Lead Pilot - Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia | leidos Job

Position: Lead Pilot

Make an Impact with Leidos

At Leidos, we deliver innovative solutions through the dedication of our diverse and talented teams. United by a shared commitment to our customers’ success, we empower our people, support our communities, and operate sustainably. Our Mission, Vision, and Values guide every aspect of our work, ensuring we do the right thing—for our customers, our people, and the world around us.

Thrive in a Mission‑Focused Environment

Your time at Leidos will be a wise investment in your career and in yourself. We welcome your perspective and ideas, in order to foster collaboration and deliver world-class solutions.  We are looking for solutions that not only transform businesses but also change the world. We offer a robust benefits package including competitive salaries; company matching 401K Retirement Plan; comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage; tuition reimbursement and more.

The Defense Sector at Leidos currently has an opening for a BE350 Pilot Lead Pilot Non-IP (LP) to support CONUS and OCONUS operations. The LP will support contracted flight operations and must meet our high standards of aviator skill, safety, professionalism, and customer focus. Pilots may be required to live and work in austere conditions. In this role, the LP will support all flight operational duties in the King Air 350 aircraft from flight planning, pre and post flight operations as requested by the Site Operations Manager (SOM) and the Leidos Program Chief Pilot. The LP will maintain flight crews records, track flight hours, any and all admin duties for the assigned site or location of operation, and hold crews to SOP, ATM, and FGO to meeting stand PIC's will operate aircraft in accordance with applicable regulations, and program/corporate policies and procedures. 

Education:

• Bachelor's degree with 8-10 years of related experience. Additional years' experience may be used in lieu of a degree.

Flight Hour & FAA Requirements:

• 3,500 hours PIC total time
• 1,500 hours PIC in a Super King Air 350 aircraft or similar type aircraft type.
• Proline 21 experience
• Garmin G1000 experience
• Current FAA Class II Medical Certificate
•  Possess a valid FAA Commercial Airplane and Airplane Airman Certificate.
• Multiengine Land and Instrument Airplane ratings (certificate).

General Requirements:

• 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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Active DoD Top Secret clearance
• 4,500 hours PIC time in King Air 300/350 or similar multi-engine, turboprop aircraft
• 500 hours of Instrument (actual) time
• 1,500 hours Turbine time
• 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

Ready to make an impact? Start your next career chapter with Leidos—apply today!

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