King Air Pilot & Mechanic

Dynamic Aviation; Bridgewater (VA); On-site; USD 30,858 - 55,599; Full time

Job summary

Dynamic Aviation in Bridgewater, VA, seeks a King Air Pilot - Mechanic to provide dual expertise as a pilot and mechanic. In this role, you'll conduct safe operations, perform maintenance duties, and ensure aircraft readiness. Candidates must hold relevant FAA licenses and have significant flight experience.

Competitive pay ranges from $22.40 to $40.36 per hour, based on experience. Join us to tackle unique aviation challenges that protect and serve communities.

Qualifications

• FAA A&P maintenance certificate preferred.
• Experience with PT6 engines, specifically King Air 90 preferred.
• Prior mechanical experience in aircraft systems.

Responsibilities

• Pilot the King Air safely as a single pilot Captain.
• Perform routine and non-routine aircraft maintenance.
• Communicate with customers about aircraft issues.

Skills

FAA Commercial / Instrument / Multi-Engine license

1200 hours total flight time

Ability to work as a team member

Fluency in Spanish

Technical aptitude

Education

High school education

Tools

Tools required for maintenance

Job description

Live an Adventure, Master your Craft, Find your Purpose

At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppress large wildfires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence.

Job Purpose

This King Air Pilot - Mechanic role exists to provide single-pilot/mechanic expertise at Bridgewater Airpark in Bridgewater, VA to meet company requirements and customer needs. Candidates would begin as a mechanic and transfer into a Pilot/Mechanic dual role.

Duties

• Pilot the King Air as a single pilot Captain in a safe and professional way
• Function as Pilot Mechanic in Command making safe decisions to complete the work
• Fly accurately in relation to dispersal criteria
• Offer constructive input to the function of the base in areas of flight
• Take personal responsibility for record keeping
• Complete daily, weekly or monthly reports (maintenance records, timesheets, etc.) accurately and on time
• Follow directions and remain on task
• Communicate with the customer and pilots about aircraft issues
• Disassemble and clean aircraft components/parts
• Organize and maintain shop floor/environment from clutter or debris
• Perform routine and non-routine aircraft maintenance
• Inspect aircraft and systems
• Read and understand maintenance manuals and understand requirements
• Troubleshoot and repair systems
• Other duties as assigned

Skills/Qualifications

• FAA Commercial / Instrument / Multi-Engine license
• A minimum of 1200 hours total flight time (multi-engine turboprop preferred)
• Ability to qualify single pilot and work in a multi-crew environment
• FAA A&P maintenance certificate (preferred)
• Relocation to Bridgewater, VA
• Ability to work as a team member
• Fluency in Spanish (preferred)
• High school education required
• Experience with PT6 engines, specifically King Air 90 preferred
• Prior mechanical experience
• Technical aptitude
• Must provide own tools (tools listing to be provided)
• Ability to:
  • Crawl in and out of tight spaces
  • Comfortably work at elevated heights of at least 40 feet for extended periods of time
  • Lift, balance and carry 50 lbs.
  • Work in exterior weather conditions
  • Work in close proximity to other people

Job Experience

Experience working with hands, repairing machines, troubleshooting, maintaining, and inspecting all aircraft systems including electrical, sheet metal, general airframe and power plant.

Prior Cross-cultural And Foreign Language Experience Preferred

Pay Band

Certified Mechanic- $27.16 - $40.36 per hour. Uncertified Mechanic- $22.40 - $37.545 per hour. Starting pay is determined by experience, qualifications, and internal equity, and typically falls between the minimum and midpoint of the pay range.

It is the policy of Dynamic Aviation to prohibit and eliminate discrimination on grounds of race, color, religion, sex, (including pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other characteristics protected by law. It is also Dynamic Aviation's policy to provide equal employment for all and comply with any affirmative action obligations pursuant to the Federal Executive Orders, 11246 and 11375, as amended.