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Dynamic Aviation · United States · Posted Sep 6, 2026

Captain - Dash-8 (NTR)

NTRCPL · FAA1,200 h totalTraining provided

Job description

Position Summary: The ISR Captain for Dash8 role exists to provide pilot services for tactical ISR aircraft in austere locations. Key Responsibilities: - Pilot the Dash-8 in company operations related to functional check flights, OCONUS or CONUS ISR flight activities and other flight responsibilities as assigned - Perform precise aerial survey flying in all types of weather and terrain driven by diverse sensor requirements - Know and comply with Federal Aviation Regulations, applicable Air Force Service Guidance, and company standards - Represent Dynamic Aviation by presenting a confident, professional pilot image to customers and the general public - Provide daily communications while on assignment with customers - Perform Mission Briefing Officer duties as assigned - Cover office duties on non-flying days to support mission aircraft operations - Operate ELINT, E/O IR, and/or other airborne sensors and communications equipment (training will be provided) - Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications: - High school diploma - Air Transport Pilot or Current FAA Commercial Pilot License with Instrument and Multi Engine ratings - High Performance and High Altitude Endorsements - First or Second Class FAA Medical and Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Permit - Minimum of 1,200 hours total time - Minimum of 1,000 hours PIC, 300 hours PIC in multiengine turbo-prop aircraft - DOD Secret security clearance (TS/SCI security clearance preferred) Preferred Qualifications: - Some college education - Dash 8 type rating - DOD TS/SCI security clearance - 3,000 hours PIC total time, 1,000 hours total turbine time, and 200 PIC Dash 8 hours - 1+ years of previous deployed experience - Proficiency with MS Office Suite - Working knowledge of computer operating systems and other relevant field technology - Previous sensor operating experience Additional Requirements: - Ability to travel away from home location for approximately 65 days on a rotational basis based on customer needs (longer if needed); no relocation is needed - US Passport - Ability to work as a team member - Ability to work in close proximity to other people, and in enclosed hangars and exterior weather - Ability to lift, balance, and carry up to 50 lbs; ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time

Additional requirements

  • Highschool diploma
  • High Performance and High Altitude Endorsements
  • Restricted Radiotelephone Operators Permit
  • DOD Secret security clearance
  • US Passport
  • Ability to travel away from home location for approximately 65 days on a rotational basis based on customer needs (longer if needed); no relocation is needed
  • Ability to work in close proximity to other people, and in enclosed hangars and exterior weather
  • Ability to lift, balance, and carry up to 50 lbs; ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time

Compensation and Benefits

Commuting contractTraining provided

Base Location

United States

Shenandoah Valley Regional Airport (SHD / KSHD)