Pilot Training Manager (King Air 350)

PAL; Goose Bay; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Health benefits from Day One

Pension Plan with Employer Matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Travel privileges with PAL airlines

Job summary

PAL Aerospace is seeking a Training Manager for its Air Ambulance team in St. John’s, NL or Goose Bay, NL. You will lead pilot training, oversee SOPs, and mentor staff while coordinating schedules and enhancing air ambulance standards.

The role demands extensive King Air experience, ATPL, and 2,500+ hours total time with PIC hours. Join PAL Aerospace to contribute to life-saving missions across Atlantic Canada while working in a dynamic, mission-driven environment with strong team collaboration

Qualifications

• Must hold an ATPL with airline-style flight experience.
• Extensive King Air 200/350 operation experience required.
• Minimum 2,500 hours total time with 1,000 PIC hours.
• Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities.
• Excellent organizational and planning skills.

Responsibilities

• Conduct Air Ambulance pilot training including ground school and simulator sessions.
• Coordinate training schedules and maintain SOPs.
• Maintain and develop Air Ambulance Standards and SOPs.
• Mentor team members and lead ETR system oversight.
• Collaborate with NL Air Ambulance leadership on training goals.
• Oversee lesson plans, syllabi, and training records.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Skills

King Air 200/350 experience

ATPL

Total flight time 2500h

Multi-engine 500h

PIC 1000h

Instrument rating

Multi-engine rating

Leadership experience

Organizational skills

Team mentorship

Job description

Operating with Experience. 50 Years of Flight Operations Driving Mission-Critical Success.

Headquartered in Atlantic Canada with a global presence in over 60 countries and a dedication to innovation over 50 years, the PAL Aerospace team thrives at the forefront of aviation technology and expert crew skills.

About PAL Aerospace

• Divisions: Airborne Surveillance/Medevac/Charters
• Bases: Campbell River, Halifax, St. John’s as well as international locations
• Fleet: DHC-8-100/300, Beech King Air, Beech 1900, variety of managed turboprops and jets

In October 2024, PAL Aerospace, Air Borealis, and their partner Medavie Health NL were selected as the parties to design, manage and operate integrated ambulance services for the Province of Newfoundland and Labrador.

PAL Aerospace is proud to provide Air Ambulance services to our communities in Newfoundland and Labrador. Operating the King Air 350 PAL offers end-to-end solutions including selection and assignment of aircrews, maintenance, creating standard operating procedures, and ensuring aircraft and pilots are always available as needed

To support our mission, PAL Aerospace is looking for a Training Manager to join our Air Ambulance team in St. John’s, NL or Goose Bay, NL where no two days are the same!

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Responsible to conduct Air Ambulance pilot training including ground school, simulator training, line indoctrination and line checks
• Training schedule coordination
• Accountable for the maintenance and development of Air Ambulance Standards and SOPs
• Work closely with management team to establish training goals and objectives
• Provide mentorship to team members
• Oversight of Electronic Training Record (ETR) system, continual lesson plan and syllabus development
• Liaison for NL Air Ambulance pilot training
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• Must have experience on King Air 200 or King Air 350
• Valid ATPL
• 2500 hours total time
• 500 multi-engine hours
• 1000 PIC hours
• Instrument Rating
• Multi-engine Rating
• Ability to work in a cohesive team environment
• Experience in a leadership or supervisory role would be considered an asset
• Excellent organizational skills
• Effective time management and planning skills
• Demonstrated analytical and decision-making skills
• Knowledge of Aerospace operations
• Experience in document management and developing new procedures

Great benefits

At PAL Aerospace, we know that compensation isn’t the only factor in choosing a company. That’s why we’re proud to offer comprehensive perks and benefits.

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from Day One
• Pension Plan with Employer Matching
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with multiple airlines
• EFAP
• Industry discounts (hotels, rental cars, etc.)

PAL Aerospace is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you.