Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) | Pilot

Principal Pilot

locations Shalimar, FL

time type Full time

job requisition id R0022916

If you're ready for a new and rewarding challenge and for the ability to make a difference every day, we have a great opportunity for you! As a Principal Pilot, you will act as a senior Subject Matter Expert and will be responsible for the leadership of our aircraft pilot force to include ground and flight training, ground and flight currency and adherence to professional aviation standards. You'll operate the most innovative aircraft and equipment in very challenging operational environments. Our Principal Pilots conduct casualty evacuation, maritime patrol, experimental test flights, special mission training, fighter aircraft training, and various other missions supporting our Nation's war fighters.

An exciting opportunity in aviation at the leading edge, operating the most innovative GLOBAL 6500 aircraft in some of the most challenging environments. A dynamic position requiring global flight experience, keen technical knowledge, and the willingness to serve a larger purpose supporting our Nation's war fighters. In this pilot role you will conduct Experimental Test Flights, Special Mission Training, Global Aviation, and "real world" missions that have significant impact on many levels. If you possess the pilot technical skills, regulatory knowledge, subject matter expertise, and the creativity to innovate, SNC has the opportunity for a rewarding pilot career. Experienced GLOBAL 6000/6500 pilots or pilots with similar large business jet experience can direct hire to Captain. An adventure of a lifetime, with national purpose, and personal career satisfaction awaits.

The Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area provides affordable, turn-key command/control, communications, integrated ISR, force protection and security solutions worldwide. The MST team has a long legacy of supporting the Department of Defense, Department of Homeland Security, commercial and international customers with years of experience in platform operations, engineering and full lifecycle management across domains – air, land, sea, space and cyber. Learn more about MST

Responsibilities:

• Leading, developing and hiring Pilot talent for the program
• Managing Pilot training and deployment schedules
• Working knowledge of government regulations to include but not limited to 14 CFR Part 91, DCMA 8210.1C, AR 95-20, and AR 95-1
• Ensure personal fitness for flight, maintain valid FAA commercial pilot and class 2 medical certificates
• Ensure professional readiness IAW governing directives for pilot training, currency, and proficiency
• Conduct a thorough aircraft and weather preflight prior to each sortie
• Ensure the aircraft is within weight and balance and performance limits for the flight
• Coordinate with air traffic control to operate at airports and within the airspace system
• Monitor aircraft systems, navigation, fuel loads, and weather as the flight progresses
• Adjust the flight to improve mission completion and effectiveness to exceed customer requirements
• Coordinate with aircraft mechanics to ensure the airworthiness and legality of the aircraft
• Should an emergency or abnormal situation arise, manage the situation to ensure the safety of the flight crew and aircraft

Must-haves:

• Typically 14 or more years of relevant experience
• Commercial Pilot Certificate with multi-engine and instrument rating without limitations
• FAA issued Second Class Medical Certificate
• Ability to pass a FAA/Military Pilot Background Check and mandatory drug and alcohol screen
• A minimum of 500 PIC hours in Global 6000/6500 type or 1000 PIC hours in similar aircraft type for direct hire Captain (Sr. Pilot)
• A minimum of 2500 hours total fixed-wing time in a multi-engine turbo prop aircraft, jet aircraft or combination thereof in aircraft with GTOW 12,500 or greater
• Experience as a Principal or Chief Pilot in a DoD environment.
• Radio Telephone Operators License
• Note: All certificates and ratings are required to be US FAA/FCC issued
• Pass mandated drug screen
• Current valid passport and other travel documents that allows the bearer to freely travel in the US and without restriction to all countries outside the US
• Eligibility for rapid visa issuance, issued by offices in the United States to fly to any SNC destination
• Eligibility for issuance of US Top Secret Security Clearance
• Agree to an FAA/Military Pilot Background Check
• Note: PIC for this purpose is defined as Captain/Aircraft Commander of record, not simply the sole manipulator of the controls. SNC considers only pilot time in fixed wing aircraft toward minimum qualifications. This does not include simulator, helicopter, flight engineer, bombardier, navigator, RIO, EWO, WSO, NFO, or Special Crew.
• An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Top Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required

Preferred:

• Global 6000/6500 Type rating highly desired
• Airline Transport Pilot Certificate desired
• First Class Medical Certificate preferred
• Note: All certificates and ratings are required to be US FAA issued
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university desired
• Recency and similar aircraft type of experience is highly desired
• Recency of Airborne Intelligence Surveillance and Reconnaissance mission and/or prior service experience is highly desired
• US Military Survival and/or Physiological training may be required

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) we deliver customer-focused technology and best-of-breed integrations in the aerospace and defense sectors. SNC has been honored as one of the most innovative U.S. companies in space, a Tier One Superior Supplier for the U.S. Air Force, and as one of America’s fastest-growing companies.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, 401(k) with 150% match up to 6%, life insurance, 3 weeks paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and more .

IMPORTANT NOTICE:

This position requires current/active Secret U.S. Security Clearance. U.S. Citizenship status is required as this position needs an active U.S. Security Clearance for employment. Non-U.S. Citizens may not be eligible to obtain a security clearance. The Department of Defense Consolidated Adjudications Facility (DoD CAF), a federal government agency, handles the adjudicative aspects of the security clearance eligibility process for industry applicants. Adjudicative factors which affect the outcome of the eligibility determination include, but are not limited to, allegiance to the U.S., foreign influence, foreign preference, criminal conduct, security violations and illegal drug use.

Learn more about the background check process for Security Clearances.

At Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC), our mission is to dream, innovate, inspire and empower the next generation to transform humanity through technology and imagination. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome our employees to bring their whole selves to their work. SNC is committed to fostering an inclusive, accepting, and diverse environment free of discrimination. Employment decisions are made without regarding to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. Contributions to SNC come in many shapes and styles, and we believe diversity in our workforce fosters new and greater ways to dream, innovate, and inspire.