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Commercial Single Engine Pilot Jobs in Arizona (NOW HIRING)

The Fixed Wing Pilot is responsible for safe and effective aircraft operations using established ... For Single Engine Aircraft: * Must hold a Commercial certificate with appropriate category and ...

Flight Instructor 4

Scottsdale, AZ

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Hold FAA Pilot Certificate * Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land * Instrument Airplane * Current Second-class Airman Medical Certificate or higher * IFR in congested airspace, mountain flying ...

Flight Instructor 4

Scottsdale, AZ ยท On-site

$113K - $169K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Hold FAA Pilot Certificate * Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land * Instrument Airplane * Current Second-class Airman Medical Certificate or higher * IFR in congested airspace, mountain flying ...

Flight Instructor 4

Scottsdale, AZ ยท On-site

$113K - $169K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Hold FAA Pilot Certificate * Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land * Instrument Airplane * Current Second-class Airman Medical Certificate or higher * IFR in congested airspace, mountain flying ...

Valid FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with Airplane Single Engine Land, Airplane Multi Engine Land, and Instrument Airplane ratings. * Valid FAA Certified ...

Valid FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate or Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with Airplane Single Engine Land, Airplane Multi Engine Land, and Instrument Airplane ratings. * Valid FAA Certified ...

Fixed Wing Pilot

Tucson, AZ ยท On-site

$106K - $117K/yr

Commercial Airplane Multi Engine Land (C-AMEL) Required. * Must be willing and able to obtain ATP within 5 years of employment. * The ideal candidate will have single pilot IFR experience. * Ability ...

This position will involve single pilot operations supporting the owners travel requirements as ... Commercial and Instrument (ATP Preferred) * Previous Turbojet Type Rating and/or Turboprop ...

This position will involve single pilot operations supporting the owners travel requirements as ... Commercial and Instrument (ATP Preferred) * Previous Turbojet Type Rating and/or Turboprop ...

This position will involve single pilot operations supporting the owners travel requirements as ... Commercial and Instrument (ATP Preferred) * Previous Turbojet Type Rating and/or Turboprop ...

Be at least 21 years of age Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE) on Airman Certificate Hold a current FAA First Class ...

Be at least 21 years of age Hold a Commercial Pilot Certificate with Multi-Engine and Instrument Ratings English Proficiency Endorsement (EPE) on Airman Certificate Hold a current FAA First Class ...

This position will involve single pilot operations supporting the owners travel requirements as ... Multi-Engine Airline Transport Pilot Certificate. * Current 1st Class Medical or ability to qualify ...

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How much do commercial single engine pilot jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for commercial single engine pilot in Arizona is $30.01, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.97 and $37.81 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a commercial single engine pilot do?

Commercial Single Engine Pilots are responsible for conducting pre-flight inspections, planning flight routes, and ensuring weather and safety compliance before each flight. Throughout the week, duties may include transporting passengers or cargo, performing aerial surveys, agricultural flying, or banner towing, depending on the employer. Pilots often manage their own documentation, communicate regularly with air traffic control, and complete post-flight checks and logs. While some flights may be routine, others require adapting quickly to changing conditions or special mission requirements. Collaboration with ground crews, maintenance staff, and clients is common, making teamwork and adaptability key parts of the job.

What is a commercial single engine pilot?

A Commercial Single Engine Pilot is a licensed pilot authorized to fly a single-engine aircraft for hire. They may work in roles such as aerial surveying, banner towing, cargo transport, or flight instruction. This certification requires advanced flight training, passing a written exam, and meeting specific flight hour requirements. It does not qualify a pilot for airline jobs but serves as a stepping stone to higher certifications.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a commercial single engine pilot?

To thrive as a Commercial Single Engine Pilot, you need strong aeronautical knowledge, advanced piloting skills, a commercial pilot certificate with a single-engine land (SEL) rating, and a current medical certificate. Familiarity with GPS navigation systems, weather radar, and electronic flight bags such as ForeFlight is essential for safe flight planning and operations. Excellent situational awareness, communication, decision-making, and customer service skills set top pilots apart. These capabilities ensure safe, efficient, and professional flight operations under various conditions while meeting client and regulatory expectations.

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Infographic showing various Commercial Single Engine Pilot job openings in Arizona as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $62,430 per year, or $30 per hour.

F-16 Aggressor Instructor Pilot

Top Aces Corp

Glendale, AZ โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 21 days ago


Job description

F-16 Adversary Instructor Pilot (IP) involves mission planning, briefing, flying, and debriefing adversary air support missions. As an experienced F-16 Instructor Pilot, this role may also involve instructing Initial Qualification Mission (IQT) and Mission Qualification Training (MQT) sorties to new TAC pilots to satisfy contract and Company requirements for achieving and maintaining both basic aircraft and professional ADAIR qualifications and to support Development Test (DT) and Operational Test (OT) missions.


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Perform mission planning, attend mass adversary coordination, pre-flight briefings, perform adversary missions. Accomplish flight debriefings, and attend air-to-air shot validations, and mass debriefings.
  • Employ the F-16throughout the flight envelope as a professional adversary pilot to support various US branches of service and coalition aircrew training.
  • Adhere to all training rules and pre-briefed maneuvering restrictions.
  • Collect and disseminate lessons learned.
  • Accomplish necessary ground training prior to flights.
  • Deploy as required to support mission requirements.
  • Act as or support personnel responsible for flight safety, training, scheduling, standardization and evaluation, threat academics, or other Program Management duties as needed.
  • Adhere to directions provided by the Chief Pilot, Director of OPS and Pilot Site Lead as well as the Contract Requesting Official (CRO).
  • Adhere to OSHA and OH&S requirements, demonstrate proper use of PPE, safety systems, and tools.
  • Report hazards (such as unsafe situations and activities) and other safety concerns as soon as humanly possible to supervisor and through Company’s Safety Management System (SMS).
  • Perform related duties as assigned.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

  • Previously qualified US DoD-trained F-16 instructor pilot.
  • 2,000 hours Pilot In Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DoD (or Allied) fighter aircraft.
  • 100 hours PIC at night.
  • Commercial or Airline Transport Pilot with Instrument privileges and single-engine land (SEL) specifically designated on the certificate.
  • Must maintain FAA instrument Currency, FAA Class 2 Medical Certificate or higher, and adversary mission qualifications and associated mission currencies, to include low-level and unlimited air combat tactics maneuvering in the high-G environment.
  • Must have a FAA Commercial License, or higher, with single engine land rating.
  • Must be able to work under pressure and meet deadlines while fostering a positive attitude.
  • Must have strong problem-solving abilities.
  • Proficient in the English language with excellent verbal and written communication skills.
  • Must be proficient in the Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Must be able to work nights, weekends, and holidays as needed.
  • Must be able to travel within the US and internationally.
  • Must demonstrate the knowledge, skills, and abilities of a F-16 Adversary Instructor Pilot in daily work performance.
  • Must be able to obtain and maintain a US security clearance.
  • Must not be barred from any military installation.

CERTIFICATIONS / LICENSES

  • FAA instrument Currency.
  • FAA Commercial License, with single engine land rating.
  • Second Class Medical Certificate, or higher.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS

  • 1,500 hours PIC in F-16
  • 500 hours as anF-16Instructor Pilot
  • Previously assigned USAF Aggressor (18/64/65 AGRS) with threat academic SME certification
  • Previous MiG-1 or Aggressor Syllabus Instructor (ASI) qualification
  • USAF WIC, USNFWS/NAWDC/TOPGUN, or TPS Graduate
  • Functional Check Flight (FCF)qualification
  • NVG Instructor
  • Squadron Command experience
  • Top Secret or SAP/SAR Security Clearance
  • FAA CFI(I) Certificate

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS and/or WORK CONDITIONS

  • Must be able to work in various weather environments and conditions.
  • Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds.
  • Must be able to stand, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, sit, talk, walk, hear, see, and reach with hands and arms.
  • This position requires close vision, distant vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
  • This role is performed around loud noises and hazardous chemicals with exposure to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risks of electrical shock. TheF-16 Adversary Instructor Pilot must be able to work in environments with exposure to noise, chemicals, dust, and varying weather conditions.