Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Makers Air, an FAA Part 135 air carrier servicing The Bahamas and South Florida, is seeking motivated and safety-focused commercial pilots to join our Second-in-Command (SIC) Training Program. This structured program provides hands-on exposure to commercial operations with a direct pathway to Captain once required flight hours and company training milestones are met.
What You’ll Do:
- Assist with preflight preparation, right-seat duties, and passenger service
- Participate in daily scheduled and charter operations throughout The Bahamas
- Complete FAA Part 135 ground and flight training
- Support aircraft loading, weight and balance calculations and perform duties assigned by the Captain.
What We’re Looking For:
- Airplane Single Engine Land (ASEL) FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate
- Minimum FAA Second-Class Medical
- Minimum 200 flight hours
- Valid U.S. Passport with unrestricted travel to The Bahamas
- Strong communication skills and a professional demeanor
- Dynamic work environment based in South Florida with Caribbean routes
Requirements:
Qualifications, Certificates, Licenses & Document Requirements:
- FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate – Airplane Single Engine Land (ASEL)
- Current FAA Second-Class Medical Certificate
- Minimum Total Flight Time: 200
- Instrument Rating – Must be current and proficient under Part 61/91
- Valid U.S. Passport – Must be able to travel internationally without restrictions
- High School Diploma or GED required (Associate or Bachelor’s Degree preferred)
- English Proficiency – Must be able to read, speak, write, and understand the English language fluently as required by 14 CFR § 61.83(c)
- Clean FAA Record – No prior certificate suspensions or revocations
- Ability to pass DOT/FAA-mandated Drug & Alcohol Screening
- No significant aviation violations or recent incidents/accidents
Benefits:
- Clear pathway to Captain status upon reaching required flight hours and completing internal training benchmarks.
- Ground school, flight training, and operational onboarding fully covered.
- Build real-world flight hours flying to some of the most beautiful destinations in the Bahamas.
- Fly under the guidance of experienced Captains and gain meaningful hours toward your ATP goals.
- Look sharp from day one uniform and travel gear included.
- Performance Milestones & Recognition: Celebrate achievements with incremental incentives as you progress through the program.
- Work alongside a team that values safety, growth, and professionalism.