Force Multiplier Captains —

Pilotcareercenter; Nova Scotia; On-site; CAD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

PAL Aerospace seeks qualified Captains to join our team operating DHC-8 special‑mission aircraft for long- and medium‑range surveillance missions. Rotational crews maintain readiness to operate in Canada and worldwide, delivering mission outputs for military, government, and civilian clients.

These roles require extensive flight time and experience on DHC‑8 platforms, the ability to obtain security clearances, and willingness to travel internationally, often on short notice, while rotating with

Qualifications

• Total Time: 4000 hours required.
• 500 hours on DHC-8 aircraft.
• 1500 hours PIC on Dash 8 or similar.
• 1000 MPA or Special Missions experience.
• Must be able to obtain required security clearances.
• Willingness to travel internationally on short notice.
• Ability to participate in rotations as required.
• Military experience is considered an asset.

Responsibilities

• Operate long- and medium-range surveillance aircraft as rotational crew.
• Work independently and with a professional team to deliver mission outputs.
• Travel domestically and internationally as part of base operations.
• Maintain readiness to operate in varied weather and terrains.

Skills

Total flight hours

DHC-8 experience

PIC Dash 8

MPA / Special Missions

Security clearance ability

International travel

Rotation participation

Military experience valued

Job description

Force Multiplier (FM) is an on-demand intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) division located in Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, Canada. FM aircraft are modified, maintained, owned, and operated by PAL Aerospace, a leader in international aerospace and defence design, development, and operation of airborne surveillance aircraft, heavy maintenance checks, and software applications. PAL Aerospace is driven by technology and is proud to be a pioneer of industry-leading innovations in airborne special missions.

We're looking for qualified Captains to join our world‑class team operating long- and medium‑range surveillance aircraft. FM crews maintain continual readiness to operate in Canada and around the world.

Flying as rotational crew aboard our DHC‑8 special‑mission aircraft, individuals must be able to work independently, as well as part of our motivated, close‑knit, group of professionals; working together to deliver mission outputs required by our military, government, and civilian clients.

Qualified candidates may be offered the unique opportunity to travel to and from the aircraft base of operations, without the requirement to permanently relocate.

PALAerospaceprides itself on being a pioneer in innovation and is looking for qualified, like‑minded, adventure‑seeking crew to join our growing team.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 4000 hours Total Time
• Must have 500 hours on DHC-8
• 1500 hours PIC on Dash 8 or similar aircraft
• 1000 MPA (Maritime Patrol Aircraft) or Special Missions Experience
• Must be able to obtain required security clearances
• The ability to travel frequently, including international travel
• Must be able to participate in rotations as required
• Military experience considered an asset

PHYSICAL WORKING ENVIRONMENT

• Able to work in an aircraft cabin environment with 8-9-hour missions in our larger DHC-8 platforms.
• Travel with the aircraft on a rotational basis for extended rotations domestically and internationally; sometimes at short notice; operating in all weather, seasons, and terrain.
• Accommodation ranges from hotel accommodation to crew-house environments.
• Work during early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays during On Duty periods.
• Able to meet medical testing requirements.
• Able to swim and complete Underwater Egress Training.