Pilatus PC-12-47E 14 CFR 135 Second in Command Burbank, California

Job Summary

Primary function will be to serve as second in command under an FAA approved SecondinCommand Professional Development Program in both 14 CFR 91 and 14 CFR 135 flights as assigned, primarily within the western United States.  This position includes both weekend and holiday work.  Must reside within or near Burbank, California. 

• Serve as second in command under the Professional Development Program 
• Maintain a high level of customer service by responding quickly to customer requests 
• Inspect aircraft for defects and malfunctions per pre-flight checklists 
• Assist the pilot in command with preflight preparations, load planning, fuel planning, and weight and balance calculations.  
• Monitor engine operation, fuel consumption, and functioning of aircraft systems during flights  
• Monitor gauges, warning devices, and control panels to verify aircraft performance and regulate engine speed  
• Start engines, operate controls, and pilot airplanes to transport passengers, mail, or freight, adhering to flight plans, regulations, and procedures  
• Conduct post maintenance check flights 
• Record in logbooks information such as flight times, distances flown, and fuel consumption  
• Variable schedule requires some weekend and holiday work 
• Additional duties and responsibilities as assigned 

• Commercial pilot (ASEL) with instrument rating 
• Second-Class Medical Certificate 
• US Passport  
• PC-12 experience preferred 
• Prior 14 CFR 135 experience preferred 
• Must be available for weekend and holiday work as assigned 
• Must reside within or near Burbank, California 
• Ability to consistently project professionalism in manner and appearance 
• Must possess polished interpersonal and communication skills 

• Pass pre-employment drug screen and background check
• Ability to obtain Airport Issued security badge
• Valid Driver’s license

• Work is primarily performed outside of an office environment, with moderate noise level, in varying weather and times, as the duties are performed per customer needs, providing twenty-four (24) hour coverage seven (7) days a week. FAA flight duty and rest requirements remain controlling for all flight duty operations.  

• Medical, dental, vision
• Short term & Long term Disability - paid 100% by Company
• Life & Accidental Death and Dismemberment - paid 100% by Company
• Paid vacation, holidays, sick leave, jury duty, bereavement
• Health Savings Account or Health Reimbursement Account (employer contributions tied to participation in wellness program)
• 401K & Roth 401k with employer match
• Flexible Spending programs

Western Aircraft Inc. has a Drug Free Workplace Policy which includes applicants passing pre-employment testing in accordance with 14 CFR 120. Applicants testing positive for the presence of prohibited drugs are ineligible for employment. DOT applicants who become employees of Western Aircraft Inc. will also be subject to random, reasonable cause, reasonable suspicion, and post-accident testing.

Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.