About the role
Summary
The Captain will perform duties as Pilot-In Command and is responsible for safe and legal aircraft operation in accordance with FAA regulations and the DST Flight Operations Manual (FOM). Duties include, but are not limited to, flight planning, ATC coordination of special activities, and post-flight tasks. The Captain will communicate with customers to ensure a clear understanding of both flight and schedule objectives, with safety being the first priority. The Captain will utilize effective Crew Resource Management techniques and procedures when operating in both single and two-pilot environments to include briefing all flight participants on safety and egress procedures prior to flight. The Captain will report any mechanical issues or concerns to an appropriate Maintenance Department member and the Chief Pilot. The Captain completes all necessary aircraft administration documents for aircraft time tracking and manifest.
Essential Functions
1. Pre-flight planning and inspections. 2. Conduct safe flight operations. 3. Navigating and flying aircraft. 4. In-flight monitoring. 5. Communicating with air traffic control. 6. Post-flight inspection. 7. Prompt and regular attendance.
Position Type and Expected Hours of Work
This is a full-time position, including some unusual hours. The length of a workday varies depending on customer requirements. Days of work are typically Monday through Friday. Working hours can vary depending on the position and role, with some workdays requiring longer hours, including work periods of 12-14 hours a day. Evening and weekend work will be required as job duties and the customer’s requirements demand. When on standby duty, the employee will be required to report to the DST Hagerstown facility within 1 hour. Shorter report times may be necessary.
Travel
Travel is required as requested by customers. Traveling includes overnight stays outside of the normal working location and may be for extended durations.
Required Education and Experience
1. High school diploma or equivalent. 2. Commercial AMEL, Aircraft Single-Engine Land with Commercial privileges, as well as Instrument Airplane rating. 3. Minimum TT of 1,000 hours for B350.
Preferred Education and Experience
1. Bachelor’s Degree. 2. Minimum TT of 3,000 hours for B350.
Other Hiring Requirements
1. Current Passport with unrestricted international travel privileges. 2. Current FAA First- or Second-Class Medical. 3. Valid Driver’s License. 4. U.S. Citizenship is required to obtain/maintain a United States Security Clearance. 5. Must pass a DOT/FAA regulated drug screening.
Benefits
1. Company-paid Health, Dental and Vision Insurance for employee. 2. Company-paid Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Basic Life and AD&D Insurance. 3. Supplemental Insurance: Aflac, Gap Insurance, and TriCare. 4. Supplemental Basic Life and AD&D Insurance. 5. 401(k). 6. Accruing Paid Time Off. 7. Floating Holiday Time.
Applications, cover letters and resumes must be submitted online via BambooHR.
DST LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. In addition to federal law requirements, DST complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.
DST expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status. Improper interference with the ability of DST’s employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline up to and including discharge.