MD-87 Aerial Firefighting Tanker SIC
About the role
MD-87 Aerial Firefighting Tanker Pilot – Second in Command (SIC)
Aero Air is a people-focused aircraft services company employing dedicated aviation professionals who support a wide range of specialised aviation operations. The company emphasises teamwork, operational excellence and a collaborative working environment.
Aero Air is the parent company of Erickson Aero Tanker (EAT), a specialist aerial firefighting operator providing year-round firefighting services.
EAT conducts operations in support of wildfire suppression, including missions under the US Forest Service (USFS) Mandatory Assignment Period (MAP). The annual MAP dates may vary depending on aircraft allocations and prevailing fire conditions.
Erickson Aero Tanker is seeking qualified MD-87 Aerial Firefighting Tanker First Officers (SIC) to join its firefighting flight crew team.
The position offers the opportunity to participate in specialised aerial firefighting operations using the MD-87 tanker aircraft. Successful candidates must meet the required pilot licensing, flight experience and medical standards, demonstrate a strong commitment to safety and professionalism, and be available for a flexible operational schedule.
The Second in Command will work as part of the flight crew in support of aerial firefighting operations, following company procedures and maintaining compliance with applicable operational and safety requirements.
- Employer: Erickson Aero Tanker (Aero Air)
- Location: Remote, Oregon, USA
- Aircraft: McDonnell Douglas MD-87
- Position: Aerial Firefighting Tanker Pilot – Second in Command
- Operation: Aerial firefighting / tanker operations
Requirements
- FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate, or Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating and Multi-Engine Land privileges
- Current FAA First-Class or Second-Class Medical Certificate.
- Minimum 1,200 hours total flight time.
- Minimum 800 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time.
- Minimum 200 hours multi-engine flight time.
- High school diploma or GED.
- Valid US state-issued driver's licence with a clean driving record.
- Valid US passport.
- Legal authorisation to work in the United States.
- Ability to maintain a flexible schedule and travel as required.
- Successful completion of pre-employment drug screening and criminal history background checks.
- Reliable, regular and predictable attendance.
- Commitment to Aero Air policies and standards of conduct.
Package highlights
- Relocation assistance: Relocation reimbursement.
- Retirement: 401(k) plan with an automatic 3% employer-funded Safe Harbor contribution upon hire.
- Healthcare: Medical, dental and vision coverage.
- Health reimbursement: Employer-funded Health Reimbursement Arrangement (HRA).
- Insurance: Employee-paid life and disability insurance.
- Paid leave: Paid sick leave.
- Flexible spending: Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).
- Employee support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
- Additional benefits: Pet insurance and corporate discounts on travel, gym memberships and other services.
- Salary: Competitive; exact compensation is not disclosed in the source advertisement.
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