135 is seeking a qualified Aircraft Captain to command DHC-8 aircraft for operations in overseas and austere environments. This position, based in the Philippines, requires adherence to FAA Part 135 and DCMA 8210.1D regulations, ensuring safe and compliant flight operations.
About the Role
The Aircraft Captain will serve as the Pilot in Command (PIC) for DHC-8 operations, undertaking responsibility for flight planning, aircraft airworthiness, crew coordination, risk management, record-keeping, regulatory compliance, and recurrent training. Responsibilities include meticulous flight planning considering various operational factors, ensuring all flights are properly released with requisite documentation, verifying aircraft airworthiness, conducting preflight inspections and risk assessments, and operating flights according to established procedures, regulations, and schedules. Effective Crew Resource Management (CRM), safety communication, and adherence to Safety Management System (SMS) reporting are critical.
Requirements
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High school diploma or equivalent.
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FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine Land rating.
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Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
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Current U.S. passport with at least six months of validity remaining.
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At least 1,500 hours of Pilot in Command (PIC) time.
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At least 500 hours of multi-engine PIC time.
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Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government Secret security clearance.
Qualifications
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Preferred: 3,000 hours of total flight time.
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Preferred: 1,200 hours of multi-engine turbine flight time.
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Preferred: Previous DHC-8 experience.
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Preferred: Previous Part 135 experience.
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Preferred: Aerial delivery experience.
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Preferred: Night Vision Goggle (NVG) operations experience.
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Preferred: Experience supporting U.S. Government contracts in OCONUS or austere environments.
Flight Experience
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Minimum PIC time: 1,500 hours
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Minimum multi-engine PIC time: 500 hours
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Preferred total flight time: 3,000 hours
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Preferred turbine time: 1,200 hours
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Preferred multi-engine time: 1,200 hours