Aircraft Pilot IV or V - Aviation Division

Austin, TX, USA|Travel, Onsite

Job Overview

Employment Type

Full-time

Compensation

Type:

Salary

Rate:

Range $112,047.00 - $189,499.00

Work Schedule

Flexible

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Employee assistance program

Job Description

The Texas Department of Transportation (TxDOT) is a state government agency responsible for overseeing the development and maintenance of transportation infrastructure across Texas. TxDOT manages a diverse fleet of aircraft and advanced aviation operations that support statewide transportation and emergency initiatives. The department is committed to ensuring safe, efficient, and reliable transportation services. TxDOT offers dynamic and challenging aviation-related roles within its operations, focusing on piloting, flight planning, and aeronautical coordination to support state missions involving transport of passengers, cargo, and emergency response efforts. These roles are crucial for ensuring connectivity, safety, and operational excellence across Texas's vast geography.
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Job Requirements

High school graduate or equivalent
Military fixed-wing or corporate flight experience may substitute for required flight hours or years of experience
Seven years piloting experience for Pilot IV
Eight years piloting experience for Pilot V
At least 3,500 hours total flight time for Pilot IV
At least 4,000 hours total flight time for Pilot V
Minimum 1,000 multi-engine fixed wing hours for Pilot IV
Minimum 1,500 multi-engine fixed wing hours for Pilot V
Minimum 500 hours multi-engine turbine fan PIC for Pilot IV
Minimum 1,000 hours multi-engine turbine fan PIC for Pilot V
Valid driver’s license
FAA commercial pilot license SEL
FAA airline transport pilot license MEL
Certified flight instructor CFI
CE 680/680A type-200 hours PIC
Type rating in turbine multi-engine fixed wing turbo fan/prop aircraft
FCC radio operator’s license
First class medical certificate
Must pass pre-employment physical
Must pass drug test prior to employment and comply with random drug testing

Job Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent
Military fixed-wing or corporate flight experience may substitute for required flight hours or years of experience
Seven years of piloting experience for Pilot IV
Eight years of piloting experience for Pilot V
At least 3,500 hours total flight time for Pilot IV
At least 4,000 hours total flight time for Pilot V
Minimum 1,000 multi-engine fixed wing flight hours for Pilot IV
Minimum 1,500 multi-engine fixed wing flight hours for Pilot V
Minimum 500 hours multi-engine turbine fan as pilot in command (PIC) for Pilot IV
Minimum 1,000 hours multi-engine turbine fan as pilot in command (PIC) for Pilot V
Valid driver’s license
FAA-issued commercial pilot license for single-engine land (SEL)
FAA-issued airline transport pilot license for multi-engine land (MEL)
Certified flight instructor (CFI) certification
CE 680/680A type-200 hours as pilot in command
Type rating in a turbine multi-engine fixed wing turbo fan/prop aircraft
FCC radio operator’s license
First-class medical certificate issued under FAA Part 67 regulations
Experience coordinating and leading safety training and operational audits
Strong communication and leadership skills

Job Duties

Acts as pilot in command on high-profile and complex missions and flight operations
Oversees and supports aviation standard operating procedures (SOP) development and compliance
Provides guidance and support to less experienced pilots
Oversees the development and implementation of training programs and safety initiatives
Assists with emergency operations by airlifting equipment, supplies and/or people as required
Compiles and prepares necessary reports
Coordinates and schedules flight plans with applicable flight service staff and maintains flight records
Inspects condition of aircraft and maintains records pertaining to operation of aircraft
Maintains flight skills and stays updated on aviation developments, industry standards, and relevant laws, regulations, policies, and procedures
Operates radio equipment aboard airplane
Operates single- and multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft to transport passengers and designated goods
Reads applicable advisory notices, obtains weather data and interprets/applies data based on flight plan, adjusts schedules and routes as required
Responsible for and ensures safe operation of aircraft and safety of passengers, crew and support staff, administers first aid if required
May perform other duties such as flight operations, maintenance management, aviation safety, pilot training and drone operations
May serve as a lead worker by serving as a resource for complex questions, presenting workflow and operational updates to supervisor/manager, providing input on team members' career conversations, and approving leave requests to ensure operations coverage
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Advises on aviation program development
Serves as pilot training, safety, and operations officer and assists Chief Pilot/Section Director as directed
Leads safety and operational audits
Coordinates with law enforcement and emergency response

Job Qualifications

Experience

Expert Level (7+ years)

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