King Air IFR Pilot - Corporate Flight & Ops Lead

Driscoll Strawberry Associates, Inc; Watsonville (CA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 185,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Profit sharing

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Paid time off

Sick leave

EAP

Job summary

Driscoll’s is seeking a Corporate Pilot to solve complex aviation challenges with high IFR proficiency and strong airmanship. You will fly King Air 300/350 aircraft, participate in safety programs, and work with senior pilots to ensure regulatory and company standards are met while supporting domestic and international travel up to 90%.

The role requires 2,000 total flight hours, 1,500 PIC, and 500 hours in jet or turboprop; King Air-rating preferred.

Qualifications

• 2,000 hours total flight time.
• 1,500 hours as Pilot In Command.
• 500 hours in jet or turboprop.
• 200 hours in type – preferred.

Responsibilities

• Participate in ensuring safety and regulatory requirements are met.
• Report safety hazards to Chief Pilot via SMS.
• Complete preflight planning and preparation duties.
• Ensure aircraft certificates and manuals are onboard before flight.
• Maintain knowledge of 14 CFR Part 91 & Part 135 and company SOPs.
• Attend ground and simulator training to maintain proficiency.
• Maintain required licenses and certificates to comply with FAA/ICAO.
• Assist loading/unloading of baggage and passenger needs.
• Travel domestically and internationally up to 90%.

Skills

Commercial Multi-Engine Land

FAA First Class Medical

King Air 300/350 rating

CA Driver's License

Education

High School diploma

Two years college or technical training

Job description

Driscoll’s is seeking a Corporate Pilot to solve complex aviation challenges with high IFR proficiency and strong airmanship. You will fly King Air 300/350 aircraft, participate in safety programs, and work with senior pilots to ensure regulatory and company standards are met while supporting domestic and international travel up to 90%.

The role requires 2,000 total flight hours, 1,500 PIC, and 500 hours in jet or turboprop; King Air-rating preferred.