King Air B200/350 Firefighting Pilot

Tenax Aerospace•,

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Tenax delivers mission-critical airborne intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, aerial firefighting, and data collection capabilities supporting U.S. Government customers nationwide. Our teams operate in dynamic environments where safety, operational excellence, customer focus, and mission success are paramount. We are seeking experienced King Air B200/350 Firefighting Pilots (Air Attack) to support aerial firefighting operations and special mission aviation programs throughout the United States. This position serves as a critical member of our flight operations team and requires exceptional airmanship, sound judgment, technical proficiency, and a commitment to safe mission execution. The ideal candidate is a highly motivated aviation professional capable of operating independently while maintaining the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance, and customer service.

Requirements

FAA Commercial Multi-Engine Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating.
Current FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate.
Beechcraft King Air 350 type rating (single-pilot privileges preferred).
Minimum 3,000 hours total flight time.
Minimum 1,200 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time, including at least 200 hours in the King Air category/class.
Minimum 500 hours cross-country flight time.
Minimum 50 hours instrument flight time and 75 hours actual or simulated instrument experience.
Minimum 200 hours night PIC time.
Minimum 25 hours in King Air B200/350 aircraft.
Valid driver's license.
Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
Ability to travel extensively throughout the Continental United States (CONUS).
Ability to successfully complete required training, checking events, background reviews, and drug testing requirements.
Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Nice To Haves

FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
Extensive King Air B200 and/or King Air 350 operational experience.
Familiarity with Pro Line 21 and Fusion avionics systems.
Previous aerial firefighting or air attack flight experience.
Current USDA/DOI Interagency Air Operations Card.
At least 100 fixed-wing flight hours within the preceding 12 months.
At least 10 hours in make and model within the preceding 12 months.
Previous operational experience supporting fire containment, airborne intelligence, surveillance, or data collection missions.

Responsibilities

Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) for special mission operations utilizing modified King Air aircraft.
Operate a King Air B200 in all weather conditions as a single pilot and, when qualified, a King Air 350 in single-pilot operations.
Execute aerial operations in accordance with customer requirements, FAA regulations, and company procedures.
Successfully complete recurrent training and checking requirements to Part 135 standards.
Conduct functional check flights as required.
Perform command pilot duties while coordinating with technical operators, mission crews, and other flight personnel.
Ensure compliance with aircraft flight manuals, company policies, customer procedures, manufacturer requirements, and regulatory guidance.
Support aircraft scheduling, fueling, safety management, and operational readiness activities.
Conduct thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections, briefings, and documentation.
Represent Tenax professionally while maintaining strong relationships with customers, aviation personnel, and mission stakeholders.
Support overall program success through safe, efficient, and effective mission execution.
Perform other duties as assigned in support of operational requirements.