Airborne Maritime Surveillance Captain (King Air & DHC-8)

🧭 The mission

From a base in Atlantic Canada, you’ll captain multi-engine aircraft on low-level maritime surveillance profiles that safeguard coastlines and communities. Our teams support domestic affairs agencies, coast guards, fisheries protection, search and rescue, and public safety organizations, contributing to critical operations across a network that spans 60+ countries.

🧰 What you’ll do

• Operate King Air and DHC-8 aircraft as Captain on airborne maritime surveillance missions.
• Execute low-level flight operations to mission standards and company SOPs.
• Support coast guards, fisheries protection, domestic affairs agencies, and public safety missions.
• Participate in search and rescue operations as required.
• Lead flight planning, risk assessment, and crew coordination to ensure safe, effective mission outcomes.

🧰 What you bring

• Valid ATPL.
• Minimum 3,500 total flight hours.
• Minimum 1,000 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC).
• Minimum 500 hours multi-engine time on aircraft type or similar.
• Minimum 500 hours low-level flight time.
• Eligible to work in Canada.
• Calm, decisive leadership and a strong safety mindset in dynamic, mission-focused operations.

🌟 Rewards & benefits

• Competitive pay.
• Comprehensive health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
• Pension plan with employer matching.
• Employee stock purchase plan.
• Personal travel privileges with PAL and interline agreements.
• Employee and family assistance program.
• Industry discounts on hotels and rental cars.

📨 Ready to fly this mission?

If you meet the requirements and are ready to lead high-impact maritime surveillance operations, we want to hear from you. Apply now to join PAL Aerospace’s Airborne Maritime Surveillance team and help protect lives, resources, and coastlines.