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In coordination with the CAEIFT-R Chief Pilot,Director ofQuality Assurance,Standardization,and the ... S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role. Work ...

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Houston, TX · On-site

$180 - $240/hr

Tactical aircraft time in support of ADAIR is defined as flight hours in any Government-owned F-, A ... Pilot, or Stan/Eval Flight Examiner.FAA Class II medical rating.FAA Commercial and Instrument ...

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Tactical aircraft time in support of ADAIR is defined as flight hours in any Government-owned F-, A ... Pilot in Command, Instructor Pilot, or Stan/Eval Flight Examiner. * FAA Class II medical rating.

Tactical aircraft time in support of ADAIR is defined as flight hours in any Government-owned F-, A ... Pilot in Command, Instructor Pilot, or Stan/Eval Flight Examiner. * FAA Class II medical rating.

Tactical aircraft time in support of ADAIR is defined as flight hours in any Government-owned F-, A ... Pilot in Command, Instructor Pilot, or Stan/Eval Flight Examiner. * FAA Class II medical rating.

Serve as liaison between Government Flight Operations and contractor maintenance leadership ... Minimum 1,000 Pilot-in-Command (PIC) hours. * Minimum 500 hours in UH-1N, UH-60, HH-60, or ...

As part of the world's largest independent flight test organization, supporting both US Government ... Serves as a UAS Pilot and provide all aspects of project officer duties for the Counter UAS and ...

$95K - $143K/yr

As part of the world's largest independent flight test organization, supporting both US Government ... Serves as a UAS Pilot and provide all aspects of project officer duties for the Counter UAS and ...

Pilot

Houston, TX · On-site

Tactical aircraft time in support of ADAIR is defined as flight hours in any Government-owned F-, A ... Pilot in Command, Instructor Pilot, or Stan/Eval Flight Examiner. * FAA Class II medical rating.

Senior E-130J Pilot KBR is seeking a highly qualified Senior C/KC-130J Pilot to join the E-130J ... Collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and government stakeholders to support integrated test ...

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How much do government pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for government pilot in the United States is $130,916.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $100,000.00 and $155,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What types of missions or assignments can a Government Pilot expect to perform?

Government Pilots typically undertake a wide variety of assignments, which may include aerial surveillance, search and rescue operations, law enforcement support, firefighting, disaster response, or transportation of officials and equipment. The exact nature of missions depends on the agency, such as law enforcement, public safety, or environmental monitoring. These roles often involve working alongside ground crews, technical specialists, and other pilots in coordinated efforts. Pilots must be prepared for irregular hours, on-call duties, and adapting to rapidly changing conditions to carry out crucial public service missions. This dynamic work environment provides a sense of purpose and varied day-to-day experiences for those seeking meaningful aviation careers.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in the Government Pilot position, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Government Pilot, you need advanced flight proficiency, a commercial pilot's license, and in many cases, specific government or military flight certifications. Mastery of navigation systems, radio communications, and government-operated aircraft—such as helicopters or fixed-wing planes—is required. Excellent decision-making, adaptability, and teamwork skills are vital for responding to dynamic situations and collaborating with diverse personnel. These competencies ensure mission success, operational safety, and effective performance under the unique demands of public sector aviation.

What is a Government Pilot job?

A Government Pilot operates aircraft for federal, state, or local government agencies, performing missions such as law enforcement, surveillance, transport, firefighting, and search-and-rescue. They may work for agencies like the FAA, U.S. Forest Service, or military branches. Responsibilities include flight planning, ensuring aircraft safety, and complying with aviation regulations. Government Pilots typically need a commercial pilot’s license, flight experience, and may require additional certifications based on the agency’s needs.

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Infographic showing various Government Pilot job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $130,916 per year, or $62.9 per hour.

Full-time

Posted 6 days ago


Job description

Who We Are:

  • CAE Vision: Our vision is to be the worldwide partner of choice in defense and security, and civil aviation by revolutionizing our customers' training and critical operations with digitally immersive solutions to elevate safety, efficiency and readiness.
  • CAE Defense & Security Mission: CAE's Defense and Security business unit focuses on helping prepare military customers to develop and maintain the highest levels of mission readiness.
  • CAE Values: Empowerment, Innovation, Excellence, Integrity and OneCAE make us who we are and we strive to make a difference in the world while helping each other succeed.

What We Have to Offer:

  • Comprehensive and competitive benefits package and flexibility that promotes work-life balance
  • A work environment where all employees are valued, respected and safe
  • Freedom to succeed by enabling team members to deliver, take initiatives and make decisions
  • Recognition, professional development, advancement and having fun!

Summary

CAE is looking for rotary wing instructor pilotsto train new student pilots enrolled in the United States Air Force Air Education and Training Commands, Introductory Flight Training - Rotary (IFT-R) program.


Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

  • The employee will conduct contact flight training and instrument familiarization in support of the USAF IFT-R program.
  • In coordination with the CAEIFT-R Chief Pilot,Director ofQuality Assurance,Standardization,and the USAF,CAEInstructor Pilots will be part of a full standardization and training program for the USAF program at the CAE Dothan Training Center.
  • Assures compliance with applicable standards (i.e.,USAF,FAR, etc.).
  • Participates in the Quality Management System, quality procedures,and safety programs with those respective leads in the same organization.
  • Keeps current with changes and modifications to external standards.
  • Participates inidentifyingand implementing strategies for compliance.
  • Manages the standardization, evaluation,andexaminer plan to include scheduling of internal and external audits, maintenance of the tracking database,follow-upon deficiencies, and reporting.
  • Coordinates examiner activities across the program to ensure that adequate support is provided.
  • Interfaces withappropriate membersof the program, customer, and CAE USA staff to proactivelyidentifyand address quality assurance issues and ensure that all quality requirements are met.
  • Interfaces with various departments, management, and staff toidentifyand execute process improvement opportunities.
  • Conducts business in strict compliance with all corporate policies and procedures and applicable state and federal regulations.
  • Presents metrics to measure process performance levels and the impact of processimprovementinitiatives.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

  • FAAFAA-certified commercialpilot, Helicopter with an Instrument helicopter rating.
  • FAA Certificated Flight Instructor Helicopter, with Instrument HelicopterInstructorratingrequired(current). Graduate of a US DOD formal Rotary Wing Instructor Pilot training program(preferred).
  • Prior experience as a US Air Force Helicopter instructor pilot preferred.
  • Total Flight Time - 1,000 hrs. Flight time as pilot-in-command or second in command (per FAR 61.51); as Pilot in Command (PC) or Pilot (PI) (Per AR 95-1) in aircraft of any weight or category is creditable for this requirement, 500 hours of turbine helicopter time, 100 hours of hooded instrument, flight simulator instrument, or weather pilot time, and 75 hours of night flying time.
  • Must have 500 hours of Flight Instructor time and have taught as a Helicopter Instructor Pilot with experience in primary flight training and in a militaryinitialflight training course or FAA 14CFR Part 61 and / or Part 141 environments.
  • Must have instructed students in instrument flight training.
  • Mustpossessand maintain an FAA Class 2 medical certificate (current Class 2 Medicalrequired).
  • Highly motivated and self-directed.

Preferred Skills

  • Associate of Sciencedegree.
  • Graduate of DoD helicopter instructor pilot course.
  • Total Flight Time - 2,500 hrs.; 1,000hrs.helicopter instructor (any weight, category);and1,500hrs.helicopter turbine.

Security Responsibilities

Must complywith all company security and data protection / usage policies and procedures. Personally responsible for proper marking and handling of all information and materials, in any form. Shall not divulge any information, or afford access, to other employees not having a need-to-know. Shall not divulge information outside company without management approval. All government and proprietary information will be accessed and stored electronically on company provided resources.

  • Incumbent must be eligible for DoD Personal Security Clearance.

Due to U.S. Government contract requirements, only U.S. citizens are eligible for this role.

Work Environment

This joboperatesin a professionalclassroom/officeenvironment and will require exposure to extreme Summer and Winter temperatures. This role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets,and fax machines.


Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Must be able to lift at least 40 pounds overhead.
  • Must be able to walk and/or climb stairs and ladder into a simulator or airplane cockpit.
  • Must be able to stoop, bend, and crawl on top of or under the device.
  • Must be able to detect odors or hear noises, bangs, etc., or other sounds to detect problems or flaws in the functioning of simulators and their surrounding environment.
  • Must be able to work overtime asrequired.
  • Must be willing to work any shift or day of the week asrequired.

Other Duties

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for their job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

CAE USA Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to any protected characteristic, including disability and protected veteran status, as defined under federal, state, or local laws.

Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process. If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at hrops@caemilusa.com

About CAE

At CAE, our mission is clear: to help make the world a safer place. For nearly 80 years, we've driven innovation in simulation, training, and mission readiness to support critical operations worldwide. By leveraging advanced technologies, we empower our customers to operate smarter, faster, and more sustainably. Join a purpose-driven organization where bold ideas are encouraged, collaboration drives progress, and your growth fuels our shared success.

Position TypeRegularEqual Opportunity Employer

CAE is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.At CAE, everyone is welcome to contribute to our success. Applicants needing reasonable accommodations should contact their recruiter at any point in the recruitment process.If you need assistance to submit your application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact us at CAECarrieres-Careers@cae.com.

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