Aircraft Captain DHC-8 OCONUS

Berry Aviation, Inc. • San Marcos, TX

2d

About The Position

Plan flights as assigned and obtains information regarding purpose of the flight, weather, operating procedures and special instruction.
Ensure proper preparation of flight plans, considering such factors as altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight, cruise control data, airport facilities and navigational aids.
Ensure all flights are released in accordance with FAR 135 guidelines and all of the necessary documentation is aboard the aircraft for legal and safe completion of each flight.
Ensure that required airworthiness inspections have been accomplished and any previous discrepancies have been corrected or properly deferred in accordance with the MEL for that aircraft (as applicable).
Complete the aircraft preflight inspection and performs preflight preparation to include a risk assessment for each flight conducted.
Complete each flight as assigned by the company/customer, strictly adhering to schedules, routes of flight and load manifests.
Ensure that all crew members are practicing CRM and are fully briefed on the particulars for each flight and any changes to original flight plans, passenger or cargo loads or condition of the aircraft and/or operating environment.
Communicate routinely with on site management personnel on any issues with regard to safety of flight, maintenance of aircraft, life support, customer concerns or personnel issues.

Requirements

• FAA Multi Engine Airline Transport Pilot Certificate
• Current FAA First Class Medical
• Current US Passport with at least 6 months remaining at all times
• 1,500 PIC time
• 500 PIC multi-engine
• Must be able to obtain and maintain a U.S. Security clearance at the Secret level
• High school Diploma

Nice To Haves

• 3,000 hours total time
• 1,200 multi-engine turbine-time
• Experience in aerial delivery operations
• Experience in NVG operations
• Holds a current and active U.S. Security clearance at the Secret level
• Have at least one year of experience as a FAR part 135 pilot of an aircraft.
• To have at least one year of Government contracting experience in OCONUS austere environments/locations

Responsibilities

• Plan flights as assigned and obtains information regarding purpose of the flight, weather, operating procedures and special instruction.
• Ensure proper preparation of flight plans, considering such factors as altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight, cruise control data, airport facilities and navigational aids.
• Ensure all flights are released in accordance with FAR 135 guidelines and all of the necessary documentation is aboard the aircraft for legal and safe completion of each flight.
• Ensure that required airworthiness inspections have been accomplished and any previous discrepancies have been corrected or properly deferred in accordance with the MEL for that aircraft (as applicable).
• Complete the aircraft preflight inspection and performs preflight preparation to include a risk assessment for each flight conducted.
• Complete each flight as assigned by the company/customer, strictly adhering to schedules, routes of flight and load manifests.
• Ensure that all crew members are practicing CRM and are fully briefed on the particulars for each flight and any changes to original flight plans, passenger or cargo loads or condition of the aircraft and/or operating environment.
• Communicate routinely with on site management personnel on any issues with regard to safety of flight, maintenance of aircraft, life support, customer concerns or personnel issues.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees