Production Pilot

Job description

Take-off with Pilatus! If you would like to join a strong and growing Flights Operations Team, we invite you to explore our job opportunity in Broomfield, Colorado. 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.

Provide excellent customer service and represent the company professionally at all times

Serve as solo 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

Other Duties/Responsibilities

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

Requirements

Skills/Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate 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(VS1) (GL2) 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

Military or airline flight experience preferred

Strong leadership and teamwork skills

Self-motivated and able to work efficiently without direct supervision

Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills

Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities

Experience in international flight operations preferred

Experience in formation flying preferred

FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate(VS3) (GL4)

Current and valid passport

Ability to travel internationally without restrictions on short notice

Flexibility to work outside normal business hours

Domiciled within 1 hour of Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (KBJC)

The hiring range is $150,000 - $210,000 per year. Pay rate to be determined based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to relevant skills & experience, education, job location, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, and multiple service centers across Westminster, MD, Rock Hill, SC, Chamblee, GA and Sarasota, FL, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.

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Worksite address

broomfield, CO, 80020, US

Who can apply

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