Production Pilot

Pilatus Aircraft Ltd; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Pilatus Aircraft Ltd in Broomfield, Colorado is seeking a Production Pilot to conduct PC-12 and PC-24 production check flights and support flight operations across global scopes.

You will be the PIC for production flights, collaborate with engineering, customer support, sales, and dispatch, and ensure compliance with FAA regulations and SMS requirements. A strong leadership background and international travel readiness are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate Multi-Engine Land.
• CFII and MEI certification, no centerline thrust restriction preferred.
• Minimum 4,000 hours total flight time and 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
• Excellent writing, presentation, and communication skills
• Experience in international flight operations preferred
• Experience in formation flying preferred
• Domiciled within 1 hour of KBJC
• Current and valid passport

Responsibilities

• Provide excellent customer service and represent the company professionally.
• Serve as solo Pilot in Command 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.
• 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.
• Coordinate flight activities with dispatch, maintenance, ground support teams, and other Pilatus departments.
• Maintain flight logs and regulatory compliance records

Skills

Leadership

Teamwork

Communication

Decision making

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent

FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate Multi-Engine Land

FAA CFII and MEI

FAA Class 1 Medical Certificate

Passport (valid)

Job description

Take-off with Pilatus! If you would like to join a strong and growing Flights Operations Team, we invite you to explore our job opportunity in Broomfield, Colorado. 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 solo 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

Requirements

Skills/Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate 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
• 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.