Senior Pilot (Deployed Only)

snc; Shalimar (FL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual incentive pay

Medical and dental benefits

Job summary

SNC is seeking a Senior Pilot in Florida to lead complex missions, oversee junior pilots, and ensure safety and regulatory compliance in high-stakes environments. The role spans strategic operational planning and hands-on piloting in diverse scenarios including test flights and special mission training.

The ideal candidate will have extensive flight time, CPL with instrument and multi-engine ratings, an active DoD-combat deployment readiness, and a current US Passport.

Qualifications

• Total flight time: 3,000+ hours with PIC experience.
• CPL with instrument rating and multi-engine experience.
• FAA Class II Medical certificate.
• Pass FAA/military background check and drug screening.
• Minimum 1,500 PIC hours in fixed-wing multi-engine turbo-prop/jet aircraft ≥12,500 GTOW.
• Able to meet DoD/Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex flight missions across diverse environments.
• Supervise and mentor junior pilots for professional development.
• Perform casualty evacuation, maritime patrol, and experimental test flights.
• Ensure mission readiness through planning, risk assessment, and coordination.
• Monitor compliance with safety protocols and aviation regulations.
• Serve as primary contact for mission-critical communication.
• Analyze flight data and outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Facilitate training programs and drills for preparedness.
• Liaise with engineering teams to address technical issues.
• Participate in strategic planning and operational decisions.

Skills

Flight hours 3000

CPL Instrument

Multi-engine rating

FAA Class II Medical

PIC 1500+ hours

OCONUS readiness

Security clearance

Leadership

Aviation systems

US Passport

Pre-deployment medical

Job description

Are you looking to use your pilot experience to support and protect heroes? Join us! As a Sr Pilot, you will lead complex missions and provide strategic direction in operational planning and execution. You will oversee junior pilots, ensure adherence to safety and regulatory standards, and perform advanced piloting duties in various scenarios including experimental test flights and special mission training. Your role involves significant leadership responsibilities and direct contribution to the success of high-stakes missions.

The ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance), Aviation, and Security (IAS) business area is a leader in ISR and aviation, it is a leading prime manned and unmanned aircraft systems integrator for innovative, high-performance ISR and aviation systems. Its end-to-end Command, Control, Computers, Communications and Intelligence, Surveillance & Reconnaissance (C4ISR) capabilities encompass design, integration, test, certification, ground/flight training and complete logistics support. IAS tailors solutions to customer cost, performance, and schedule requirements and designs to consistently exceed expectations - with an unrivaled record of on time and on (or under) budget deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute complex flight missions across diverse operational environments.
• Supervise and mentor junior pilots, ensuring their continuous professional development.
• Perform missions including, but not limited to, casualty evacuation, maritime patrol, and experimental test flights.
• Ensure mission readiness through detailed planning, risk assessment, and coordination.
• Monitor and enforce compliance with safety protocols and aviation regulations.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for mission-critical communication and coordination.
• Review and analyze flight data and mission outcomes for continuous improvement.
• Facilitate training programs and drills to maintain a high state of preparedness.
• Liaise with engineering teams to address and resolve technical issues.
• Participate in strategic planning and operational decision-making processes.

Qualifications You Must Have

• Minimum of 3,000 hours of total flight time.
• Commercial Pilot License (CPL) with instrument and multi-engine rating without limitations.
• FAA issued Class II Medical Certificate.
• Able to pass a FAA/Military Pilot Background Check and mandatory drug and alcohol screen.
• A minimum of 1500 hours total fixed-wing as pilot-in-command (PIC) time in a multi-engine turbo prop aircraft, jet aircraft or combination thereof in aircraft with GTOW 12,500 or greater.
• Able to meet current DoD and Combatant Command requirements for deployed locations.
• Willing to deploy OCONUS on an approximate 60/30 rotation.
• Strong leadership and mentorship capabilities.
• Extensive knowledge of advanced aviation systems and regulations.
• A Current/Valid US Passport with the ability to obtain a visa for international travel.
• Ability to successfully pass pre-deployment medical assessment.
• Be willing and able to work extended hours, holidays, and shift schedules as required.
• Ability to deploy for an extended amount of time to various OCONUS operating locations.
• An active Secret U.S. Security Clearance is required day 1 of employment

NOTE: A United States Government Security Clearance is required for employment. Applicants who do not currently have a USG security clearance are welcome to apply and, if selected, will be processed for a USG security clearance by SNC prior to employment. Employment will begin once the USG security clearance is granted. If applicant is unable to obtain USG security clearance, the offer of employment will be withdrawn.

NOTE: PIC for this purpose is defined as Captain/Aircraft Commander of record, not simply the sole manipulator of the controls. SNC considers only pilot time in fixed wing aircraft toward minimum qualifications. This does not include simulator, helicopter, flight engineer, bombardier, navigator, RIO, EWO, WSO, NFO, or Special Crew.

NOTE: Please list hours per airframe on submitted resume. Candidates with only rotary wing or single engine hours will not be considered for this role.

Qualifications We Prefer

• Military flight training background.
• Previous ISR experience
• Previous Dash 8 experience
• Previous OCONUS experience
• Experience in leadership roles within combat or operational missions.
• Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification.
• Advanced degrees in aviation or aerospace disciplines.
• Experience with experimental and advanced aircraft systems.
• Bachelor's degree in a related field of study.
• Recent mission completion and/or prior service.
• US Military survival and/or physiological training.

This posting will be open for application for a minimum of 5 days and may be extended based on business needs.

SNC offers annual incentive pay based upon performance that is commensurate with the level of the position.

SNC offers a generous benefit package, including medical, dental, an