MSP PILOT I-A

State of Maryland • Allegany, NY

44d

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.
• Employees in this classification must possess and maintain a FAA Commercial Helicopter or Commercial Airplane multi-engine certification.
• Employees in this classification must possess and maintain FAA 2nd Class Medical certification.
• Employees in this classification must possess and maintain an acceptable Instrument Helicopter or Instrument Fixed Wing Rating as determined by FAA regulations and as required by the MSPAC.
• Employees in this classification 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.
• Candidates for positions in this classification will be subject to an initial drug screening and a complete criminal background investigation, to include a polygraph examination, by the Maryland State Police before permanent appointment can be made. A criminal conviction record may be grounds for rejection of the applicant.
• Employees in this classification are subject to call-in on a 24 hour basis, and therefore, will be required to provide the employer with a phone number where they can be reached.
• Employees in this classification are subject to substance abuse testing, in accordance with Code of Maryland Regulation 17.04.09, Testing for Illegal Use of Drugs.
• Employees in this classification are subject to other FAA applicable drug testing requirements.
• Employees in this classification are required to sign an Obligation Service Agreement.

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.�

Benefits

• STATE OF MARYLAND BENEFITS

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees