Airplane Pilot

SRP • Mesa, AZ

6d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Airplane Pilot at SRP provides exceptional fixed-wing flight operations expertise. Responsible for professional flight operations and supporting non-flying duties essential to the flight department’s success. This role requires extensive flight operations experience and the ability to quickly acquire new aviation skills.

Requirements

• A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.
• Minimum 3,000 hours fixed-wing PIC time, including: 1,500 hours multi-engine, 1,000 hours turbine, 100 hours in make/model (or as required by insurance).
• Valid ATP certificate required.
• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound, independent judgment and self-dispatch authority in alignment with SRP Safety Management Systems (SMS) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Proven capability to collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse SRP teams, including union trade personnel, engineers, environmental stakeholders, and corporate executives.
• Availability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and non-standard hours.
• Ability to maintain an FAA Class II flight physical and a lifestyle that supports safe flight operations.
• Strong safety judgment, including the ability to cancel, delay, or modify flights when safe outcomes cannot be assured, and clearly communicate these decisions while supporting alternate planning efforts.
• Maintain proficiency in required IT systems, including SRP-designated software, computers, and related equipment.
• Completion of required ground school and simulator training relevant to SRP’s fixed-wing aircraft within the past 12 months.
• Routinely operate from hot, high-altitude airports with up to 20-30 knot crosswinds, using 80% to 100% of runway takeoff distance.
• Ability to perform all required flight planning, including crew rest and customs requirements.
• Fulltime Pilots must be available to report to Falcon Field within 45 minutes of notice, as needed.
• All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Valid type rating for Cessna 500 series

Responsibilities

• Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) for SRP’s fixed-wing aircraft, including a Cessna Citation 560 series airplane.
• Conduct a variety of missions, including parts transport, corporate/VIP travel, and crew shuttles.
• Operate in complex airspace (Phoenix metro area), throughout the U.S., and occasionally in Mexico.
• Operate safely in high-density altitude environments and in day/night IFR conditions.
• Perform cross-country flights, including overnight trips, as needed.
• Execute short-field takeoffs and landings.
• Ground handle, load, and refuel aircraft as required.
• Communicate with passengers regarding safety procedures and flight details.
• Perform additional job-related non‑flying duties as assigned to support overall flight department success.
• Prepare aircraft for flight, including cleaning and catering setup.
• Participate in off-site recurrent training and complete all required corporate training.

Benefits

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED