Coulson Aviation | Captain

Coulson Aviation is seeking an experienced Citation Captain to join its team in Thermal, California. This full-time role involves supporting aerial fire suppression, aerial imaging, and passenger operations, primarily utilizing the company's fleet of Cessna Citation 550 and 560 aircraft. The position offers a unique rotational schedule with company-paid travel, enabling employees to reside anywhere in the United States.

About the Role

The Citation Captain will play a crucial role in maintaining the highest standards of safety, airworthiness, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness within a global aerial firefighting operation. Responsibilities include collaborating with Air Attack Officers on wildfire airspace management and strategy development, identifying and mitigating operational hazards, and actively contributing to the company's Safety Management System. The Captain will also support improvements to operating procedures, manage flight logs, ensure aircraft readiness, liaise with clients, and respond rapidly to firefighting missions. The role extends to supporting aerial imaging and passenger transport operations, all while upholding stringent safety protocols.

Requirements

• Minimum 2,000 flight hours.
• Possession of an FAA ATP Commercial License (ATP_UNRESTRICTED or ATP_RESTRICTED).
• No FAA violations or enforcement actions within the past five years.
• Previous Air Attack experience in the United States.
• Low-level flying experience.
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and operational standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.
• Team-oriented approach and strong decision-making skills.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Citation aircraft experience is preferred.
• Qualified candidates with aerial firefighting experience on other comparable aircraft are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• ATP_UNRESTRICTED or ATP_RESTRICTED license.
• Previous Air Attack experience.
• Low-level flying experience.
• Aerial firefighting experience is considered an asset.

Benefits

• Rotational schedule allowing for nationwide residency.
• Company-paid travel to and from work locations for scheduled rotations.
• No requirement for permanent relocation.
• Competitive, year-round compensation.
• Comprehensive health and retirement benefits.
• Opportunity to support global aerial firefighting operations.