SA227/BE-1900 Captain

LV Aero, LLC; Bellingham (WA); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Transportation & lodging provided

401K plan

Medical, Dental, Vision

Job summary

Ameriflight, LLC is hiring a Captain for Beechcraft BE1900 to operate out of Bellingham, WA, with M-F evening departure and layovers in Seattle. A hotel is provided in Seattle or BFI, with a company vehicle on weekends for travel between BLI and BFI.

Base salary is $87,006 annually. Qualified candidates hold a Commercial Pilot License with MEL/IR, instrument rating, high-performance and complex endorsements, plus FAR 135 experience and recent instrument proficiency checks.

Qualifications

• PIC in IFR conditions per FAR 135
• Commercial pilot license multi-engine land with instrument rating
• High performance and complex endorsements required
• FAR 121/135 experience preferred
• Instrument proficiency check or recurrent within 6 months

Responsibilities

• Captain in Beechcraft BE1900
• Outstation domiciled in Bellingham, WA (BLI); depart M-F evenings; layover in Seattle (BFI)
• Hotel provided in BFI; Seattle option with hotel in BLI and weekend vehicle
• Bid for base/equipment/domicile as available
• Meet all regulatory and medical requirements and complete pre-employment checks

Skills

PIC IFR

Multi-engine land

Instrument rating

High performance

Complex endorsements

FAR 135 experience

Skywards experience

Education

Commercial Pilot License (CPL) MEL/IR

Job description

Ameriflight, LLC is the nation’s largest Part 135 cargo airline and the leading provider of scalable, outsourced aviation services for the regional express airfreight market. Our diverse portfolio enables major cargo integrators, manufacturers, aircraft operators, and freight forwarders to adapt quickly to the demands of today’s fast-moving supply chain.

Operating a fleet of more than 120 aircraft—including the Saab 340B, Embraer 120, Fairchild SA227, Beechcraft 1900, and Beechcraft 99—Ameriflight delivers reliable service from bases across the U.S.

About This Position

• Captain in Beechcraft BE1900
• Outstation domiciled in Bellingham, WA (BLI), departing M-F evening, laying over in Seattle (BFI) and returning the following morning
• Hotel provided in BFI
• If you would prefer to live in Seattle, we will provide a hotel in BLI M-F, as well as a company vehicle to commute between BLI and BFI on weekends. You will be responsible for housing and transportation in Seattle
• Base salary is $87,006 annually

Pilot Benefits:

• Ameriflight is a proud partner of the UPS Flightpath Pathway Program
• Career advancement opportunities, including training and leadership positions
• Paid training, including transportation, lodging, and per diem
• Ability to bid specific base, equipment and domicile
• Jumpseat privileges with CASS partners, including American, Alaska, Allegiant, Atlas Air, FedEx, Frontier, Horizon, JSX, Omni Air, Southwest, UPS Airlines and more
• Known Crew Member (KCM) privileges available
• Reimbursement for Pilot Medical Certificate (post-hire only)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits
• Company provided Life Insurance
• Vacation
• 401K plan

Requirements

• Must meet FAR 135.243(c) requirements for PIC in IFR conditions
• Commercial Pilot License multi-engine land with instrument rating, high performance and complex endorsements
• 1,800 TT, 1000 PIC, 500 hours XC, 250 multi, 100 turbine PIC, 100 hours instrument (50 must be in aircraft), 100 hours night
• Previous FAR121/135 experience required
• Instrument Proficiency Check or 121/135 recurrent within past 6 months
• First or Second Class medical. First Class required for all Charter / ESCS positions and international operations
• FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
• Current Passport
• English Proficient
• Must be eligible to work in the U.S. and travel unrestricted in and out of the U.S.
• Must meet airport badging requirements, including a TSA Security background check
• Successful completion of pre-employment required DOT drug screening and other required background checks
• May drive company provided vehicles - must have a valid Driver’s License and meet all company insurance criteria

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.