Production Pilot

Pilatus Aircraft USA • Broomfield, CO

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Production Pilot conducts PC-12 and PC-24 production check flights and other assigned flights safely and in accordance with Pilatus standards, company policies, and applicable aviation regulations. The Production Pilot is a subject matter expert on the PC-12 and PC-24 and supports production, engineering, customer support, sales, and other operational requirements through flight and technical expertise.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Single and Multi-Engine Land ratings
• FAA Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) and FAA Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) certification, no centerline thrust restriction preferred
• Minimum 4,000 hours total flight time and 2,500 hours PIC (or equivalent military flight experience)
• Minimum 2,000 hours combined turbine/jet flight time, including 1,000 hours jet PIC (or equivalent military flight experience)
• Jet type rating or military equivalent
• Current and valid passport
• Ability to travel internationally without restrictions on short notice
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours
• Strong computer skills including MS Office
• Domiciled within 1 hour of Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (KBJC)
• This position involves access to technology that is subject to U.S. export controls. Any job offer made will be contingent upon the applicant’s capacity to serve in compliance with U.S. export controls.

Nice To Haves

• Military or airline flight experience preferred
• Experience in international flight operations preferred
• Experience in formation flying preferred

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and represent the company professionally at all times
• Serve as single-pilot Pilot in Command (PIC) for PC-12 and PC-24 production check flights
• Perform government and special mission experimental flight tests and demonstrations
• Conduct domestic and international production, demonstration, marketing, ferry, customer support, AOG response, and transportation flights
• Serve as a subject matter expert on PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft, including capabilities, systems, and operations
• Coordinate with Pilatus engineering on flight test plans, technical issues, and product improvement
• Conduct pre-flight planning, including route selection, fuel requirements, weather analysis, and performance calculations
• Conduct pre- and post-flight briefings and ensure crew qualifications meet assigned flight requirements
• Coordinate flight activities with dispatch, maintenance, ground support teams, and other appropriate Pilatus departments
• Collect, document, and communicate operational flight data to support safety, product development and continuous improvement
• Ensure flight operations comply with company policies, Safety Management System (SMS) requirements, FAA regulations, and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate flight logs, operating expenses, maintenance documentation, and other required records in accordance with company and FAA and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Conduct knowledgeable and professional discussions with prospects and customers
• Attend industry trade shows and company meetings as required
• Support special projects and other Flight Operations activities as assigned
• Coordinate and communicate with Pilatus dealers regarding aircraft capabilities, operational concerns and product improvement
• Arrange required accommodations associated with assigned travel

Benefits

• The hiring range is $150,000 - $210,000 per year.
• This range represents Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd.’s estimate of the compensation reasonably expected for this position at the time of posting.
• Actual compensation will be determined based on factors including relevant skills and experience, education, job location, internal equity, market data, and business considerations.
• The hiring range may be modified in the future based on business or market conditions.
• Any bonus, incentive compensation, benefits, or other forms of compensation are subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable plans, programs, and policies and may be modified in accordance with applicable law.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior