
Sr. Jet Pilot - Global 6500 (Deploy Only)Sierra Nevada Corporation
Aircraft: GlobalLocation: Shalimar, FL, United States of AmericaNon-type rated
Total Time3,000 hrs
PIC Time2,000 hrs
Jet Time2,000 hrs
Multi-Engine2,000 hrs
About This Role
Senior Jet Pilot flying the Bombardier Global 6500 on deploy-only special missions for Sierra Nevada Corporation's Mission Solutions and Technologies (MST) business area, supporting Department of Defense and related customers. The role is an operational line/demonstration pilot with program leadership, overseeing junior pilots and enforcing FAA/ICAO and customer FGOP compliance, with OCONUS deployment on an approximate 60/60 rotation.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Lead and execute complex flight missions across diverse operational environments.
- Supervise and mentor junior pilots, ensuring their continuous professional development.
- 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.
- Ensure full compliance with FAA regulation, ICAO standards, and applicable customer/contract Flight and Ground Operating Procedures (FGOPs).
Requirements
- Qualifications You Must Have: 6+ years of experience.
- Minimum of 3,000 hours of total flight time Includes 2,000 multi-engine turbine hours for such aircraft At least 2,000 hours as PIC including 1,500 hours as PIC in type or similar aircraft FAA 2nd Class Medical Commercial Pilot License (CPL) with instrument and multi-engine ratings, and/or Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certification.
- 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.