About the Role

Tropic Ocean Airways, the largest seaplane operator in the Eastern United States, is seeking qualified First Officers (FO) for its fleet of Cessna Grand Caravan EX (C208) amphibious aircraft. This full-time, salaried position involves serving as Second-in-Command on passenger flights across Florida, the Northeastern U.S., the Bahamas, and the Caribbean. The role operates aircraft capable of landing on both water and land and requires a minimum one-year contract with flexibility to work from various locations.

About the Aircraft

The role will involve flying the Cessna Grand Caravan EX (C208) amphibious aircraft, which is capable of operating from both water and land surfaces.

Duties and Responsibilities

Serve as Second-in-Command (First Officer) on Cessna Grand Caravan EX seaplane operations.
Conduct passenger flights across Florida, the Northeastern U.S., the Bahamas, and the Caribbean.
Operate aircraft capable of landing on both water and land.
Perform duties requiring the physical ability to repetitively lift 50 lbs, sit or stand for extended periods, and climb stairs throughout the day.
Work from and be based in various locations as required by the operation.

Requirements

An FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate (CPL) with both Airplane Single-Engine Land (ASEL) and Airplane Single-Engine Sea (ASES) ratings.
At least a Second-Class Medical Certificate.
A valid U.S. passport or Green Card.
An FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit.
Physical ability to repetitively lift 50 lbs, sit or stand for extended periods, and climb stairs throughout the day.

Preferred Qualifications

Garmin G1000 glass-cockpit experience.
Turbine time.
Cessna 208 experience.
Seaplane experience.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Voluntary life insurance.
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Optional 401(k).
Partnership travel privileges on certain airlines.