Senior ISR Pilot & Mission Lead

Sierra Nevada Corp; Shalimar (FL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

401(k) with 150% match up to 6%

3 weeks paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Florida is seeking a Senior Pilot to lead complex aviation missions, supervise pilots, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes ISR mission execution, advanced aviation systems, and strategic planning across high-stakes environments.

Ideal candidates have CPL/ATP with instrument and multi-engine ratings, substantial PIC hours, and eligibility for US government security clearance.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6+ years of current pilot experience.
• Total flight time 2,500–3,000 hours with 1,500–2,000 multi-engine turbine hours.
• PIC time: 1,500–2,000 hours including 1,000–1,500 hours as PIC in multi-engine aircraft.
• CPL with instrument and multi-engine ratings and/or ATP with instrument and multi-engine rating.
• FAA Security clearance eligibility and willingness to deploy OCONUS.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex flight missions across diverse operational environments.
• Supervise and mentor junior pilots and ensure professional development.
• Review flight data and mission outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with engineering teams to address technical issues.

Skills

Piloting experience

Leadership

Mission planning

Regulatory compliance

Operational excellence

Education

Commercial Pilot License with instrument and multi-engine ratings

Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification

FAA Class II Medical Certificate

Job description

Sierra Nevada Corporation in Florida is seeking a Senior Pilot to lead complex aviation missions, supervise pilots, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance. The role emphasizes ISR mission execution, advanced aviation systems, and strategic planning across high-stakes environments.

Ideal candidates have CPL/ATP with instrument and multi-engine ratings, substantial PIC hours, and eligibility for US government security clearance.