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Aery Aviation LLC

King Air 350 SIC

Newport News, VA · On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

About the role Aery Aviation, LLC currently has an opening for a Second-In-Command (Co-Pilot ... The SIC ensures safe, effective, and efficient flight operations, including identifying aircraft ...

dynamicaviation

Gulfstream G-IV Captain

Bridgewater, VA · On-site

$67 - $83/hr

The Gulfstream G-IV Captain role exists to operate as pilot in command (PIC) or second in command (SIC) and ensure the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft and the safety of all on board ...

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How much do pilot sic jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 21, 2026, the average yearly pay for pilot sic in Virginia is $129,793.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $99,100.00 and $153,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a pilot SIC?

A Pilot SIC (Second in Command) is the co-pilot who assists the Captain in operating an aircraft. They support flight planning, navigation, and communication while ensuring safety and compliance with aviation regulations. The SIC role is crucial in multi-crew operations, providing redundancy and aiding in decision-making. Typically, SIC pilots gain experience to advance to a Captain position in the future.

What are the typical responsibilities of a pilot SIC during a standard flight?

As a Pilot SIC, your primary duties include assisting the Captain with flight planning and preparation, performing pre-flight and post-flight inspections, and monitoring aircraft systems during flight. You will also help manage communications with air traffic control, navigate route changes, and share decision-making responsibilities in accordance with established operating procedures. While you are not the primary authority on the flight deck, your role is vital for supporting the Pilot in Command and ensuring compliance with safety regulations. Working closely as part of a two-person cockpit team, you'll need to stay alert, flexible, and ready to take over if required. This collaborative environment offers valuable experience and growth opportunities for aspiring Captains.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a pilot SIC?

To thrive as a Pilot SIC (Second in Command), you need a commercial pilot's license, strong aviation knowledge, and excellent flight operation skills. Familiarity with aircraft systems, navigation tools, and flight management systems, as well as FAA regulations, is essential, with many positions requiring type ratings or additional certifications. Leadership, clear communication, teamwork, and situational awareness help SICs effectively coordinate with captains and crew. These abilities are critical to ensure flight safety, compliance, and efficient cockpit collaboration.

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King Air 350 SIC

Aery Aviation LLC

Newport News, VA • On-site

$85K - $100K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 9 days ago

Job description

About the role
Aery Aviation, LLC currently has an opening for a Second-In-Command (Co-Pilot) supporting OCONUS flight operations in the King Air 350. This role requires a high level of aviation skill, safety awareness, professionalism, and customer focus.
The SIC ensures safe, effective, and efficient flight operations, including identifying aircraft maintenance issues and coordinating corrective actions. All safety-of-flight documentation must be completed in accordance with applicable industry and U.S. Army standards
Who We Are Looking For
  • Bachelor's degree with 5+ years of related experience
  • Additional years of aviation experience may be used in lieu of a degree.
  • Flight Hour & FAA Requirements:
  • 1000 hours of total documented flight time
  • 500 hours PIC total time
  • 100 hours of Multi-Engine time
  • Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
  • Possess a valid FAA Commercial Airplane and Airplane Airman Certificate.
  • Multiengine Land and Instrument Airplane ratings (certificate).
  • US Citizen; Currently possess an active DoD Secret clearance, or higher
  • Minimum age of 21
  • Possess a valid passport and state driver's license
  • Must read, write, speak and understand English
  • Ability to successfully meet all contractual / program training and DoD medical requirements for OCONUS travel and complete CONUS Replacement Courses (CRC) within 90 days of hire.

What You Will Be Doing
The SIC ensures safe, effective, and efficient flight operations, including identifying aircraft maintenance issues and coordinating corrective actions. All safety-of-flight documentation must be completed in accordance with applicable industry and U.S. Army standards.
You Must Have
  • Active DoD Top Secret clearance
  • 300 hours PIC time in King Air 300/350 or similar multi-engine, turboprop aircraft
  • 200 hours of Instrument (actual) time
  • 200 hours Turbine time
  • Proline 21 experience
  • Airline Transport Pilot (ATP)
  • Rating held for the last two (2) consecutive years
  • Prior experience as a U.S. Military, Customs, DEA Pilot or US Contracting ISR Pilot
  • Experience as a U.S. Military Standardization Instructor Pilot, Instructor Pilot, or Maintenance Pilot
  • Prior OCONUS rotation experience, particularly in current area of operation

Aery Aviation job descriptions are meant as summarizations only. They do not necessarily reflect all duties and responsibilities of a position.
If this opportunity excites you, come join our team! For Aery Aviation, the question isn't: "Can we?" When others are limited in the common approach, Aery Aviation jumps into higher gear asking, "How can we do this?" and then proceeds into problem-solving for customers. This is what customers appreciate most about Aery Aviation - avid tenacity. It's not cookie cutter production that Aery Aviation is cultivating; it is projects that inspire the Aery Aviation work-family to come together and brainstorm, excited to come to work every day because there is always something inventive and interesting to work on.
Our Benefits:
We offer the right candidate the chance to join a forward-thinking organization, supported by a competitive compensation and benefits package. Learn more about Aery Aviation, LLC at www.aeryaviation.com.
Aery Aviation, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer
At Aery Aviation, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.
About Aery Aviation LLC
Aery Aviation, LLC is an aviation services organization whose focus is on the engineering, certification, and production associated with aircraft modifications. Our team has significant experience spanning everything from single engine ISR aircraft for government utilization to widebody VVIP interior completions. From design to delivery, Aery provides turnkey, bespoke solutions for our clientele.
The pay range for this role is:
85,000 - 100,000 USD per year (Aery Aviation LLC - PHF / Corporate Office)

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