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State of Michigan
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Aircraft Pilot E12-13 (Office of Aeronautics)
State of Michigan
Transportation
Location
Michigan, 48909
Salary
$27.25 - $44.73
per hour
Type
Closes
March 9, 2026
Job Description
Summary
This job involves flying state-owned aircraft to transport important officials like the Governor and other government passengers across Michigan, ensuring safe and comfortable flights in all weather conditions.
The role also includes preparing and presenting safety talks to various groups. It's ideal for experienced pilots who enjoy public service and have a strong focus on safety and reliability.
Key Requirements
- Current commercial pilot certificate with instrument and multi-engine ratings
- Valid first or second class FAA medical certification
- For E12 level: Two years of piloting experience with single/multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft or helicopters, and 750 total flying hours (at least 200 in the last two years)
- For E13 level: Three years of piloting experience with single/multi-engine fixed-wing aircraft or helicopters, and 1,000 total flying hours (at least 200 in the last two years)
- High school education or equivalent
- Ability to fly in all weather conditions while maintaining passenger safety
- Safety-sensitive position compliant with FAA and DOT regulations
Full Job Description
This position performs professional piloting of state-owned aircraft for the transportation of the Governor, legislature, judiciary, state agencies and approved passengers. Includes the requirement to fly single-engine piston and/or light twin engine un-pressurized aircraft with 5 or less passenger seating, or as pilot-in-command, or co-pilot on the pressurized turbine powered aircraft and high-performance turbo-prop aircraft, in all weather conditions while maintaining passenger safety, confidence and comfort.
This position engages in preparation and presentation of aviation safety related topics to targeted groups. This position is considered safety sensitive in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Department of Transportation (DOT) regulations.
The "Salary" listed above is a range that reflects the minimum rate at the experienced (E12) level through the maximum rate at the advanced (13) level. Based on education and experience, candidates will be reviewed to determine what level they are qualified for.
For additional information, please see the links below:
For information on benefits, visit www.mi.gov/employeebenefits or www.mi.gov/orsstatedc.
The State of Michigan has been recognized as a leading U.S. employer by new graduates from 2021-2023 and a best large U.S. and state employer.
Recognized on the international stage for fostering positive employee engagement, the State of Michigan is a past recipient of a North America Government Agency Employees Engagement Award.
Requirements
Education
Educational level typically acquired through completion of high school.
Experience
Aircraft Pilot E12
Two years of experience piloting single and/or multi-engine fixed wing aircraft or helicopters and completion of 750 hours flying time, not less than 200 hours of which must have been gained within the last two years.
Aircraft Pilot 13
Three years of experience piloting single and/or multi-engine fixed wing aircraft or helicopters and completion of 1,000 hours flying time, not less than 200 hours of which must have been gained within the last two years.
Additional Information
To be considered for this Aircraft Pilot E12 position you must:- Possess a current commercial pilot certificate with instrument and multi-engine ratings
- Possess a valid first or second class FAA medical certification
To be considered for this Aircraft Pilot 13 position you must:
- Possess a current commercial pilot certificate with instrument and multi-engine ratings
- Possess a valid first or second class FAA medical certification
View the entire job specification at: https://www.michigan.gov/mdcs/-/media/Project/Websites/mdcs/JOBSPECS/A/AircraftPilot.pdf
MDOT does not participate in E-Verify and does not sponsor visa applications.
This position is a Test-Designated Position.
The selected candidate may be required to submit to and pass a pre-employment/pre-appointment drug test and physical (if applicable) and will be subject to random drug and alcohol testing while employed in this position.
Criminal and driving records will also be checked if applicable.
Any position offer will be conditional until results of the drug test, physical, criminal background, and driving records indicate eligibility for employment.
The department reserves the right to close this posting prior to its original end date once a sufficient number of applications have been received.
Your application for any position does not guarantee that you will be contacted by the Department for further consideration. Only those applicants interviewed will be notified of the results.
The use of artificial intelligence (AI) software of any kind is prohibited in all areas of the selection process including, but not limited to, responses to application questions and responses to interview questions or exercises.
If you have questions related to this posting, please contact Camryn Nauta at nautac@michigan.gov.
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