Second in Command Pilot (SIC)

Job Description

At Auxiliary and Business Services (ABS) our mission is simple yet profound: to serve the Virginia Tech community by providing products and essential services so that others can achieve success in support of the Virginia Tech mission. Every day the unwavering commitment of the ABS team brings this mission to life. Through our work we ensure that students faculty staff and visitors have access to the resources and support they need to thrive in their academic professional and personal endeavors.

Air Transportation Services provides safe professional on-demand air transportation for eligible passengers to include: Virginia Tech employees who are conducting official university business invited guests of Virginia Tech who are supporting the conduct of official university business employees of university related corporations who are conducting official business and private entity partners who share ownership of aircraft.

The Virginia Tech Second in Command Pilot (SIC) reports to the Sr. Director for Auxiliary Services and will be under the direct supervision of the Pilot in Command (PIC) when reporting for an assigned flight. The SIC will assist the PIC with transporting clients to the designated destinations with the utmost professionalism and customer-focused mentality while operating the universitys executive aircraft. Pilots are expected to maintain a high level of confidentiality.

The FAA federal requirements are that pilots operating under FAR Part 121 Commercial Aviation retire from flying service at age 65. Virginia Tech a FAR Part 91 private operator allows pilots to continue to fly until age 67. To alleviate safety concerns upon reaching the age of 65 Virginia Tech pilots must pass a flight physical every six months and maintain a First-Class medical certificate.

The incumbent also performs other duties as requested; takes initiative to support a healthy work environment; strives to fulfill the terms in the Standards of Business Conduct; exemplifies Virginia Techs Principles of Community; and supports the universitys motto Ut Prosim (That I May Serve).

Required Qualifications

Must have an ATP license.
Excellent cockpit management and interpersonal skills.
Excellent safety record.
Citation XL (CE56XL) or Sovereign (CE680) type rating.
Demonstrated ability to safely operate multiengine jet aircraft in all flight conditions in both a coast-to-coast domestic and international environment (Canada).
Must meet the requirements set by the Virginia Tech Air Transportation Services Flight
Operations Manual (incumbent will review fully before hire).
Proficiency with standard office software.
Ability to work on an as needed basis to meet the travel needs of the university.
Ability to interact effectively and comfortably with people from diverse backgrounds.
Demonstrated ability to work with the public and strong Customer service skills.
Some overnight travel may be required.
First Class FAA Medical Certificate.
2500 hours total flight time.
200 hours instrument.
500 hours multiengine.
200 hours multiengine turbine and/or jet.

Additional Information
Must meet aviation medical requirements to obtain and maintain a First Class FAA Medical Certificate.
Must be able to safely move and handle (by reaching pulling pushing bending raising) objects
weighing up to 75 pounds.
Must successfully complete criminal background and divers license checks.
Must have and maintain a valid drivers license check.
Candidates for employment are required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening.
Incumbents are subject to random reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug and alcohol screening.
Subject to being scheduled 24 hours seven days a week.
Maintain a current commercial pilot certificate instrument rating and multiengine rating.
Must meet the requirements set by the Virginia Tech Air Transportation Services Flight Operations Manual.
Must undergo a yearly medical examination up to age 65 and semi-annually from age 65 to 67.

Preferred Qualifications

Pilot in Command (PIC) experience.
Experience operating in non-towered non-radar and mountainous flight areas.
Demonstrated experience working with executive management.
Work experience in a university environment.
College degree or equivalent experience.
3500 hours flight time.
800 hours instrument.
800 hours multiengine turbine and/or jet.

Pay Band

5

Overtime Status

Non-Exempt: Eligible for overtime

Appointment Type

Regular

Salary Information

Commensurate with experience

Hours per week

Sporadically as needed

Review Date

October 21st 2025

Additional Information

Must meet aviation medical requirements to obtain and maintain a First Class FAA Medical Certificate.
Must be able to safely move and handle (by reaching pulling pushing bending raising) objects weighing up to 75 pounds.
Candidates for employment are required to successfully complete a pre-employment drug screening.
Incumbents are subject to random reasonable suspicion and post-accident drug and alcohol screening.
Must maintain a current commercial pilot certificate instrument rating and multiengine rating.
Must meet the requirements set by the Virginia Tech Air Transportation Services Flight Operations Manual.
Must undergo a yearly medical examination per departmental and FAA guidelines.

The successful candidate will be required to have a criminal conviction check.

About Virginia Tech

Dedicated to its mottoUt Prosim(That I May Serve) Virginia Tech pushes the boundaries of knowledge by taking a hands-on transdisciplinary approach to preparing scholars to be leaders and problem-solvers. A comprehensive land-grant institution that enhances the quality of life in Virginia and throughout the world Virginia Tech is aninclusive communitydedicated to knowledge discovery and creativity. The university offers more than 280 majors to a diverse enrollment of more than 36000 undergraduate graduate and professional students in eightundergraduate colleges aschool of medicine aveterinary medicinecollegeGraduate School andHonors university has a significant presence across Virginia including Blacksburg the greater Washington D.C. area the Health Sciences and Technology Campus in Roanoke sites in Newport News and Richmond and numerousExtension officesandresearch institutes.A leading global research institution Virginia Tech conducts more than $650 million in research annually.

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