About Bridger Aerospace

Bridger Aerospace is an aerial firefighting company based in Belgrade, Montana, located at the Bozeman Yellowstone Airport (KBZN). It was founded in 2014 to support front-line firefighters with world-leading technology and aerial fire suppression systems. We have grown from operating a single plane to commanding a significant Air Attack and the largest Super Scooper fleet in the U.S. in less than eight years. Bridger is a leader in fighting wildfires, specializing in Air Attack, Fire Suppression, and Aerial Fire-Mapping technologies. Our focus is to provide the most effective and modern capabilities to fight fires from the air. Meeting the needs of the growing threat of economic and environmental damage caused by wildfires and supporting ground-based firefighters is our priority.  

About the Role

Bridger Aerospace is seeking a Pilot-in-Command on for our Pilatus PC-12 fleet operating under Visual and Instrument Flight Rules. You will be required to fly specific assigned flight altitudes within the Fire Traffic Area to assist your government officer with providing aircraft separation over the incident. This role requires you to be away from home on a 12 on/12 off schedule for a 4-month period (June 1 – October 1). Compulsory spring training typically occurs in early March and lasts approximately 2 weeks. The position reports directly to the specific platform Lead Pilots, the Chief Pilot, and the Director of Operations. Ideal candidates respond well when faced with a quickly changing environment and rely on their excellent judgement to complete the mission safely while following all Federal Aviation Regulations, company procedures and Standard Operating Procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

Safely operate aircraft in accordance with the FAR Part 91/135, Standard Operating Procedures and Aircraft Flight Manuals
Ensure compliance as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures, GOM, and OpSpecs
Be able to pass a Part 135 check ride; Complete a government carding check ride
Adhere to company performance expectations: Safety, Focus on Quality, Leadership, Interpersonal relationships, Professional Development, and Focus on Quality
Assess the operational environment to ensure that the required mission objectives are met in a safe and efficient manner
Apply good airmanship, sound pilot decision making skills and Crew Resource Management to ensure that a safe and efficient environment is maintained for both crew and aircraft
Work closely with the Operations Center and regional fire dispatch to maintain a regular flow of information regarding flight requirements, schedules and duty time limitations
Ensure all time-sensitive federal regulatory, administrative, financial reimbursement, company travel, and operational documentation is completed accurately without delay using various company programs and approved EFB (company-provided iPad, laptop, and various communication devices)
Maintain knowledge and currency of aircraft operating systems, avionics, weather and regulations
Assist maintenance with engine runs and aircraft repositions as needed
Perform ground operations: Fueling, Towing, Operational checks, and aircraft cleaning pre- and post-season, and during operational shifts.

What We Are Looking For:

1500 Total Time
1200 hours in airplanes
500 Cross-Country
200 Category and Class
200 PIC mountainous terrain
100 PIC airplane within 365 days
100 PIC in Turboprop
100 Night
75 IFR total
50 IFR in-flight
50 PIC make and model (not required for hire, but preferred)
25 hours PC-12
High level of expertise with PIC decision making skills
Recent experience and proficiency with IFR flying skills
FAA ATP or Commercial License: airplane single land and instrument rating
First or Second-Class medical certification
Valid Passport
Must be able to provide PRIA access
Wildland fire background as pilot or ground crew
Alaska and/or backcountry experience
Formal aircraft risk-based education (Flight Safety, Human Factors course e.g.)

Benefits and Perks:  

Competitive salary and growth opportunities 
Company performance-based bonus plan 
Equity stock-based compensation package 
Employer-funded comprehensive health, vision, and dental insurance for employees and dependents 
401k with company match 
Employer-funded life and disability insurance coverage 
Heath Savings Account (HSA), Flexible Spending Account (FSA), and Dependent Care FSA options

This position is subject to pre-employment background check and drug screen. Additionally, this position requires attainment of an AOA Badge issued by Bozeman-Yellowstone Int’l Airport. 

Bridger Aerospace Group Holdings and its family of companies does not discriminate or permit discrimination by any member of its community against any individual on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, genetic information or any other classification protected by federal or state law in matters of employment, promotion, services or activities it operates. 