command (SIC):
  • A minimum of 1,000 total flight hours.
  • At least 500 hours of airplane PIC time.
  • A minimum of 200 hours of multiengine time.
  • Jet type rating (preferred).
  • Previous USFS air tanker experience (preferred).
  • Low-level flight time (preferred).
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Valid U.S. or state-issued driver's license with a clean driving record.
• Valid U.S. passport.
• Legal authorization to work in the United States.
• Ability to travel and maintain schedule flexibility.
• Successful completion of pre-employment drug and criminal-history screening.
• Reliable and predictable attendance.
• Compliance with Aero Air policies and standards of conduct.

Qualifications

• ATP_UNRESTRICTED, ATP_RESTRICTED, or CPL licenses.
• MD-87 type rating (not stated as a requirement but implied for the specific assignments).

Benefits

Aero Air offers a competitive compensation and benefits package, including relocation reimbursement, paid sick leave, a 401(k) plan with employer contribution, medical, dental, and vision coverage, an employer-funded health reimbursement arrangement, optional life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, pet insurance, and corporate discounts.