EASA AS355 Pilots

Crew Resources International; Île-de-France; Remote; EUR 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Crew Resources International is seeking EASA-licensed AS355 pilots for seasonal aerial firefighting contracts across Europe. The role involves firefighting missions, high-skill flying, and strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

You must hold EASA CPL(H) or ATPL(H), have 1000 PIC hours, current AS355 rating, and firefighting experience. Expect rotational shifts, day VFR, and a strong safety culture.

Qualifications

• Valid EASA CPL(H) or ATPL(H)
• Minimum 1,000 hours PIC
• Minimum 100 PIC hours on AS350
• Current AS355 type rating
• Previous firefighting experience (strong advantage)
• HESLO 1 / 2
• Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence

Responsibilities

• Conduct firefighting missions in compliance with operational procedures and local regulations
• Ensure safe and efficient flight operations in high-pressure environments
• Maintain continuous situational awareness and sound decision-making during missions
• Comply with EASA regulations and company operational standards
• Contribute to Safety Management System (SMS) practices, including hazard reporting and risk mitigation
• Ensure proper use of aircraft equipment and adherence to maintenance reporting procedures

Skills

Firefighting operations

Situational awareness

Safety compliance

Regulatory knowledge

Job description

As we prepare for upcoming firefighting operations, we are recruiting EASA-licensed AS355 Pilots for rotational assignments.

Position Overview

As an AS355 Pilot, you will be engaged in critical aerial firefighting missions.This role requires strong technical expertise, situational awareness, and strict adherence to safety and regulatory standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct firefighting missions in compliance with operational procedures and local regulations


• Ensure safe and efficient flight operations in high-pressure and dynamic environments


• Maintain continuous situational awareness and sound decision-making during missions


• Comply with EASA regulations and company operational standards


• Contribute to Safety Management System (SMS) practices, including hazard reporting and risk mitigation


• Ensure proper use of aircraft equipment and adherence to maintenance reporting procedures

Candidate Requirements

• Valid EASA CPL(H) or ATPL(H)


• Minimum 1,000 hours PIC


• Minimum 100 PIC hours on AS350


• Current AS355 type rating


• Previous firefighting experience (strong advantage)


• HESLO 1 / 2


• Strong commitment to safety, compliance, and operational excellence

Working Conditions

• Location: Europe


• Operation Type: Firefighting


• Flight Rules: Day VFR


• Work Pattern: Rotational

Why Join Us?

• Opportunity to work in high-impact aerial firefighting missions


• Integration into a recognized international aviation group


• Dynamic and challenging operational environment


• Strong safety culture aligned with international aviation standards

This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established international operator on a challenging and rewarding seasonal firefighting contract.