Ridgeland, MS
Remote
Full-Time
Job description
THE ROLE:
G-V pilots will be responsible for supporting mission planning, aircrew mobilization, weather decisions, airspace coordination and safe operation of the company’s modified Gulfstream V aircraft. Must be able to operate independently in austere environments worldwide. Interfaces with domestic and foreign government representatives in support of the contract. This position requires a security clearance or requires eligibility for clearance by recognized authorities.
THE MISSION:
• Pilots’ aircraft as Pilot in Command and Second in Command in support of CONUS and OCONUS airborne data acquisition flight activities
• Travel and rotational deployment to CONUS and possible austere OCONUS duty locations is required
• Must be able to secure a secret level security clearance and complete pre-deployment training in accordance with governmental standards through either a USACE Deployment Center or a CONUS Replacement Center
• Pilots’ aircraft as Pilot in Command and Second in Command in support of CONUS and OCONUS airborne data acquisition flight activities
• Perform precise aerial survey flight operations driven by diverse sensor requirements
• Performs functional check flights
• Complies with Federal Aviation Regulations, Army 95-20 regulations and company flight operation and standard operating procedures
• Conducts pre-flight and post-flight briefings to Tenax and customer personnel
• Represents Tenax by supporting our customer and presenting a professional pilot image to customers and the general public
• Provides daily communication while on assignment with the Chief Pilot and Flight Operations Manager
• Other flight assignments and duties as assigned
DIRECT REPORTS:
This position has no direct reports.
THE WORK ENVIRONMENT:
This job operates in field locations. This role routinely uses standard office equipment. Travel and rotational deployment to CONUS and possibly austere OCONUS duty locations are required.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
• High School Diploma
• Active Top-Secret SCI security clearance required
• Current FAA Multi-Engine Commercial pilot license with Instrument Rating
• FAA Class II Medical Certificate
• Flight time experience: total time of 3,000 hours of which 1,500 must be multi-engine turbine time. Additionally, 500 hours of the 1,500 hours must be multi-engine turbojet time.
• Must have 1,000 hours PIC of which 300 must be in a similar type aircraft.
• Restricted Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit
• Possess a valid driver’s license and an international driver’s permit
• Capable of lifting at least 50 pounds
• Ability to work extra hours when necessary
• Possess a current US Passport
• Able to secure necessary VISA(s)
• Must maintain all needed pilot medical certificates, type ratings and recurrent training requirements
• Must meet the minimum pilot qualifications required by contract
• Must be able to complete pre-deployment training, DOT drug testing, and a medical examination in accordance with program standards through a CONUS Replacement Center
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• ATP Certificate
• Gulfstream V type rating and/or current proficiency in multiengine turbojet large cabin aircraft
• International PIC flight experience
• Prior US Government operational flight experience
• Experience flying ISR, aerial mapping, or airborne data collection mission profiles
• Prior overseas military or government rotation experience
• Familiarity with DCMA Instruction 8210-1C or Army Regulation 95-20
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
Ridgeland, MS
Remote
Full Time
About Tenax Aerospace, LLC
Established in 2001, Tenax Aerospace, LLC (Tenax) is a privately-owned small business (by number of employees) located in Ridgeland, Mississippi, with a focus on delivering excellence in the field of special mission aviation.
With a legacy spanning over two decades, Tenax remains a distinguished provider of specialized mission aviation programs to both the U.S. Government and esteemed private sector customers. These programs encompass a wide range of mission types, including multi-mission aviation platforms, aerial firefighting support, sensor integrations, airborne data acquisition, and ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance).