Spray Captain

About the position

At Dynamic Aviation, we solve unique challenges for our customers with innovative aviation solutions. Our focus is on operations that serve, protect, and enhance the lives of families and communities worldwide. Whether modifying aircraft to help protect our service members overseas, performing geographical mapping for scientific research, or working to suppress large wildfires on the West Coast, we serve with integrity and excellence. The Captain role exists to operate as Pilot in Command for Dynamic Aviation's spray operations (spray season primarily April through November) and/or other departments outside of the spray season.

Responsibilities

• Perform all duties and responsibilities of Pilot in Command (PIC)
• Become familiar with the mission requirements and, in conjunction with the customer, plan the application for the mission, using AG-NAV Flight Guidance, AIMMS and other mission specific equipment
• Communicate effectively and routinely with customer about crew rotation plans, crew rest, maintenance requirements, and weather outlook considerations
• Work proactively with the operations manager and supporting flight operations departments to plan efficient operations
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and on the job training to First Officers
• Provide safe, precise flying for customer operations
• Obtain and maintain appropriate state licensing for Aerial Application operational needs
• Assist with maintaining the aircraft and mission specific equipment in accordance with FAA and company standards
• Available to perform flight duties for other company segments as needed
• Possess current NVG qualification and maintain currency in accordance with FAR 61.57
• Demonstrate proficiency in NVG operations, including takeoffs, landings, and transitions between aided and unaided flight
• Conduct and log a minimum of three NVG operations within the preceding 2 calendar months to maintain PIC currency
• Complete annual NVG proficiency checks and refresher training

Requirements

• Possess at least an FAA Commercial Multi-engine Certificate with Instrument Rating
• Possess at least a 2nd class medical
• Possess a minimum of 1200 hours total time, with 100 hours in type (King Air)
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills
• Experience with Microsoft products, AG-NAV and/or other GPS guidance for aerial applications
• Relocation is required to the Sarasota, Florida or Bridgewater, VA
• Availability is required 5 days/week during the April through November spray season
• 5 Nights a week are required as well

Nice-to-haves

• ULV mosquito and other low level aerial agricultural operations experience preferred
• Create and maintain flight region maps using GIS tools to support spray operations
• Process and analyze post-flight data to generate reports and update spray application reports
• Utilize GIS for pre-flight planning, including identification of hazards
• Proficiency in basic GIS software applications, particularly for spray purposes

Benefits

• Estimated yearly earnings ~ $60,000 - $90,000 (during spray season, a daily rate is guaranteed)
• Full-time position
• Company paid training with no backlog
• Comprehensive Benefits offered
• Medical, Dental, Vision
• HSA/FSA
• Life Insurance, Long-Term and Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• Company Wellness Program