Ministry Pilot - King Air 350

Samaritan's Purse; North Wilkesboro (NC); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

On-site clinic

Health insurance

FSA

Disability insurance

Family leave

Life insurance

401(k)

Holidays

Vacation days

Sick days

Job summary

Samaritan's Purse is seeking a Ministry Pilot, King Air 350, to join our Mission Aviation Services team in North Wilkesboro, NC. This role involves PIC/SIC duties, pre/during/post-flight checks, and international travel in humanitarian missions.

The candidate must hold a BE-300 type rating, 3,000 hours total, and an FAA ATC certificate with AMEL rating. Responsibilities include trip planning, flight logs, and coordinating with maintenance with no on-aircraft maintenance work performed by pilots.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent education/experience.
• BE-300 type rating and 3,000+ total flight hours; 1,000+ hours in type preferred.
• FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with AMEL rating and valid medical; US passport required.

Responsibilities

• Perform Pilot in Command (PIC) and/or Second in Command (SIC) duties as required.
• Greet passengers and load/unload passenger luggage and cargo.
• Plan domestic and international trips with trip planning service support.
• Maintain knowledge of aircraft AFM, aviation regulations, policies, and procedures.
• Complete flight logs, passenger manifests, and keep documents current.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel to identify and resolve discrepancies (pilots not authorized to perform maintenance).
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Pilot in Command

Flight planning

Safety procedures

Education

Bachelor's Degree

BE-300 type rating

3,000 total flight hours

FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate

US Passport

Job description

Location: North Wilkesboro, NC, United States

Job ID: 17916

Date Posted: Nov 5, 2026

Get Involved!

What do we believe?

Demonstrate Biblical Integrity

At Samaritan's Purse, the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work.

Please take time to review the following link as you consider working with us: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/statement-of-faith/

What is the opportunity?

Respond with Compassionate Action

We are seeking a Ministry Pilot, King Air 350, to join our Mission Aviation Services team in North Wilkesboro, NC. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of Samaritan's Purse are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

In the role of Ministry Pilot, King Air 350, you will have the opportunity to:

• Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and be a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.


• Perform pilot duties as needed or assigned. Must be able to perform Pilot in Command (PIC) and/or Second in Command (SIC) duties as required in assigned ministry aircraft. Greet passengers and load and unload all passenger luggage and cargo.


• Plan domestic and/or international trips with the assistance of an international trip planning service. Perform pre-flight, in-flight, and post-flight checks to ensure safe flight operations.


• Maintain expert knowledge of assigned aircraft, Approved Flight Manual (AFM), aviation regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure the highest level of readiness and professional skill as a pilot.


• Complete flight logs and passenger manifests for each flight in a timely manner; maintain electronic charts, databases, iPads, documents, etc. in a current and orderly manner.


• Work with Samaritan's Purse mechanics and contracted maintenance personnel to identify and resolve any maintenance discrepancies (Ministry Pilots are not authorized to perform aircraft maintenance).


• Other duties as assigned.

What are the qualifications?

Serve with Excellence

As a qualified candidate, you will have the following skills and experience:

• Bachelor's Degree from a four-year college or university, or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• BE-300 type rating and a minimum of 3,000 total flight hours, with 1,000 hours in type (current or recent) required. Must be able to act as PIC in King Air 350 aircraft; currency must be maintained in all assigned aircraft as provided by the ministry.


• FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with the appropriate AMEL rating, valid FAA First Class Aviation Medical Certificate, FCC Restricted Radio Permit, and current US Passport required.

What are the benefits?

Walk in Bold Faith

Samaritan's Purse is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:

• On-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents)


• Medical, prescription, dental & vision insurance


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• Long-term and Short-term disability insurance


• Paid Family Medical Leave


• Term Life Insurance


• 401(k) retirement savings plan


• 10 paid holidays


• 12 vacation/personal days


• 10 sick days

Type: Full-Time

Department: Mission Aviation Services

Location: North Wilkesboro, NC

Language Requirement: English

Travel: This position requires domestic and international travel of approximately 90 days per year; required travel documents and vaccinations for entry into foreign countries will be necessary.

Location: North Wilkesboro, NC, United States

Date Posted: Nov 5, 2026