Production Pilot

All Aviation Jobs; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. in Colorado seeks a Production Pilot to conduct PC-12 and PC-24 production check flights and related duties, serving as PIC and supporting engineering, customer support, and sales with aviation expertise.

The role requires extensive flight experience, a commercial pilot certificate with multi-engine ratings, CFII/MEI. Travel internationally and coordinate with Pilatus teams for flight plans, safety, and product improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent education/experience.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Single and Multi-Engine Land ratings.
• CFII and MEI certifications preferred; no centerline thrust restriction preferred.
• FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate.
• Jet time experience and PIC hours strongly preferred.
• Willingness to travel internationally and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Serve as single-pilot PIC for PC-12 and PC-24 production check flights.
• Conduct government and special mission flight tests and demonstrations.
• Coordinate production, engineering, and customer support flight activities.
• Maintain flight logs, expenses, and maintenance documentation.
• Ensure compliance with FAA, SMS, and company policies.

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Decision-making

Flight testing

International travel

Self-motivated

Flexible schedule

Safety-conscious

Flight operations

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate - SEL/ MEL

CFII / MEI certification

FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Description

Take-off with Pilatus! The Production Pilot conducts PC-12 and PC-24 production check flights and other assigned flights safely and in accordance with Pilatus standards, company policies, and applicable aviation regulations. The Production Pilot is a subject matter expert on the PC-12 and PC-24 and supports production, engineering, customer support, sales, and other operational requirements through flight and technical expertise.

• Provide excellent customer service and represent the company professionally at all times
• Serve as single-pilot Pilot in Command (PIC) for PC-12 and PC-24 production check flights
• Perform government and special mission experimental flight tests and demonstrations
• Conduct domestic and international production, demonstration, marketing, ferry, customer support, AOG response, and transportation flights
• Serve as a subject matter expert on PC-12 and PC-24 aircraft, including capabilities, systems, and operations
• Coordinate with Pilatus engineering on flight test plans, technical issues, and product improvement
• Conduct pre-flight planning, including route selection, fuel requirements, weather analysis, and performance calculations
• Conduct pre- and post-flight briefings and ensure crew qualifications meet assigned flight requirements
• Coordinate flight activities with dispatch, maintenance, ground support teams, and other appropriate Pilatus departments
• Collect, document, and communicate operational flight data to support safety, product development and continuous improvement
• Ensure flight operations comply with company policies, Safety Management System (SMS) requirements, FAA regulations, and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Maintain accurate flight logs, operating expenses, maintenance documentation, and other required records in accordance with company and FAA and other applicable regulatory requirements
• Conduct knowledgeable and professional discussions with prospects and customers
• Attend industry trade shows and company meetings as required

Other Duties/Responsibilities

• Support special projects and other Flight Operations activities as assigned
• Coordinate and communicate with Pilatus dealers regarding aircraft capabilities, operational concerns and product improvement
• Arrange required accommodations associated with assigned travel

Skills/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Single and Multi-Engine Land ratings
• FAA Certified Flight Instructor Instrument (CFII) and FAA Multi-Engine Instructor (MEI) certification, no centerline thrust restriction preferred
• Minimum 4,000 hours total flight time and[VS1] [GL2] 2,500 hours PIC (or equivalent military flight experience)
• Minimum 2,000 hours combined turbine/jet flight time, including 1,000 hours jet PIC (or equivalent military flight experience)
• Jet type rating or military equivalent
• Military or airline flight experience preferred
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills
• Self-motivated and able to work efficiently without direct supervision
• Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Experience in international flight operations preferred
• Experience in formation flying preferred
• FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate[VS3] [GL4]
• Current and valid passport
• Ability to travel internationally without restrictions on short notice
• Flexibility to work outside normal business hours
• Strong computer skills including MS Office
• Domiciled within 1 hour of Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport (KBJC)

The hiring range is $150,000 - $210,000 per year. Pay rate to be determined based on a combination of factors including, but not limited to relevant skills & experience, education, job location, internal equity, and alignment with market data.

With over 3,000 employees and about 200 apprentices at its headquarters in Stans, Switzerland, completion center in Broomfield, Colorado, and multiple service centers across Westminster, MD, Rock Hill, SC, Chamblee, GA and Sarasota, FL, the Pilatus family unites people from over 40 countries. We offer a secure, innovative, international, and sustainable work environment. Courage, vision, and outstanding performance have made us a strong company. Our culture is shaped by a high level of quality awareness, close customer relationships, and a high degree of employee commitment.

Pilatus Aircraft USA Ltd. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.