Pilot - Electric Aircraft
Reference: 709459
Location: Stavanger, Norway
Type: 8-month FTC
Sector: Airlines and Aviation
Description
Our client is a global leader in commercial helicopter services, operating one of the world's largest fleets to support offshore energy, search and rescue, and emergency medical operations worldwide.
The Role
We're seeking a skilled Pilot to join our Client's exclusive team operating revolutionary fully electric aircraft in Norway's dedicated test environment. You'll command cutting-edge electric aircraft under special certification, executing test flights across all operational conditions. This transformative project demonstrates electric aviation's readiness to integrate with existing infrastructure through proven cargo operations.
Key Responsibilities
Flight Operations:
Conduct single-pilot operations to meet project deliverables
Monitor aircraft performance, limitations, and safety parameters
Develop operational procedures and manuals
Safety & Compliance:
Develop risk assessments and safety cases
Maintain expertise in EASA & FAA regulations
Ensure compliance with standard operating procedures
Collaboration:
Work with engineering and operations teams
Present progress to VIP visitors, executives, and regulators
Key Requirements
Essential:
Right to work in Norway and EU
EASA or FAA CPL(A) + IR with Single Engine Land endorsement
Class One medical certificate with single pilot privileges
1,000+ total flight hours
500+ hours as Pilot in Command
100+ hours instrument flight time as PIC (single engine)
Single-engine, single-pilot VFR/IFR experience in similar geography / climate
Personal Attributes:
Excellent communication and leadership skills
Ability to thrive in fast-paced, cross-functional environment
Clean background check required
Due to current workloads, Simpson Booth regrets to inform that in the instance you have not heard from us within 2 weeks of your application, you are to consider your application unsuccessful at this time.