Aero Air, a premier, people-centered aircraft service company and parent company of Erickson Aero Tanker (EAT), is seeking highly skilled and dedicated professionals to join its team. EAT conducts year-round firefighting operations, with USFS Mandatory Assignment Period dates varying annually based on allocations and fire conditions. The organization fosters a supportive and collaborative environment where team members are valued and treated like family.
Aerial Firefighting Tanker Pilot in Command (MD-87)
This position requires an experienced pilot to serve as Pilot in Command of an MD-87 aircraft in aerial firefighting operations. The successful candidate will be responsible for the safe and effective operation of the aircraft, adhering to all safety procedures and regulations.
Requirements:
- Airline Transport Pilot or Commercial Certificate with Instrument Rating (Multiengine Land).
- Current First or Second-Class medical certificate.
- Minimum 4,000 hours total flight time.
- Minimum 2,000 hours Pilot in Command (airplane).
- Minimum 200 hours multiengine PIC.
- Minimum 100 hours multiengine PIC in aircraft greater than 12,500 lbs.
- Minimum 200 hours low-level flight time (typical terrain).
- Minimum 100 hours PIC within the preceding 12 months.
- Heavy jet type rating.
- Previous or current USFS AKP or AKI rating.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 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.
- Flexibility to travel.
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen and criminal history background check.
- Reliable, regular, and predictable attendance.
- Adherence to all Aero Air policies and standards of conduct.
Preferred:
- Current Initial Attack rating.
- DC-9 type rating.
Aerial Firefighting Tanker Second in Command (MD-87)
This position requires a skilled pilot to serve as Second in Command of an MD-87 aircraft in aerial firefighting operations. The successful candidate will assist the Pilot in Command in the safe and effective operation of the aircraft.
Requirements:
- Airline Transport Pilot or Commercial Certificate with Instrument Rating (Multiengine Land).
- Current First or Second-Class medical certificate.
- Minimum 1,000 hours total flight time.
- Minimum 500 hours Pilot in Command (airplane).
- Minimum 200 hours multiengine time.
- High School Diploma or GED.
- 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.
- Flexibility to travel.
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen and criminal history background check.
- Reliable, regular, and predictable attendance.
- Adherence to all Aero Air policies and standards of conduct.
Preferred:
- Jet type rating.
- Previous USFS air tanker experience.
- Low-level flight time.
Aero Air offers a competitive wage and benefits package including relocation reimbursement, paid sick leave, a 401(k) plan with an automatic 3% employer contribution, comprehensive healthcare coverage, employee-paid life and disability insurance, flexible spending accounts, an employee assistance program, and a corporate discount program.
Aero Air is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, marital status, familial status, parental status, protected veteran status, or disability. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.