King Air B200/350 Firefighting Pilot

Tenax Aerospace; Madison (MS); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance bonus opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Company-paid travel expenses while on;

Job summary

Tenax Aerospace is seeking an experienced King Air Firefighting Pilot (Air Attack) to support aerial firefighting and special mission aviation programs across the United States. This role requires exceptional airmanship, regulatory compliance, and safe mission execution.

You will operate King Air B200 and, when qualified, King Air 350 in single-pilot operations, serving as PIC for special missions and coordinating with flight crews and customers.

Qualifications

• FAA Commercial Multi-Engine Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) for special mission operations utilizing modified King Air aircraft.
• Operate a King Air B200 in all weather conditions as a single pilot and, when qualified, a King Air 350 in single-pilot operations.
• Execute aerial operations in accordance with customer requirements, FAA regulations, and company procedures.
• Successfully complete recurrent training and checking requirements to Part 135 standards.
• Conduct functional check flights as required.
• Perform command pilot duties while coordinating with technical operators, mission crews, and other flight personnel.
• Ensure compliance with aircraft flight manuals, company policies, customer procedures, manufacturer requirements, and regulatory guidance.
• Support aircraft scheduling, fueling, safety management, and operational readiness activities.
• Conduct thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections, briefings, and documentation.
• Represent Tenax professionally while maintaining strong relationships with customers, aviation personnel, and mission stakeholders.
• Support overall program success through safe, efficient, and effective mission execution.
• Perform other duties as assigned in support of operational requirements.

Skills

PIC time

King Air experience

Instrument rating

Commercial multi-engine

King Air 350 rating

Regulatory compliance

Aerial firefighting

Cross-country flying

Night PIC time

Tools

Pro Line 21

Fusion avionics

Job description

Tenax Aerospace

About Tenax

Tenax delivers mission-critical airborne intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, aerial firefighting, and data collection capabilities supporting U.S. Government customers nationwide. Our teams operate in dynamic environments where safety, operational excellence, customer focus, and mission success are paramount.

We are seeking experienced King Air B200/350 Firefighting Pilots (Air Attack) to support aerial firefighting operations and special mission aviation programs throughout the United States. This position serves as a critical member of our flight operations team and requires exceptional airmanship, sound judgment, technical proficiency, and a commitment to safe mission execution.

The ideal candidate is a highly motivated aviation professional capable of operating independently while maintaining the highest standards of safety, regulatory compliance, and customer service.

What You’ll Do

As a King Air Firefighting Pilot, you will support aerial firefighting and special mission aviation operations across multiple locations throughout the United States.

• Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) for special mission operations utilizing modified King Air aircraft.

• Operate a King Air B200 in all weather conditions as a single pilot and, when qualified, a King Air 350 in single-pilot operations.

• Execute aerial operations in accordance with customer requirements, FAA regulations, and company procedures.

• Successfully complete recurrent training and checking requirements to Part 135 standards.

• Conduct functional check flights as required.

• Perform command pilot duties while coordinating with technical operators, mission crews, and other flight personnel.

• Ensure compliance with aircraft flight manuals, company policies, customer procedures, manufacturer requirements, and regulatory guidance.

• Support aircraft scheduling, fueling, safety management, and operational readiness activities.

• Conduct thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections, briefings, and documentation.

• Represent Tenax professionally while maintaining strong relationships with customers, aviation personnel, and mission stakeholders.

• Support overall program success through safe, efficient, and effective mission execution.

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of operational requirements.

Basic Qualifications

To be successful in this role, candidates should possess:

• FAA Commercial Multi-Engine Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating.

• Current FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate.

• Beechcraft King Air 350 type rating (single-pilot privileges preferred).

• Minimum 3,000 hours total flight time.

• Minimum 1,200 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time, including at least 200 hours in the King Air category/class.

• Minimum 500 hours cross-country flight time.

• Minimum 50 hours instrument flight time and 75 hours actual or simulated instrument experience.

• Minimum 200 hours night PIC time.

• Minimum 25 hours in King Air B200/350 aircraft.

• Valid driver's license.

• Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.

• Ability to travel extensively throughout the Continental United States (CONUS).

• Ability to successfully complete required training, checking events, background reviews, and drug testing requirements.

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Desired Skills

The following qualifications are preferred:

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.

• Extensive King Air B200 and/or King Air 350 operational experience.

• Familiarity with Pro Line 21 and Fusion avionics systems.

• Previous aerial firefighting or air attack flight experience.

• Current USDA/DOI Interagency Air Operations Card.

• At least 100 fixed-wing flight hours within the preceding 12 months.

• At least 10 hours in make and model within the preceding 12 months.

• Previous operational experience supporting fire containment, airborne intelligence, surveillance, or data collection missions.

Schedule and Travel Requirements

This position requires a flexible schedule driven by customer and mission requirements.

• Fire Season (approximately March through October): 12 days on / 8 days off.

• Off Season: 7 days on / 7 days off.

• Extensive CONUS travel required.

• Relocation is not required.

• Flexibility, adaptability, and responsiveness to changing mission needs are essential.

Work Environment

This position may be performed in aircraft, airports, aviation facilities, customer locations, and field operating environments.

Work may require:

• Extensive domestic travel.

• Work in varying weather conditions.

• Operation from remote or austere locations.

• Work outside normal business hours.

• Exposure to aircraft operations, machinery, noise, and changing environmental conditions.

• Extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, and aircraft operation.

Compensation and Benefits

Tenax offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to attract, retain, and reward exceptional aviation professionals.

• Competitive base salary.

• Performance bonus opportunities.

• Comprehensive benefits package.

• Company-paid travel expenses while on assignment.

Reasonable Accommodation

Tenax provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.

Applicants who require an accommodation to access the application system, complete an application, or participate in the hiring process may submit a request through our Applicant Accommodation Process:

Reasonable Accommodation Request - Applicant Accommodation Request Form

Why Join Tenax?

At Tenax, you will support meaningful missions that protect lives, property, and critical infrastructure. You will work alongside experienced aviation professionals while contributing to aerial firefighting and special mission programs that make a measurable impact across the United States.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Tenax is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.

Tenax is an Equal Opportunity employer and is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees.

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