Msp Pilot I-A

State of Maryland•Allegany, MD

2d•Onsite

About The Position

An MSP Pilot I-A, Second-in-Command, is the intermediate level of civilian helicopter pilot work within MSP Aviation Command (MSPAC). Employees in this classification will act as the Second-in-Command (SIC) pilot of helicopters enumerated in the MSPAC Standard Operating Procedures, Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Rules and Regulations and as mandated by the Director of Flight Operations or the MSPAC Commander. Employees conduct flight operations in accordance with FAA rules and regulations for search and rescue missions, medical evacuation operations, and other law enforcement related missions. Employees ensure all MSPAC and FAA Regulations concerning operation of Department aircraft are strictly followed. Ensures aircraft are in a constant state of readiness and shall notify the Maryland State Police Pilot II (Pilot-in-Command) or appropriate supervisor of any discrepancy of a grounding nature. Employees ensure all records concerning the aircraft are maintained according to established protocol. Employees work in conjunction with the Pilot-in Command, flight paramedic and other passengers to form the crew.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Twelve hundred (1200) helicopter or fixed wing flight hours as a FAA certificated pilot.
Must have twelve hundred (1200) helicopter flight hours as an FAA certified pilot.
Possess and maintain a FAA Commercial Helicopter or Commercial Airplane multi-engine certification.
Possess and maintain FAA 2nd Class Medical certification.
Possess and maintain an acceptable Instrument Helicopter or Instrument Fixed Wing Rating as determined by FAA regulations and as required by the MSPAC.
May be assigned duties which require the operation of a motor vehicle. Employees assigned such duties will be required to possess a motor vehicle operator’s license valid in the State of Maryland.

Nice To Haves

Turbine Experience
Twin Turbine Experience

Responsibilities

Flies MSPAC aircraft as SIC for aero-medical missions, search and rescue missions, homeland security, disaster assessments, prisoner extradition, personnel transport and other law-enforcement related missions according to FAA rules and regulations
Conducts pre-flight and post-flight inspections in accordance with MSPAC and FAA regulations and standards
Performs maintenance functions that include cleaning aircraft interiors and exteriors, refueling and adding necessary fluids, and replacing light bulbs
Performs routine maintenance of hangar and office facilities
Operates specialized flight-related equipment, such as tow motors
Recommends go/no-go flight risk management decisions related to weather conditions, maintenance, and other flight safety considerations
Completes paperwork required by the MSPAC and Maryland State Police such as flight operation logs, aircraft logs, and other documents
Completes required training courses and exercises in compliance with FAA and MSPAC regulations
Performs other related duties