AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS MANAGER - 71002329

Requisition No: 870112 

Agency: Department of Law Enforcement

Working Title: AIRCRAFT OPERATIONS MANAGER - 71002329

 Pay Plan: SES

Position Number: 71002329 

Salary:  $90,000.00 - $130,000.00 

Posting Closing Date: 02/25/2026 

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MULTI - ENGINE RECIPROCAL AIRCRAFT PILOT

OFFICE OF STRATEGIC JUSTICE PROGRAMS

AVIATION AND PREPARDNESS

TALLAHASSEE, FLORIDA

**Open-Competitive Opportunity**

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

The incumbent in this position will be responsible for conducting and completing aviation missions in support of FDLE investigations, protective operations, and mutual aid incidents.  Additionally, when the incumbent is not involved in aviation activities, he/she will perform activities in support of the Aviation Unit and the Office of Strategic Justice Programs, Aviation and Preparedness Division. Other tasks may include training, participating in flight operations procedures, maintenance tasks, and safety efforts of the Aviation Unit.

SPECIAL NOTES:

The incumbent must live within a 50-mile radius of Tallahassee, FL. The incumbent will be required to travel within and outside the state of Florida for multiple days. The missions assigned will dictate the schedules and locations. The incumbent will further be required to sign a 3-year training agreement upon hiring (if the position being offered requires the incumbent to attend aviation training courses paid by FDLE).

To be considered as a potential candidate, you must meet the minimum qualifications(s) listed below. Degrees must be from an accredited college or university as recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Certification by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) as a commercial pilot with an instrument rating, possess a multi-engine fixed wing rating, at least 50 hours of night flight time, 50 hours of instrument flight time, 500 hours multi-engine Pilot in Command and a minimum of 1500 hours total flight time.

Must possess or obtain a valid FAA Class II medical certificate prior to employment. Applicants not currently rated for a FDLE aircraft will be required to complete training.  Salary will increase accordingly once training is complete.  Preference will be given to applicants, regardless of hours to whom possess the below, as well as experience as a Certified Flight Instructor (CFI), or Airframe and/or Powerplant Mechanic (A&P):

• Type rating for a Cessna Citation 680A (Latitude / Sovereign);
• Airline Transport Pilot’s certificate;
• Sworn law enforcement experience;
• Florida law enforcement certification;
• Four-year degree from accredited college or university;
• Type rating for a Beechcraft King Air 350;
• Flight instructor certification;
• Rotorcraft Helicopter rating.
• Certified A&P Mechanic, with or without inspection authority; and
• Aviation Program Management experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of Federal Aviation Administration Regulations;
• Knowledge of grammar, punctuation, and spelling;
• Skill in operating navigational aids;
• Skill in flying under instrument conditions;
• Ability to perform preventive maintenance on aircraft;
• Ability to work in dangerous and stressful situations;
• Ability to probe and obtain critical facts;
• Ability to describe facts and events accurately;
• Ability to analyze and interpret data;
• Ability to prepare and maintain accurate logs, records and reports;
• Ability to plan, organize and coordinate work assignments;
• Ability to communicate effectively; and
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others

BASE SALARY:

• $90,000-$130,000

Salary for the position will be commensurate with experience and training.

HOW YOU WILL GROW:

FDLE recognizes the importance of growth and success while fostering a family-oriented work environment. We encourage our members to seek opportunities for professional growth through training, team building, and mentoring. Our four Fundamental Values of Service, Integrity, Respect and Quality will guide you as you embark on a lifelong career at FDLE.

OUR SALARY & BENEFITS:

Starting salary will be the minimum of the class pay range, unless otherwise dictated by FDLE’s pay policy. FDLE is a State of Florida Employer and offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• State of Florida Tuition Waiver Program;
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick leave;
• HMO and PPO health insurance options with premiums starting as low as $50 per month;
• $25,000 in automatic life insurance coverage;
• Multiple supplemental insurance options including: dental, vision, disability and more;
• Paid maternity leave and parental leave following the birth or adoption of a child;
• Pension and investment retirement plan options; and
• Tax deferred medical and child care reimbursement accounts.

ABOUT OUR AGENCY:

The Florida Department of Law Enforcement (FDLE) employs more than 2,000 members statewide – either at headquarters in Tallahassee or in one of seven regional operations centers (ROCs). Our mission is to promote public safety and strengthen domestic security. Click here for additional information about FDLE.

The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.

Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.

The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act.