Captain – King Air 350 (B300) & Cessna 208 Caravan

Pilot Assessments; Hagerstown (MD); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company-paid health, dental, and sight

Company-paid disability insurance

Life & AD&D insurance

Supplemental insurance options (Aflac,

401(k) plan

Paid time off & floating holidays

Job summary

DST LLC is seeking a Captain to command flights in single- and two-pilot environments from the Hagerstown base. The role requires strong judgment, aircraft handling, and proactive customer engagement, with a weekday-focused schedule and occasional extended duty periods.

Qualifications include Commercial AMEL, ASEL, Instrument rating, and 1,000+ hours (3,000 preferred) on B350, plus FAA medical and international travel eligibility. Expect variable hours, standby, and customer-directed travel.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Commercial AMEL, ASEL at the commercial level; Instrument Airplane rating.
• Minimum 1,000 hours total time for B350 operations; 3,000 hours total time preferred for B350.
• Current FAA First- or Second-Class Medical.
• Current passport permitting unrestricted international travel.

Responsibilities

• Act as Pilot in Command, ensuring safe, legal operations per FAA regulations and the DST Flight Operations Manual.
• Conduct preflight planning and inspections; coordinate activities with Air Traffic Control.
• Navigate and fly the aircraft, monitor all flight phases, complete post-flight tasks.
• Communicate with customers to align on flight objectives while prioritizing safety.
• Apply Crew Resource Management in single- and two-pilot operations; brief safety and egress.
• Report mechanical issues promptly to Maintenance and the Chief Pilot.
• Complete aircraft administration including time tracking, manifests, documentation.
• Maintain punctual, reliable attendance and uphold professional standards.

Skills

CRM (Crew Resource Management)

Flight Operations

Customer communication

Safety Compliance

Preflight Planning

Education

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

The opportunity

As a Captain with DST LLC, you’ll take command in both single-pilot and two-pilot environments, executing missions that demand sound judgment, superior airmanship, and proactive customer engagement. Expect a weekday-focused schedule with mission-driven flexibility, including evenings, weekends, and occasional extended duty periods.

Key responsibilities

• Act as Pilot in Command, ensuring safe, legal operations per FAA regulations and the DST Flight Operations Manual.
• Conduct thorough preflight planning and inspections; coordinate special activities with Air Traffic Control.
• Navigate and fly the aircraft, monitor all phases of flight, and complete post-flight inspections and tasks.
• Communicate clearly with customers to align on flight and schedule objectives while prioritizing safety.
• Apply effective Crew Resource Management in single- and two-pilot operations; brief all participants on safety and egress prior to flight.
• Report mechanical issues promptly to Maintenance and the Chief Pilot.
• Complete aircraft administration, including time tracking, manifests, and required documentation.
• Maintain punctual, reliable attendance and uphold professional standards at all times.

What you’ll bring

• High school diploma or equivalent; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Commercial AMEL; ASEL at the commercial level; Instrument Airplane rating.
• Minimum 1,000 hours total time for B350 operations; 3,000 hours total time preferred for B350.
• Current FAA First- or Second-Class Medical.
• Current passport permitting unrestricted international travel.
• Valid driver’s license; ability to pass DOT/FAA-regulated drug screening.
• U.S. citizenship required to obtain/maintain a United States Security Clearance.
• Availability for variable and extended hours, including evenings, weekends, and customer-directed travel with overnights.
• On standby, ability to report to the DST Hagerstown facility within one hour; shorter report times may be required.

Benefits & perks

• Company-paid health, dental, and vision insurance for the employee.
• Company-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life & AD&D insurance.
• Supplemental options available through Aflac, Gap Insurance, TriCare, and additional life & AD&D coverage.
• 401(k) plan.
• Accruing paid time off and floating holiday time.

Schedule, travel & standby

• Typical schedule is Monday-Friday; mission needs may require evenings and weekends.
• Duty periods may extend to 12-14 hours.
• Customer-directed travel may include overnight stays and extended time away from base.
• Standby duty requires reporting to the Hagerstown facility within one hour; shorter report times may be necessary.