Low Time Pilot Jobs

The most common jobs for low time pilots are Certified Flight Instructor (CFI) roles and SIC positions at aerial imagery companies. However, the job opportunities increase after a pilot has accumulated more flight time. This chart shows a sample of companies and flight operations based on the minimum Total Time listed in their recent job listings.

The FAA changed the policy on single pilot operations for Cessna 525 jets. SIC pilots will now be required. This map shows all Cessna 525 aircraft registered in the United States.

Penobscot Island Air based in Owls Head, Maine is actively recruiting for Seasonal Line Pilots for their Cessna 206 fleet. Commercial pilot with 500 TT.

The average cost of multi-engine flight time in the United States is $360 per hour. This price varies widely from $750 per hour at the high end to $155 at the low end. Companies offer a few ways to reduce the cost per flight hour.

Mag Aerospace, based in Virginia, is actively recruiting First Officer pilots for their ISR operations (Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance). Minimum total time listed is 300 hours.

What are time building programs for pilots? Time Building programs for pilots are offered by flight schools to help people build flight hours quickly.

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Flight Safety International (FSI) has an open position for a rotorcraft SIC Seat Support pilot in Lafayette, Louisiana. Requirements: Rotorcraft Commercial license and 450 TT. These are incredible opportunities to develop comfort in full motion simulators and build your network.

Flight Safety International (FSI) has an open position for SIC Seat Support in Tampa, Florida. Requirements: Commercial license and 450 TT. These are incredible opportunities to develop comfort in full motion simulators and build your network in both Part 135 and Part 121 aviation.

ASI Aerial Survey is currently hiring a Survey Pilot for their Cessna 206 fleet. Based in Waterloo, Iowa, the job listing states you can live anywhere in the US as long as it's within 2 hours of a Class B hub. No hour minimums listed other than needing an FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate, SEL with High Performance & Complex Endorsements. As well as a Second Class Medical.

Skylens Aerial Imaging, based in Louisiana, is hiring for their 2026-2027 imaging season starting on July 27, 2026. Don't miss out on this great commercial flying job! Find details here

Bowman Consulting is hiring a Survey Pilot for their operation based out of Chesterfield, Missouri. 250 TT mins. 500 TT preferred. They operate a mixed fleet of single & multi engine aircraft, including turbine.

Dynamic Aviation is hiring a King Air 90 First Officer for their operation in Texas. 250 TT with preference given to multi-engine time. 500 TT preferred.

Here are ten Flight Schools accepting applications for Certified Flight Instructors (CFIs). Some of these are actively recruiting Flight Instructors, and others are accepting resumes on an as-needed basis.

Silver Air Private Jets based in Santa Barbara, CA is accepting applications for a PC-12 First Officer. 1000 TT. 100 Multi.

Reliable Robotics is accepting applications for their Cessna Caravan based in Albuquerque, NM. Part 135 operation. Mins: 1200 TT.

There is an active listing for a King Air 200 First Officer. Minimums listed are 500TT, 250 PIC, and 100 Multi. Turbine experience preferred.

Technology Services Company (TSC) has a King Air First Officer position listed in their careers page. 750 TT, 100 PIC, 200 MEL, 50 MEL in last 6 months.

Dynamic Aviation is hiring a First Officer for their KingAir aerial survey program. 500 TT. Based in Bridgewater, Virginia.

International Jet Aviation in Centennial, Colorado is accepting resumes for a KingAir 90 SIC position. 1000 TT, 50 Multi. See details here