Tradewind | Pilatus PC12 SET First Officer

Pilatus PC-12 Pilot

Company: Tradewind Aviation

Location: Waterbury–Oxford Airport (OXC), Oxford, CT; Westchester County Airport (HPN), White Plains, NY; Luis Muñoz Marín International Airport (SJU), Carolina, Puerto Rico; Stuart, FL (SUA)

Job Type: Full-time

Job Summary

Tradewind Aviation, a leading Part 135 commuter and on-demand private charter operator, is seeking qualified Pilatus PC-12 Pilots. Pilots are responsible for safe and efficient flight operations, upholding the highest standards of safety and customer service in a two-pilot crew environment. This position offers a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth within a dynamic aviation company.

Essential Functions

• Conduct safe and efficient flight operations as part of a two-pilot crew.
• Maintain the highest standards of safety and customer service.
• Operate aircraft in accordance with company policies and FAA regulations.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive Salary: Established pay scale with yearly increases and bonuses.
• Starting Salary: $50,000 per year.
• Volunteer Pay: SIC - $450 per day.
• Per Diem: $3.21 Domestic and International per duty hour.
• Overnight Pay: $20 Domestic, $35 International.
• Flight Duty Pay: Additional $125 per leg for legs flown over leg 6.
• Team Member Benefits:
• United Healthcare Medical PPO, Prescription, Vision, Dental (after 30 days).
• Flexible Spending Healthcare Account (Medical and Dependent Care).
• Global Emergency Services.
• Preferred rates and guaranteed issue for Voluntary Accident, Life Insurance, Critical Illness, and Legal Plans.
• 401K Plan with Tradewind Aviation matching contributions.
• Paid Time Off: Vacation, sick, maternity/paternity, bereavement days (18 vacation, 6 sick days per year).
• Vacation sell-back option.
• Standby travel on select Tradewind scheduled flights.
• ZED fair travel on Delta, JetBlue, United, Spirit, and other major & regional airlines (after 6 months).
• Discounts on hotels, rental cars, wireless services, shipping, and more.
• Position-Specific Benefits:
• Company-paid uniforms.
• Paid housing when relocated away from the base.
• Cockpit Access Security System (CASS).
• Known Crewmember (KCM) access (available for purchase).
• Pilots retain all hotel and frequent flyer points.

Requirements

• Education:
• High School Diploma or GED.
• Aviation-related college degree preferred, but not required.
• Successful completion of a Part 61 or 141 Flight Training Program.
• Certificates, Licenses & Documents:
• Valid unrestricted driver’s license.
• Valid unrestricted passport.
• FAA First Class Medical certificate.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL).
• FAA Instrument Rating.
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
• Experience & Professional Skills:
• 800 hours total time preferred.
• 75 hours night flight preferred.
• CFI, CFII preferred.
• Current IFR knowledge and experience.
• Thorough knowledge of Garmin 430 Avionics preferred.
• Previous customer service experience.
• Reduced Hours Requirements (Participants):
• United Aviate Participants: 600 hours total time (500 hours for United Aviate Academy, 300 hours for United Aviate Academy with Recommendation).
• JetBlue Participants: 600 hours total time.
• Work Environment & Culture Skills:
• Basic MS Office knowledge, computer software, and internet proficiency.
• Ability to speak, read, understand, and write English fluently.
• Motivated, resourceful, energetic, and organized.
• Ability to manage and be managed effectively.
• Reliable and punctual.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and demonstrate ethical conduct with sensitive information.
• Service-oriented, capable of working at a fast pace, and handling stress and challenging issues with a positive attitude.
• Effective communication skills and ability to work within a team-focused environment.
• Outgoing personality with relationship-building expertise; respectful of diverse populations and cultures.
• Pass a DOT/FAA compliant pre-employment drug screen and background check.
• Good citizen with good moral character.
• Physical Requirements:
• Regularly required to stand, sit, talk, hear, and operate a computer and telephone keyboard.
• Specific vision abilities required: close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• Ability to load and unload aircraft as necessary.
• Ability to perform moderate to heavy lifting (up to 70 lbs).
• Location Requirements:
• Operations bases in Oxford, CT (OXC), White Plains, NY (HPN), Carolina, PR (SJU), and Stuart, FL (SUA).
• Must be able to reside within a 60-minute callout of a base location.
• This position is not commutable, and no relocation package is provided.
• Shift Requirements:
• Schedules differ by base location; typically scheduled 4 days per week.
• Schedules released up to 30 days in advance.
• Guaranteed 13 days off per month; less than 13 days off will be paid as Volunteer Days.
• Availability for assigned shifts, including nights, weekends, and holidays.
• Ability to work extended hours and report to work with short notice.
• Must be able to relocate to other Company bases for seasonal business needs.
• Other Requirements:
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
• International Candidates: Able to work and travel within and outside the United States and assigned territories freely; hold a non-conditional, non-expired green card and be legally authorized to work in the U.S.; hold a valid unrestricted foreign passport with appropriate visas.