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Pilot Single Engine Jobs in Michigan (NOW HIRING)

Guardian Flight

Fixed Wing Pilot

Kingsford, MI

$94K - $104K/yr

Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (C-ASEL) Required. * The ideal candidate will have single pilot IFR experience. * Previous medevac and/or cargo experience preferred. * Ability to provide ...

Guardian Flight

Fixed Wing Pilot

Kingsford, MI · On-site

$94K - $104K/yr

Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (C-ASEL) Required. * The ideal candidate will have single pilot IFR experience. * Previous medevac and/or cargo experience preferred. * Ability to provide ...

Guardian Flight

Fixed Wing Pilot

Kingsford, MI · On-site

$94K - $104K/yr

Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (C-ASEL) Required. * The ideal candidate will have single pilot IFR experience. * Previous medevac and/or cargo experience preferred. * Ability to provide ...

Global Medical Response

Fixed Wing Pilot

Kingsford, MI

$94K - $104K/yr

Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (C-ASEL) Required. * The ideal candidate will have single pilot IFR experience. * Previous medevac and/or cargo experience preferred. * Ability to provide ...

Global Medical Response

Fixed Wing Pilot

Kingsford, MI

$94K - $104K/yr

Commercial Airplane Single Engine Land (C-ASEL) Required. * The ideal candidate will have single pilot IFR experience. * Previous medevac and/or cargo experience preferred. * Ability to provide ...

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How much do pilot single engine jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 28, 2026, the average yearly pay for pilot single engine in Michigan is $114,106.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $87,200.00 and $135,100.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Single Engine Pilot Do?

As a single engine pilot, your job is to fly a small aircraft for commercial or governmental needs. In this role, you participate in business or emergency operations, gain additional flight hours, and maintain or improve your pilot's license. Single engine pilots sometimes work on call in shifts. For example, if you fly a firefighting plane, the county government may call you out to participate in firefighting operations at any time. Other single engine pilots, particularly those in recreational sectors, tend to work exclusively during regular hours. Many single engine pilots also work as instructors. In some jobs, you may be asked to carry cargo or deliver items within a specific timeframe.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a Single Engine Pilot?

Single Engine Pilots are responsible for pre-flight planning, conducting thorough aircraft inspections, and ensuring all flight instruments and safety equipment are operational before departure. Throughout the flight, they monitor navigation systems, communicate with air traffic control, manage fuel consumption, and make real-time decisions based on weather and airspace conditions. Post-flight duties include completing flight logs, coordinating maintenance checks, and debriefing with relevant team members or passengers. The role often requires flexibility to adapt to changing schedules and environments, which makes attention to detail and strong organizational skills especially valuable.

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

To thrive as a Pilot Single Engine, you need solid aeronautical knowledge, strong situational awareness, and a valid pilot's license such as a Private or Commercial Pilot Certificate with necessary endorsements. Familiarity with avionics systems, GPS navigation, weather radar, and FAA regulations is typically required. Excellent decision-making, communication, and problem-solving skills help pilots handle unexpected challenges and coordinate effectively with crew members and air traffic control. These skills are essential to ensure flight safety, regulatory compliance, and smooth operations in varied flying conditions.

What is a Pilot Single Engine job?

A Pilot Single Engine job involves operating aircraft with a single engine for various purposes such as charter flights, aerial surveys, crop dusting, or recreational flying. Pilots must have the appropriate licenses, such as a Private or Commercial Pilot Certificate with a Single-Engine rating. Responsibilities include flight planning, performing pre-flight checks, navigating, ensuring passenger and cargo safety, and complying with aviation regulations. Many pilots gain experience in single-engine aircraft before advancing to multi-engine or commercial airline roles.

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Infographic showing various Pilot Single Engine job openings in Michigan as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 90% Full Time, 5% Part Time, 3% Contract, and 2% Nights. Highlights an 93% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $114,106 per year, or $54.9 per hour.
Pilot-Flight Standards and Evaluation

Pilot-Flight Standards and Evaluation

Western Michigan University

Kalamazoo, MI • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement

Posted 2 days ago

Western Michigan University rating

6.7

Company rating: 6.7 out of 10

Based on 30 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

483rd of 612 rated colleges and universities

Job description

Position Details
Posting Summary
College
College Of Aviation
Executive Area
Provost & VP Academic Affairs
Department
College of Aviation
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
S1674P
Job Type
Full Time, Regular
Pay Type
Exempt/Salaried
Pay Grade
G
Campus Location
WMU-Battle Creek - College of Aviation
Salary Range
Pay is commensurate with qualifications and experience, combined with an excellent benefits package.
Number of Vacancies
Multiple
General Summary
  • Ensures standardization of flight instructors through maintaining documents, training profiles, and evaluation checks.

Major Duties
  • Assists in the development of standardization of new-hire and recurrent training of flight instructors.
  • Develops and maintains standardization practices and publications.
  • Conducts and documents evaluations of flight instructors and certifies their qualifications to provide flight instruction.
  • Audits instructional practices for University standards compliance and federal aviation requirements.
  • Provides ground and in-flight progress evaluations and occasional specialty flight instruction.
  • Assists in executing safety related initiatives for flight operations.
  • Participates in post-incident debriefs. Provides training and policy change recommendations as applicable.
  • Trains and evaluates staff, student, and temporary employees.

Minimum Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited institution, or a Bachelor's degree in a non-related field from an accredited institution combined with relevant experience.
  • Three year's relevant experience.
  • Supervisory or lead experience.
  • Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
  • Aviation industry experience.
  • Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) pilot certification; Commercial Pilot, Airplane Single Engine Land (ASEL), Airplane Multi Engine Land (AMEL), Instrument Airplane.
  • FAA Instructor certification; Certified Flight Instructor, Airplane Single Engine (ASE), Instrument Airplane.
  • Pilot and instrumental ratings for relevant aircraft
  • Must meet FAA physical and medical standards for flight licensure.
  • Hold at least an FAA 2nd class medical; and have dexterity to fly WMU primary aircraft trainers (single engine and multi engine) from both pilot positions and accommodate weight and balance for at least 70% of the student population with standard fuel loads. As a reference, considering the average weight of our students and our current fleet, flight instructors could weigh up to approximately 260lbs.
  • Ability to work irregular shifts and extended hours, including evenings and weekends.

Desired Qualifications
Special Instructions to Applicants
  • External applicants should use the WMU - Application.
  • Internal applicants should use the WMU - Internal Application.

Additional Position Information
  • There are multiple openings for this position. By applying to this posting, applicants will be considered for each position. Applicants may receive multiple email communications.
  • A physical examination may be administered by the employer's designated physician.
  • Western Michigan University offers generous benefits to its employees including health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement, and tuition discount for the employee and tuition remission for eligible dependents. To access information about the specific benefits available for this position, go to: https://www.wmich.edu/hr/enrollment-staff
  • Staff Compensation System pay grades and rates are available at: https://wmich.edu/hr/staffcompensation

Physical requirements and working conditions
  • Light work with some physical demands such as continuously lifting or moving materials less than 25 pounds, but rarely moving more than 25 to 50 pounds.
  • Work is performed with exposure to any number of elements which may occasionally require some precautions such as safety glasses, protective clothing, ear protection, etc.
  • Must be available to provide instruction or serve as pilot-in-command outside of normal business hours.

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