Amentum is seeking an experienced Air Tactical Pilot to staff a Cal Fire air attack base in McClellan, California. The successful candidate will serve as Pilot in Command (PIC) of the assigned air tactical aircraft, coordinating with Air Tactical Group Supervisors and responding to dispatches promptly.
About the Role
This position entails operating as the Pilot in Command of the assigned air tactical aircraft from a Cal Fire base in McClellan, California. The Air Tactical Pilot is responsible for working closely with Air Tactical Group Supervisors, responding to dispatches, and achieving airborne status within 15 minutes of notification. Adherence to Cal Fire, Amentum operating, and assigned base procedures is mandatory while fulfilling the assigned duty schedule.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Staff the air tactical platform at the assigned Cal Fire base as per the duty schedule.
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Serve as Pilot in Command (PIC) of the assigned Air Tactical aircraft and collaborate with Air Tactical Group Supervisors.
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Respond to dispatches and be airborne within 15 minutes of notification.
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Comply with all relevant policies and procedures, including Cal Fire 8300 policies and Amentum General Operation Manual requirements.
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Maintain professional conduct in accordance with Amentum standards.
Requirements
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Minimum 1,800 hours in airplanes.
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Minimum 800 hours in multi-engine airplanes.
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Minimum 200 hours in mountainous terrain.
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Minimum 75 hours of total instrument time, including 50 hours of actual instrument time.
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Minimum 100 hours of night time.
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Minimum 10 hours in the make and model of the aircraft to be flown.
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One or more of the following qualifications:
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500 hours of aerial firefighting as PIC or co-pilot.
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100 hours in AME aircraft over 6,000 pounds.
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50 hours in AME aircraft over 12,500 pounds.
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50 hours in AME turbine-powered aircraft.
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Class 2 FAA Medical Certificate required, with an EKG for applicants aged 40 and older.
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Must reside within 45 minutes of the assigned Air Attack Base.