Captain - Dash 8PAL Aerospace
Aircraft: DHC-8Location: Newfoundland and Nova ScotiaNon-type ratedDirect Entry
Total Time4,000 hrs
PIC Time1,500 hrs
About This Role
PAL Aerospace, a leader in international aerospace and defence, is seeking experienced Captains to operate DHC-8 special-mission aircraft for their Force Multiplier (FM) division based in Newfoundland and Nova Scotia, Canada. FM provides on-demand intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) services to military, government, and civilian clients, with crews maintaining continual readiness to operate globally. Candidates must have 4000 total flight hours including 1500 PIC hours on the Dash 8, plus 1000 hours of Maritime Patrol Aircraft or Special Missions experience. The role offers excellent work-life balance with competitive compensation, comprehensive health benefits, pension plans, and rotational scheduling that allows travel to aircraft base operations without permanent relocation.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Operate DHC-8 special-mission aircraft on long and medium-range surveillance operations
- Maintain continual readiness to operate in Canada and around the world
- Conduct missions of 8-9 hours in DHC-8 platforms
- Work independently and as part of motivated crew delivering mission outputs
- Work during early mornings, late evenings, weekends, and holidays during On Duty periods
- Travel with aircraft on rotational basis for extended rotations domestically and internationally
What We Offer
Excellent work-life balanceCompetitive base salaryPersonal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with multiple airlinesIndustry discountsComprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insuranceDefined Contribution Pension PlanEmployee Stock Purchase PlanEmployee Tuition Assistance ProgramEmployee and Family Assistance ProgramsRotational scheduling without requirement for permanent relocation
Requirements
- 4000 hours total flight time
- 500 hours minimum on DHC-8
- 1500 hours PIC on Dash 8 or similar aircraft
- 1000 hours Maritime Patrol Aircraft (MPA) or Special Missions experience
- Valid ATPL license
- Ability to obtain required security clearances
- Ability to travel frequently, including international travel
- Ability to participate in rotations as required
- Pass medical testing requirements
- Able to swim and complete Underwater Egress Training
- Valid Class 1 Medical Certificate (implied)
- Military experience considered an asset
About PAL Aerospace
PAL Aerospace is a leader in international aerospace and defence design, development, and operation of airborne surveillance aircraft, heavy maintenance checks, and software applications. The company operates Force Multiplier (FM), an on-demand intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) division providing special-mission operations.