First Officers - PAL Aerospace (Airborne Surveillance/Medevac)

Job summary

First Officers will operate various aircraft including DHC-8, Beech King Air, and Beech 1900 for airborne surveillance, medevac, and charter missions. They are expected to maintain high standards of aviation technology and expert crew skills across diverse operational environments.

Job details

Headquartered in Atlantic Canada with a global presence in over 60 countries and a dedication to innovation over 50 years, the PAL Aerospace team thrives at the forefront of aviation technology and expert crew skills. PAL Aerospace is creating a pool of qualified candidates for First Officers to join our team where no two days are the same! About PAL Aerospace * Divisions: Airborne Surveillance/Medevac/Charters * Bases: Campbell River, Halifax, St. John’s as well as international locations * Fleet: DHC-8-100/300, Beech King Air, Beech 1900, variety of managed turboprops and jets Great Benefits At PAL Aerospace, we know that compensation isn’t the only factor in choosing a company. That’s why we’re proud to offer comprehensive perks and benefits. * Competitive pay * Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance from Day One * Employer Matching Pension Plan * Employee Stock Purchase Plan * Per diems for days worked * Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements with multiple airlines * EFAP * Industry discounts (hotels, rental cars, etc.) * The chance to do unique flying and make an impact * Opportunities for career progression Qualifications: * Valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilot License * Valid Transport Canada Group 1 Instrument Rating * Valid Transport Canada Multi Engine rating * Valid Transport Canada Class 1 Medical * Minimum of 800 hours total time (Medevac) * Minimum of 1500 hours total time (AMSD) * Must have one of the following: valid ATPL; SAMRA and SARON; or IATRA written and passed in the past two years (for DHC-8 only) * Must be able to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC) * Must hold a current passport at time of hire * Must be able to travel without restrictions to the United States * Must have completed a high school diploma * Must meet Transport Canada English proficiency standard Applications will be accepted until December 31, 2026. Once you have applied, you CANNOT to make changes to your application - you may reapply when the new posting opens in January 2027. This posting will be used for current and future opportunities. PAL Aerospace is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment that celebrates and encourages diversity, equity, and inclusion whereby individuals are recognized, supported, and respected. Candidates of all backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Thank you. #PALAerospace

What you’ll do

First Officers will operate various aircraft including DHC-8, Beech King Air, and Beech 1900 for airborne surveillance, medevac, and charter missions. They are expected to maintain high standards of aviation technology and expert crew skills across diverse operational environments.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a valid Transport Canada Commercial Pilot License, Group 1 Instrument Rating, Multi-Engine rating, and Class 1 Medical. Additionally, applicants must meet specific flight hour minimums and possess the ability to obtain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC).

Benefits

• Competitive pay • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Life insurance • Employer matching pension plan • Employee stock purchase plan • Per diems • Personal travel privileges • Interline agreements • EFAP • Industry discounts

Listed skills

• Organization · Preferred
• Attention to detail · Preferred
• Health · Preferred
• Fleet · Preferred
• Time · Preferred
• future · Preferred
• English · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Aviation
• Airborne surveillance
• Medevac
• DHC-8-100/300 operation
• Beech King Air operation
• Beech 1900 operation
• Turboprop aircraft operation
• Jet aircraft operation
• Instrument rating
• Multi-engine rating
• Flight operations
• Aviation safety
• FAA Multi-Engine Rating
• Workplace Inclusivity
• Talent Management
• Aviation Technology
• Airline Transport Pilot Licence
• Commercial Pilot License
• English Language
• FAA Instrument Rating
• Innovation

Job areas

• Transportation
• Security & Safety
• Surveillance Officer
• Surveillance Officer / Investigator
• Police Inspectors and Detectives
• Private Detectives and Investigators