Airplane Pilot

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Location: Mesa, AZ, US

Date: Sep 25, 2026

Requisition ID : 20550

Join us in building a better future for Arizona!

SRP is one of the largest public power and water utilities in the U.S. providing electricity to approximately one million customers in the greater metropolitan Phoenix area. Since its founding in 1903, SRP has fostered a culture of stewardship and customer service consistently ranking as an industry leader in customer service according to J.D. Power and named one of Arizona's best employers by Forbes. SRP continues to adapt to its changing business environment by seeking innovative ways to reimagine utility service and the provision of critical resources essential to the life and economy of Arizona.

Why Work at SRP

At SRP, we foster an inclusive work environment and believe everyone should have a fair chance to work, regardless of who they are. That’s why we value teams with diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds to help SRP deliver on its mission of providing reliable, affordable and sustainable water and power.

SRP's success is rooted in our employees' happiness, health, and safety. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package to meet the needs of our employees and enhance their well-being. In addition to competitive pay and performance incentives, eligible employees can take advantage of the following benefits:

• Pension Plan (at no cost to the employee)
• 401(k) plan with employer matching
• Available your first day: Medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Over 200+ hours of PTO (includes vacation days, holidays, floating holidays, and sick leave)
• Parental leave (up to 4 weeks) and adoption assistance
• Wellness programs (including access to a recreation and fitness facility)
• Short and long-term disability plans
• Tuition assistance for both undergraduate and graduate programs
• 10 Employee Resource Groups for career development, community service, and networking

Summary

The Airplane Pilot at SRP provides exceptional fixed-wing flight operations expertise. Responsible for professional flight operations and supporting non-flying duties essential to the flight department’s success. This role requires extensive flight operations experience and the ability to quickly acquire new aviation skills.

• Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) for SRP’s fixed-wing aircraft, including a Cessna Citation 560 series airplane.
• Conduct a variety of missions, including parts transport, corporate/VIP travel, and crew shuttles.
• Operate in complex airspace (Phoenix metro area), throughout the U.S., and occasionally in Mexico.
• Operate safely in high-density altitude environments and in day/night IFR conditions.
• Perform cross-country flights, including overnight trips, as needed.
• Execute short-field takeoffs and landings.
• Ground handle, load, and refuel aircraft as required.
• Communicate with passengers regarding safety procedures and flight details.
• Perform additional job-related non‑flying duties as assigned to support overall flight department success.

Education

A high school diploma, GED, or equivalent is required.

Experience

• Minimum 3,000 hours fixed-wing PIC time, including:
  • 1,500 hours multi-engine
  • 1,000 hours turbine
  • 100 hours in make/model (or as required by insurance)
• Valid ATP certificate required.
• Valid type rating for Cessna 500 series (preferred)

Additional Requirements and Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to exercise sound, independent judgment and self-dispatch authority in alignment with SRP Safety Management Systems (SMS) and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
• Proven capability to collaborate and communicate effectively with diverse SRP teams, including union trade personnel, engineers, environmental stakeholders, and corporate executives.
• Availability to work flexible schedules, including overtime and non-standard hours.
• Ability to maintain an FAA Class II flight physical and a lifestyle that supports safe flight operations.
• Strong safety judgment, including the ability to cancel, delay, or modify flights when safe outcomes cannot be assured, and clearly communicate these decisions while supporting alternate planning efforts.
• Maintain proficiency in required IT systems, including SRP-designated software, computers, and related equipment.
• Completion of required ground school and simulator training relevant to SRP’s fixed-wing aircraft within the past 12 months.
• Routinely operate from hot, high-altitude airports with up to 20-30 knot crosswinds, using 80% to 100% of runway takeoff distance.
• Ability to perform all required flight planning, including crew rest and customs requirements.
• Prepare aircraft for flight, including cleaning and catering setup.
• Participate in off-site recurrent training and complete all required corporate training.
• Fulltime Pilots must be available to report to Falcon Field within 45 minutes of notice, as needed.

Hybrid Workplace

SRP currently offers a hybrid workplace, which allows employees whose jobs can be performed remotely, and who have sufficient technical capability, to telework up to three days per week. Although teleworking is available, all employees must live and work in Arizona.

Drug/Alcohol Policy Statement

To promote the safety and well-being of our employees, customers, and the communities we serve, SRP is committed to maintaining a drug/alcohol free work environment. Although marijuana may now be legal in Arizona, except as otherwise specified under Arizona law, SRP considers it to be an illegal drug for the purpose of our drug/alcohol policy because marijuana remains illegal at the federal level. Any candidate found to be impaired during the hiring process or who has the presence of an illegal drug or unauthorized substance in their system during the pre-employment drug/alcohol test may be disqualified from further consideration in the hiring process.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Salt River Project (SRP) is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, military status, or any other protected status under applicable federal, state or local law.

Work Authorization

All candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States.
Currently, SRP does not sponsor H1B visas, OPT, or other employment-related visa's.