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Overnight 500 Hour Pilot Jobs (NOW HIRING)

... • 500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DOD-owned/operated fighter aircraft Specific Air Force Contract Qualifications • 1200 hours total PIC of a tactical military aircraft • ...

As a Helicopter Pilot is located in the Headquarters section of the United States Army Air ... Heavy Helicopter: 500 hours; Instrument: 75 hours. Please review the OPM qualification standard for ...

Blue Hawaiian Helicopter Pilot

Lihue, HI · On-site

$88K - $110K/yr

High school diploma or GED required. * 2,500 hours Pilot-in-Command hours documented and verifiable. * 1,000 turbine hours * Pilot in Command Hours preferred. * Have a Commercial-instrument ...

... 500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DOD-owned/operated fighter aircraft Specific Air Force Contract Qualifications 1200 hours total PIC of a tactical military aircraft Current in a ...

Secret Security Clearance, US Citizen Specific Navy Contract Qualifications * 1000 hours PIC of a military tactical aircraft * 500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DOD‑owned/operated ...

Logbook and/or flight records verifying the following flight time minimums: 1,500 hours of pilot in command (PIC) (Required), pilots should have at least 1000 hours in transport category aircraft ...

This position requires extensive travel and overnight deployments, with absences from home base ... Preferred minimum of 1,500 hours MEL to be considered to operate multi-engine aircraft. * 1000 ...

This position requires extensive travel and overnight deployments, with absences from home base ... Preferred minimum of 1,500 hours MEL to be considered to operate multi-engine aircraft. * 1000 ...

Research Pilot

Edwards, CA · On-site

$170K - $190K/yr

Logbook and/or flight records verifying the following flight time minimums: 1,500 hours of pilot in command (PIC) (Required), pilots should have at least 1000 hours in transport category aircraft ...

This position requires extensive travel and overnight deployments, with absences from home base ... Preferred minimum of 1,500 hours MEL to be considered to operate multi-engine aircraft. * 1000 ...

Who You Are (Basic Qualifications) * 1,500+ hours of flight time * Ability to maintain an FAA First ... Available to work holidays, weekends, and travel overnight as needed * Ability to lift a minimum of ...

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Fighter Pilot- Pt. Mugu - ATAC

Newport News, VA · On-site

$81K - $101K/yr

... 500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DOD-owned/operated fighter aircraft Desired Qualifications: USAF WIC graduate, USAF adversary qualification USNFWS/NAWDC/TOPGUN graduate TPS ...

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How much do overnight 500 hour pilot jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 8, 2026, the average yearly pay for overnight 500 hour 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 is the difference between Overnight 500 Hour Pilot vs Commercial Pilot?

AspectOvernight 500 Hour PilotCommercial Pilot
Required CertificationsPrivate Pilot License, 500 flight hoursCommercial Pilot Certificate, 250+ flight hours
Work EnvironmentNight flights, often for cargo or charter servicesVaried, including passenger, cargo, and aerial work
Industry UsageEntry-level or specialized night operationsBroader roles with higher responsibilities

The Overnight 500 Hour Pilot typically holds a private pilot license with 500 flight hours, focusing on night operations. In contrast, a Commercial Pilot has a higher certification level with at least 250 flight hours and can perform a wider range of flying jobs. The Overnight 500 Hour Pilot is often an entry point into night flying, while the Commercial Pilot can undertake more complex and higher-responsibility roles across the industry.

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Pilot - Skillbridge

Textron

Cherry Point, NC • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement

Re-posted 19 days ago


Textron rating

8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

31st of 72 rated aerospace companies


Job description

Who We Are
PLEASE NOTE: THIS IS A SKILLBRIDGE OPPORTUNITY AND ONLY TRANSITIONING MILITARY MEMBERS WHO ARE WITHIN 180 DAYS OF SEPERATING FROM THE MILITARY ARE ELIGIBLE.
Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.
This role is in Textron System's Airborne Tactical Advantage Company (ATAC) business area. Visit TextronSystems.com & Lycoming.com to read more about who we are and the products we make!
About ATAC
Textron Systems - ATAC provides tactical flight training and Adversary, Red Air and Aggressor services to the U.S. Navy, Marines and the US Air Force. ATAC operates simultaneously across eight permanent sites spanning the CONUS, Hawaii and the Pacific. ATAC proudly provides the highest quality live training to 4th and 5th Generation aircrew in Squadrons, Air Wings, and Battle Groups conducting unit level continuation training, pre-deployment spin-up training, large force employment training, or aircrew conversion training. ATAC was the first civilian organization to support the USAF's F-22 Raptors as well as the USN's and USMC's F-35 Lightning IIs.
Job Summary
Fly the Dassault Mirage F-1, the IAI F-21 Kfir, the MK-58 Hawker Hunter, or the AERO Vodochody L-39 Albatros, in regular support of US Navy, Marine Corps, and US Air Force training and readiness missions. Fly in support of 4th and 5th Generation Fighter operational and conversion syllabus and continuation training missions. Support surface fleet pre-deployment training and large force employment missions.
Navy Contracts: Conduct flight operations from any of ATAC's four permanent facilities (Newport News Virginia, Pt Mugu NAS California, Fallon NAS California, Kaneohe Bay MCAS Hawaii), or deployed locations. Deploy as required to locations including but not limited to Key West NAS, Fallon NAS, Beaufort MCAS, Jacksonville NAS, Lemoore NAS, Eglin AFB, Charleston Intl Airport, Jacksonville Intl Airport, Cherry Point MCAS, and various USAF, USN, USMC bases throughout Alaska, Guam, Japan, Korea, and the Philippines.
Air Force Contracts: Conduct flight operations from any of ATAC's permanent facilities (Eglin AFB, Luke AFB, Alliance FTW) or deployed locations. Deploy as required to various locations.
Job Responsibilities
• Employ the ATAC fighter aircraft throughout their flight envelope as a surrogate Adversary, Red Air, Aggressor or Close Air Support pilot for US Navy, Marine Corps and USAF aircrew, JTAC, surface fleet, large force employment exercise, or intercept controller training.
• Maintain FAA instrument currency, Second Class medical certification, adversary mission qualifications and associated mission currencies, to include low level, dynamic mission, and unlimited air combat tactics maneuvering in the high-G environment.
• Attend mass briefings, adversary coordination briefings and other pre-flight briefings. Plan and fly adversary missions. Accomplish flight debriefings and attend mass debriefings.
• 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.
• Additional Duties: Act as, or support the individual responsible for, pilot Scheduling, Training, NATOPS/Standards & Evaluation, Safety, or other Program Management duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
• Previously DoD Tactically Trained Fighter Pilot
• Previously qualified 4-Ship/Division Flight Lead
• 700 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DOD-owned/operated fighter aircraft
• 100 hours PIC at night
• Logged 100 hours PIC time in the past 12 months
• Current FAA Second Class Medical Certificate
• FAA Commercial, Airplane Single Engine Land Privileges
• Secret Security Clearance, US Citizen
Specific Navy Contract Qualifications
• 1000 hours PIC of a military tactical aircraft
• 500 hours Pilot in Command (PIC) of any fixed wing DOD-owned/operated fighter aircraft
Specific Air Force Contract Qualifications
• 1200 hours total PIC of a tactical military aircraft
• Current in a tactical fighter aircraft within the last 5 years
Desired Qualifications
• USAF WIC graduate, USAF adversary qualification
• USNFWS/NAWDC/TOPGUN graduate
• TPS graduate
• DoD military Instructor Pilot qualification
• Mission Commander qualification
• Military or Civilian Flight Examiner qualification
• Functional Check Flight Pilot qualification
• NVG Instructor, CRM Instructor
• FAA CFI(I) Certificate
• Familiarization with DoD Commercial Air Services industry
• FAA Authorized Experimental Aircraft (AEA) privileges (list types)
• DoD Safety School or Board President Course graduate
• Squadron Command experience
• Active fighter flying (for each fighter type, provide total hours, date of last sortie)
• Actively flying (provide 1-year look-back per active aircraft type)
How We Care
At Textron Systems, our talented people make us successful. Our Company is committed to offering employees opportunities to grow and develop. Our benefits and compensation packages are designed to help our talented employees excel and achieve their goals, so they can make a difference every day in and outside of the workplace. Below are just a few examples!
- Flexible Work Schedules
- Education Assistance
- Career Development & Training Opportunities
- Wellness Program (including Fitness Reimbursement)
- Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(K) with Company Funding
- Paid Parental Leave
Are you a Military Veteran?
Textron's products and services are trusted everyday by those who protect our country. We are dedicated to hiring these Veterans and aim to translate their skills to make an impact on our Company.

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Textron Systems is part of Textron, a $14 billion, multi-industry company employing 35,000 talented makers, thinkers, creators and doers worldwide. We make things that fly, hover, zoom and launch. Things that move people. Protect soldiers. Power industries. We serve customers in industries spanning aerospace and defense, specialized vehicles, turf care and fuel systems.

Industry

Aerospace product and parts manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Providence, RI, US

Year founded

1923