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Sierra NevadaPosted 1 month ago

Sr. Jet Pilot - Global 6500 (Deploy Only)

HybridShalimar, Florida, United States

Full TimeSenior LevelLargeAEROSPACE

Job Summary

Lead complex flight missions across diverse operational environments while supervising and mentoring junior pilots to ensure their professional development. Execute detailed planning, risk assessment, and coordination to maintain mission readiness, and enforce compliance with safety protocols, FAA regulations, and ICAO standards. Serve as the primary point of contact for mission-critical communication, review flight data for continuous improvement, and facilitate training programs. Liaise with engineering teams to resolve technical issues and ensure adherence to Flight and Ground Operating Procedures. This role requires a 6+ years of experience with 3,000+ total flight hours, including 2,000 multi-engine turbine hours, and involves a 60/60 OCONUS deployment rotation with extended hours and on-call availability. The Mission Solutions and Technologies business area provides turn-key command, control, and communications solutions worldwide, supporting the Department of Defense and international customers.

Required Qualifications

  • 6+ years of experience
  • Minimum of 3,000 hours of total flight time
  • Includes 2,000 multi-engine turbine hours for such aircraft
  • At least 2,000 hours as PIC including 1,500 hours as PIC in type or similar aircraft
  • FAA 2nd Class Medical Commercial Pilot License (CPL) with instrument and multi-engine ratings, and/or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification
  • Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities
  • Extensive knowledge of advanced aviation systems and regulations
  • Ability to pass a FAA/Military Pilot Background Check and mandatory drug and alcohol screen
  • Ability to deploy for an extended amount of time to various OCONUS operating locations
  • Ability to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations
  • Successfully pass a pre-deployment medical assessment
  • Must be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as required
  • Current/ valid passport and be able to obtain a visa to travel internationally
  • Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 60/60 rotation
  • Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs regularly
  • Ability to remain seated and operate flight controls for extended periods
  • Frequent travel required; ability to be on-call for missions
  • Ability to work in potentially hazardous or high-stress environments
  • Must possess fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination for operating aircraft controls
  • Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
  • Must be able to hear and respond to audio cues in loud environments
  • Capacity to work in an office or hybrid environment when not on missions
  • Must be a U.S. Citizen, lawful permanent resident of the U.S., protected individual as defined by 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3), or eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce

Desired Qualifications

  • Military flight training background
  • Experience in leadership roles within combat or operational missions
  • Advanced degrees in aviation or aerospace disciplines
  • Recent mission completion and/or prior service
  • US Military survival and/or physiological training (<5 years)
  • Background in the Aerospace and Defense Industry, the US Department of Defense, or US Military

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