Special Missions Captain (Direct Entry) – Airborne Maritime Surveillance

🧭 Your mission

• Serve as Pilot‑in‑Command on multi‑engine, sensor‑equipped aircraft for maritime patrol, fisheries protection, SAR support, and public safety surveillance.
• Plan and execute low‑level coastal and over‑water operations while maintaining the highest standards of airmanship, situational awareness, and crew coordination.
• Lead a multi‑crew environment, coordinating with mission system operators, ATC, and agency partners to deliver precise, actionable outcomes.
• Apply robust risk management: performance, fuel, weather, terrain/obstacle, and mission constraints; adhere to SOPs and safety management systems.
• Maintain regulatory compliance, flight records, and mission documentation; contribute to continuous improvement and standardization.
• Participate in recurrent training, simulations, and exercises to sustain readiness for short‑notice tasking as required.

🧾 Minimum requirements

• Total time: 3,500 hours
• PIC time: 1,000 hours
• Multi‑engine: 500 hours
• Flight time notes: 500 hours multi‑engine on aircraft type (or similar) and 500 hours low‑level flight time
• License required: ATPL
• Accepted licenses: TCCA
• Medical: Class 1
• English proficiency: ICAO ELP Level 4 or higher
• Type rating: Not required; full training provided (NTR)

🧰 Training and progression

• Comprehensive aircraft and mission systems conversion, including over‑water and low‑level procedures.
• Line indoctrination with training captains and dedicated CRM for multi‑crew, sensor‑led operations.
• Ongoing recency, simulator events, and standardization checks to keep you current and confident.

🌟 What you’ll enjoy

• Purpose‑driven flying with real‑world impact for public safety and environmental protection.
• Modern special‑mission platforms with advanced sensors and mission management systems.
• A safety‑first culture, strong crew cohesion, and professional development from day one.
• Permanent employment with variety in mission profiles and opportunities to grow.

📨 Ready to apply?

Submit your CV, proof of license/medical, and a summary of flight time (including low‑level and multi‑engine experience). Shortlisted candidates will be contacted with next steps and scheduling for assessments and interviews.