Trainee Multi Engine Pilot Jobs in Riverside, CA

Regional Manager – Fire Operations (Full-Time)

Position Summary: Dynamic Aviation is seeking a strong, safety-focused aviation leader to serve as Regional Manager – Fire Operations. This role provides full oversight of regional fire aviation operations, ensuring safe, compliant, efficient performance while meeting contract requirements and financial goals.

Comprehensive Compensation and Benefits:

• • Competitive base salary: $90,000–$125,000 annually
  • Full suite of medical, dental, vision insurance
  • HSA/FSA accounts
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Holiday Pay
  • Employee Assistance Program, life/disability insurance

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all regional fire aviation operations, maintenance, aircraft, and personnel
• Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, safety standards, company policies and contract requirements
• Oversee budgeting, cost controls, and operational performance metrics (KPIs)
• Ensure dispatch reliability for all departing flights
• Build and maintain strong customer relationships through proactive communication
• Communicate critical information to company headquarters, establish relationship with FBO and other service providers
• Lead hiring, staffing, performance management, and team development.
• Coordinate training
• Engage with headquarters leadership, Logistics, Records all other relevant departments
• Create the schedule and ensure personnel availability
• Maintain interior/exterior appearance of the aircraft to meet Dynamic Aviation standards
• Identify operational improvements and implement risk mitigation strategies.
• Ensure proper documentation, reporting, and administrative compliance
• Other duties as assigned

Required Qualifications:

• Current FAA pilot or mechanic certificate; must meet FAA Part 135 requirements
• Proven leadership and team management experience
• Strong operational, organizational, and communication skills
• Ability to work irregular hours and travel to individual sites as required
• Strong decision-making ability under pressure
• Commitment to safety and teamwork in high-tempo operations

Pilot Minimums (If Applicable):

• FAA Commercial Multi-Engine and Instrument Rating
• First or Second-Class FAA Medical Certificate
• Eligibility for Interagency Pilot Qualification Card (pilot carding process)
• 1,500 hours total time
• 1,200 hours PIC (airplane)
• 200 hours PIC Multi-Engine Land (100 hours in last 12 months)
• 200 hours PIC in mountainous/low-level terrain (<2,500’ AGL, per 14 CFR 95.11)
• 200 hours PIC Night
• 500 hours PIC Cross-Country
• 50 hours PIC actual instrument
• 75 hours PIC simulated instrument

Preferred Qualifications:

• FAA Inspection Authorization (IA), or ability to obtain – if mechanic

• 25 hours PIC in Beechcraft King Air (10 hours in last 12 months) – if pilot

• Degree or 6–10 years relevant aviation leadership experience
• Experience managing fleet operations and budgeting
• Familiarity with Emburse, Dayforce, or Pentagon ERP systems
• Relocation to Southern California may be required