Location: Entebbe, Uganda
Job ID: 17690
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At [Company], the Gospel is the center of all we do! We start each day with a time of devotions and prayer for each other, our staff, and volunteers who serve around the world. As a faith-driven organization, our Statement of Faith shapes every aspect of our global work.
Please take time to review the following link as you consider working with us: https://www.samaritanspurse.org/our-ministry/statement-of-faith/
We are seeking a Ministry Pilot to join our Mission Aviation Services team in Entebbe, Uganda. Through humanitarian work, the goal and purpose of [Company] are to help people in Jesus' name and share the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
In the role of Ministry Pilot, you will have the opportunity to:
Maintain a personal, active relationship with Jesus Christ and is a consistent witness for Jesus Christ.
Operate Cessna C208B Caravan and DC-3 aircraft throughout Eastern Africa, supporting ministry operations.
Conduct safe and efficient flight operations in support of ministry activities, including flight planning, weather and route analysis, aircraft weight and balance calculations, and the safe loading and transportation of passengers, baggage, and cargo.
Perform thorough pre-flight, post-flight, and routine aircraft inspections to identify discrepancies and ensure aircraft safety, airworthiness, operational readiness, and compliance with applicable aviation regulations and ministry procedures.
Maintain the aircraft in a clean, orderly, and mission-ready condition, including cabin and restroom sanitation, and ensure required charts, navigation databases, software, and other flight-related resources remain current and organized.
Support aircraft and facility operations by assisting with hangar, property, and aircraft maintenance activities within the scope of pilot responsibilities, coordinating with maintenance personnel and the FAA as assigned.
Other duties as assigned
Serve with Excellence
As a qualified candidate, you will have the following skills and experience:
Bachelor's degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university; or two (2) to four (4) years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Minimum 2,500 total flight hours, including at least 500 hours in turboprop and/or turbojet aircraft.
FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate with Airplane Single-Engine Land, Airplane Multi-Engine Land, and Instrument ratings required.
Current FAA First Class Medical Certificate required.
FAA Airframe & Powerplant (A&P) Certificate preferred.
12 credit hours of college-level Biblical Studies (required); if not already completed, an opportunity to meet and complete the requirement is available upon hire.
Walk in Bold Faith
[Company] is proud to offer a competitive benefits package, including:
International medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance
Paid Family Medical Leave
Retirement savings plan
Paid holidays
12 vacation/personal days
10 sick days
When at IHQ, on-site Medical Clinic (staff and dependents)
Type: Full-Time
Department: Mission Aviation Services
Location: Entebbe, Uganda
Language Requirement: Fluency in English (required)
Travel: Approximately 35% of the time, up to 30 days at a time, when a humanitarian crisis arises; required travel documents and vaccinations for entry into foreign countries are necessary.
Accompaniment: Family Accompaniment