Metro Aviation, Inc. is seeking a Fixed-Wing Pilot (IFR/PIC) (CE-550/F90) in Shreveport, Louisiana for our corporate fleet.   Click Here To Learn More About Our Louisiana Locations!  

Our mission is to provide the safest and highest quality traditional aircraft operations, completions, and maintenance so that we will:

• Allow our customers to safely and effectively accomplish their mission profile,
• Allow our employees to exercise their talents and maximize their potential, and
• Ensure the financial stability of the corporation.

Our goal is to find qualified candidates who value our mission and contribute to our overall safety culture.

We invest in the well-being of our employees. The following FREE benefits are offered to all full-time employees: Family Health and Prescription Insurance, Family Dental Insurance, Family Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short-term Disability, and an Employee Assistance Program.

Job Objective

The Corporate Fixed-Wing Pilot manages the company’s corporate fleet and assists the Director of Operations in other duties related to fixed-wing training policies, procedures, standards, and controls.

Essential Functions

•  Directly responsible for, and is the final authority as to the operation of the assigned aircraft at all times
• Perform duties in a professional and courteous manner to include interaction with customers, co-workers, Metro Aviation management, and the general public
• Maintains Pilot-In-Command qualification in both company aircraft (Citation CE-550 and King Air F90)
• Comply with all directives and guidance of the Metro Aviation, Inc. General Operations Manual, Operations Specifications, Policy & Procedures, Company Bulletins, Federal Aviation Regulations and any other guidance/directives/regulations as applicable
• Perform proper pre-flight inspection, servicing and confirm aircraft airworthiness
• Maintain the cleanliness of the assigned aircraft to include: (The exterior (washing) and interior)
• Maintains Pilot-In-Command qualification in both company aircraft (Citation CE-550 and King Air F90)
• Assist in pilot recruiting activities to include coordination and participation in the interview process
• Assist with aspects of fixed-wing training with contract vendors
• Assist with aspects of the TSA Twelve Five Standard Security Program

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities (KSA) 

• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Possess sound judgment and objectivity in decision-making
• Ability to create an environment that demonstrates teamwork and professionalism with diverse personalities and professional backgrounds 
• Ability to maintain cooperative and harmonious relationships with internal and external customers 
• Demonstrated leadership qualities and strong initiative
• Proficient in directing and guiding 

Education & Experience

Required Certificates

• FAA Commercial, Multi-Instrument Certificate
• FAA 2nd Class Medical 
• Current United States Passport

Minimum Required Experience

• Total flight time = 2,000 hours
• Multi-engine Turbine Airplane time = 1,000 hours

Preferred Experience

• Time in type = 100 hours
• Type rating(s) in similar aircraft

Physical Demands

• Prolonged periods of travel by land and air  
• Prolonged periods of standing, sitting, walking and working on a computer
• Ability to conduct activities requiring a moderate to a rigorous amount of static pushing, pulling, reaching, and lifting 
• Capable of lifting 40 pounds floor to bench height
• Ability to hear and respond to routine aircraft noises 

Work Environment

• Temperature controlled office
• Operations customers locations to include hospitals, airports, and other various settings
• Exposure to outdoor aircraft facilities with potential cold and hot temperatures, running aircraft, and refueling systems

Work Status, Schedule, & Travel

• Full-time

Metro Aviation, Inc. is committed to employees, customers, and the community to promote diversity and inclusion by developing policies, programs, and procedures that foster a work environment where differences are respected and employees are treated fairly.

Metro Aviation, Inc. prohibits discrimination or harassment of any kind and ensures Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) to all aspects of the relationship between Metro Aviation, Inc. and its employees, including recruitment, employment, promotion, transfer, training, working conditions, wages and salary administration, employee benefits, and application of policies.