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Pilot jobs are open across commercial airlines, cargo carriers, charter operators, and regional commuters, from first officer and ATP-certificate entry points to captain and check airman, with specializations in airline transport, cargo, and corporate aviation. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Chief Pilot & Base Manager – Pilatus PC-12 Sponsored, HPN
Location : White Plains, NY
Employment Type : Full-Time, Permanent (W2)
About Our Client
Our client operates as a Part 135 commuter and on-demand charter carrier, flying premium private travel routes across North America and the Caribbean. The company has earned a strong industry reputation built on disciplined safety practices, a well-kept fleet, and a leadership culture that prioritizes its crews — making it a place pilots choose to build a long-term career rather than pass through.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $160,000–$180,000 per year, based on leadership experience
- Signing Bonus: To be confirmed with client prior to publishing
- Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case for qualified candidates
- Schedule: Monday–Friday base management, with line flying roughly once every two weeks on Northeast regional routes (Teterboro, NJ and nearby corridors)
- Benefits Package: To be confirmed with client prior to publishing
Job Summary
This role suits a seasoned Part 135 pilot ready to step into permanent base leadership. It's weighted heavily toward management — roughly 95% base operations, 5% flying — offering a predictable schedule while keeping the successful candidate active in the cockpit. Reporting to the senior Chief Pilot, this person will serve as the operational lead for the HPN base, managing a 95-pilot team and a 38-aircraft fleet, with particular focus on developing junior flight crew. Candidates without a current Pilatus PC-12 type rating will have training fully sponsored upon hire.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and manage day-to-day performance for a 95-person flight crew, handling performance issues directly and constructively
- Work alongside senior leadership and the Chief Pilot to keep daily operations running smoothly and communication flowing between crews and dispatch
- Run pilot evaluations, standardization checks at the base level, and recurrent training
- Ensure the base stays compliant with FAA Part 135 regulations and the company's General Operations Manual
- Help recruit, interview, and onboard incoming pilots
Minimum Requirements
- Background as an Assistant Chief Pilot, Base Lead, or Chief Pilot managing 10+ pilots
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on Part 135 operational experience
- FAA Commercial or ATP certificate with relevant ratings
- Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
- Solid interpersonal and conflict-resolution ability, with proven success mentoring junior crew
Ideal Qualifications
- CFI, CFII, or MEI credentials
- Experience serving as a Check Airman or Check Pilot
Elevate Your Career
Apply for this Chief Pilot opportunity and let Rio Staffing connect you with one of the most respected names in charter aviation. We move fast, communicate transparently, and advocate for you at every step — helping you land a leadership role built for the long haul. Our direct hire team focuses exclusively on placing aviation professionals into positions where they lead, mentor, and grow.
Apply today or visit www.riostaffing.com to find your next role.
Chief Pilot & Base Manager – Pilatus PC-12 Sponsored, HPN
Location : White Plains, NY
Employment Type : Full-Time, Permanent (W2)
About Our Client
Our client operates as a Part 135 commuter and on-demand charter carrier, flying premium private travel routes across North America and the Caribbean. The company has earned a strong industry reputation built on disciplined safety practices, a well-kept fleet, and a leadership culture that prioritizes its crews — making it a place pilots choose to build a long-term career rather than pass through.
Compensation & Benefits
- Base Salary: $160,000–$180,000 per year, based on leadership experience
- Signing Bonus: To be confirmed with client prior to publishing
- Relocation Assistance: Case-by-case for qualified candidates
- Schedule: Monday–Friday base management, with line flying roughly once every two weeks on Northeast regional routes (Teterboro, NJ and nearby corridors)
- Benefits Package: To be confirmed with client prior to publishing
Job Summary
This role suits a seasoned Part 135 pilot ready to step into permanent base leadership. It's weighted heavily toward management — roughly 95% base operations, 5% flying — offering a predictable schedule while keeping the successful candidate active in the cockpit. Reporting to the senior Chief Pilot, this person will serve as the operational lead for the HPN base, managing a 95-pilot team and a 38-aircraft fleet, with particular focus on developing junior flight crew. Candidates without a current Pilatus PC-12 type rating will have training fully sponsored upon hire.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, coach, and manage day-to-day performance for a 95-person flight crew, handling performance issues directly and constructively
- Work alongside senior leadership and the Chief Pilot to keep daily operations running smoothly and communication flowing between crews and dispatch
- Run pilot evaluations, standardization checks at the base level, and recurrent training
- Ensure the base stays compliant with FAA Part 135 regulations and the company's General Operations Manual
- Help recruit, interview, and onboard incoming pilots
Minimum Requirements
- Background as an Assistant Chief Pilot, Base Lead, or Chief Pilot managing 10+ pilots
- Minimum 3 years of hands-on Part 135 operational experience
- FAA Commercial or ATP certificate with relevant ratings
- Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate
- Solid interpersonal and conflict-resolution ability, with proven success mentoring junior crew
Ideal Qualifications
- CFI, CFII, or MEI credentials
- Experience serving as a Check Airman or Check Pilot
Elevate Your Career
Apply for this Chief Pilot opportunity and let Rio Staffing connect you with one of the most respected names in charter aviation. We move fast, communicate transparently, and advocate for you at every step — helping you land a leadership role built for the long haul. Our direct hire team focuses exclusively on placing aviation professionals into positions where they lead, mentor, and grow.
Apply today or visit www.riostaffing.com to find your next role.
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Who's Hiring
- Air Methods44
- Metro Aviation37
- Air Evac Lifeteam30
- PHI Air Medical25
- Med-Trans Corporation18
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services17
- Aerospace & Defense4
- Energy3
- Science & Research3
- Airlines2
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in pilot jobs.
- Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate or restricted ATP with required flight hours
- FAA First or Second Class medical certificate current and in good standing
- Minimum total flight time including PIC and instrument hours as specified
- Type rating in the aircraft operated or willingness to complete sponsored training
- Clean safety record with no accidents, incidents, or violations on PRIA check
- CRM training completion and current instrument currency within the past six months
Tips for Your Pilot Job Search
Tailor your logbook hours to each posting
Flight time requirements vary sharply between regional carriers, cargo operators, and corporate flight departments. Pull the exact minimums from each posting and list your total time, PIC time, and type-specific hours in a dedicated credentials block at the top of your resume.
Get your type rating on paper early
Many airline and cargo postings filter candidates before a human reviews anything. List every aircraft type, rating, and certificate on the first page of your resume so automated screening doesn't discard you before a recruiter sees your hours.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists pilot openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match your certificate level, aircraft type, and preferred operation, then apply directly to each listing without bouncing across multiple sites.
Prepare a concise CRM narrative for interviews
Airline and charter interviewers consistently probe crew resource management judgment. Prepare two or three brief, specific examples of times you identified a risk, communicated it clearly, and resolved it, and practice delivering each in under two minutes.
Request a simulator evaluation date in your follow-up
After a conditional offer, the sim check is the last filter before a class date. Following up within a week to confirm scheduling signals professionalism and keeps your file active, especially at regional carriers processing high applicant volume.
Match your cover letter to the operation type
A cargo carrier values dispatch reliability and freight-schedule adherence differently than a fractional operator values flexibility and client-service skills. One paragraph that mirrors the operator's language from the job posting goes further than a generic aviation summary.
Pilot Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most pilots?
The companies hiring the most pilots right now include Air Methods, Metro Aviation, and Air Evac Lifeteam, with the largest share of openings in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Regional carriers and cargo operators typically post the highest volume of first officer and captain openings at any given time.
How many pilot jobs are remote?
About 25% of pilot openings are fully remote or hybrid as of September 2026, which reflects the operational nature of most flight crew roles. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote or office-based arrangements are aviation safety management, flight operations coordination, and simulator instruction rather than line flying positions.
How do you become a pilot?
You start by earning a private pilot certificate through an FAA-approved flight school, then build hours toward a commercial certificate, which requires additional flight training and written and practical exams. Airline-track pilots continue to an ATP certificate, which requires meeting minimum total flight hours. Most airline candidates complete a degree, accumulate hours through regional carriers or flight instruction, and progress to major airline operations over several years.
How do you get hired as a pilot with little experience?
Regional carriers and cargo freight operators are the most accessible entry points for pilots at the minimum ATP or restricted-ATP hour threshold. Flight instruction and banner towing are the fastest ways to build hours while staying current. Applying to structured cadet or flow-through programs at regional affiliates of major airlines gives lower-hour pilots a structured path to a mainline seat without waiting years on a seniority list.
What does the pilot interview process look like?
Most airline and charter interviews follow a structured sequence: an initial HR or recruiter screen, a technical knowledge interview covering systems, regulations, and weather, a behavioral or CRM interview using the STAR format, and a simulator evaluation in the aircraft type you would fly. Cargo and corporate operators may combine the technical and behavioral rounds into a single session, then move directly to a sim check before extending a conditional offer.
Where can I find and apply to pilot jobs?
You can find and apply to pilot jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search by aircraft type, operation category, or location, then apply directly to each listing that matches your certificate level and experience. No separate signup is needed to apply.
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