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King Air 200 Contract Captain / Training Captain – Global Survey Operations

King Air 200 Contract Captain / Training Captain – Global Survey Operations

  • Company: Sander Geophysics (SGL)
  • Department: Flight Operations
  • Reports to: Flight Operations Manager / Chief Pilot
  • Aircraft: Beechcraft King Air 200 / B200 (BE20)
  • Employment type: Contract
  • Operations: Low-level geophysical survey, worldwide deployment

Join a mission-driven team flying precision geophysical survey missions around the world. As Captain, you’ll command a King Air 200, safeguard your crew and aircraft, and help deliver high-quality scientific data in diverse environments.

✈️ The Mission

Lead safe, efficient survey operations while collaborating closely with onboard technical crews. You will balance airmanship, leadership, and situational awareness with the unique demands of low-level geophysical data acquisition and international operations.

🧭 What You’ll Do

  • Exercise full command authority and ensure the safety of the aircraft and all persons on board during every phase of flight.
  • Plan and brief survey routes, fuel, weather, NOTAMs, and alternates; verify aerodromes designated for normal and emergency use.
  • Conduct thorough preflight inspections and complete accurate postflight reports.
  • Assist with monitoring onboard geophysical and survey navigation equipment; confirm proper operation prior to launch.
  • Ensure required emergency, survival, and safety equipment is installed, serviceable, and appropriate for the mission profile.
  • Liaise with foreign aviation authorities and support international clearances and permits.
  • Uphold company SOPs, regulatory compliance, and exemplary crew resource management.
  • Training Captain scope: Support training, mentoring, and standardization of flight crew as required.

🧰 What You’ll Bring

  • Licence: CPL with Group 1 Instrument Rating
  • Medical: Category 1
  • Type/Proficiency: Current BE20 PPC (King Air 200/B200) and King Air 200 PIC experience (recent on type strongly preferred)
  • Travel readiness: Valid passport (or ability to obtain), able to travel unrestricted to the USA and Europe, and deploy to SGL survey sites worldwide
  • Clearances: Able to obtain and maintain a Restricted Area Identity Card (RAIC)
  • Language: Minimum ICAO English Level 4; additional languages an asset
  • Other: Valid driver’s licence; strong leadership, communication, and CRM skills

📏 Minimum Flight Experience

  • Total time: 2,000+ hours
  • PIC (multi-engine turbine): 250+ hours
  • Multi-engine time: 250+ hours

Previous low-level survey flying and international experience are strong assets.

🌟 Why This Role

  • Command a proven airframe in specialized, purpose-driven missions
  • Operate across diverse terrain and airspace with a seasoned, tight-knit crew
  • Contribute to training and operational standardization as a subject-matter expert
  • Be part of a team that delivers high-impact geoscience data worldwide

📨 Ready to Apply?

Bring your King Air expertise and leadership to SGL’s global survey operations. Submit your CV and credentials highlighting your BE20 PPC, recent King Air PIC time, and relevant survey/international experience.

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