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Mountain Air Cargo

Cessna 408 SkyCourier Captain – Floater (FedEx Feeder)

Cessna 408 SkyCourier Captain – Floater (FedEx Feeder)

  • Location: United States (Midwest & Eastern U.S.)
  • Operator: Mountain Air Cargo (MAC) — FedEx Feeder
  • Operations: Part 121 & Part 135 cargo
  • Fleet: ATR 42/72, Cessna 208 Caravan, Cessna 408 SkyCourier
  • Roster: 4-weeks-on / 1-week-off
  • Programs: CASS & KCM

✈️ The opportunity

Mountain Air Cargo (MAC) is a trusted FedEx Feeder operating throughout the Midwest and Eastern half of the United States. With a 50+ aircraft fleet and ~100 daily flights under Parts 121 and 135, MAC delivers dependable, on-time cargo operations. As a Cessna 408 SkyCourier Captain – Floater, you’ll be a go-to leader who supports routes across multiple bases, ensuring operational continuity wherever demand is highest.

🧭 What you’ll do

  • Operate the Cessna 408 SkyCourier safely and efficiently in a professional multi-crew cargo environment.
  • Cover multiple bases and routes as a system floater, adapting to changing schedules and locations.
  • Execute all phases of flight, including thorough preflight planning, performance calculations, and weight-and-balance.
  • Maintain strict compliance with company SOPs and FAA regulations under Parts 121/135.
  • Collaborate with dispatch, maintenance, and FedEx ramp personnel to keep operations running on time.
  • Uphold the highest standards of IFR proficiency, professionalism, and safety.

🧰 What you’ll bring

  • License: FAA ATP (Restricted accepted) with Multi-Engine Land (MEL).
  • Total time: 1,800 hours total; 500 PIC; 500 cross-country; 300 MEL.
  • Night & Instrument: 100 night; 100 instrument (75 in aircraft).
  • Turbine: 100 hours turbine time.
  • IFR: IFR proficiency and currency required.
  • Work authorization: Current passport; U.S. citizen or authorized to work in the U.S.
  • Note: Exceptions to minimums may be considered based on previous experience.

🌟 Benefits & rewards

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • 401(k)
  • Wellness reimbursements
  • Paid vacations and holidays
  • 4-weeks-on / 1-week-off PTO schedule
  • Uniform allowance
  • Profit sharing
  • Access to CASS & KCM

📅 Schedule & lifestyle

Enjoy a predictable rotation of 4-weeks-on / 1-week-off as part of a floater roster supporting bases across the Midwest and Eastern U.S. This role is ideal for Captains who value variety, teamwork, and the challenge of keeping a dynamic cargo operation on schedule.

📨 Ready to apply?

If you’re a safety-focused Captain who thrives in a fast-paced cargo environment, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now to join Mountain Air Cargo and help keep the FedEx network moving.