Pilot Technical Interviewer

Take Flight in a Critical Hiring Role: Pilot Technical Interviewer
Help Select the Next Generation of Professional Pilots for a World-Class Aviation Operation

PDS Tech Commercial is seeking an experienced Pilot Technical Interviewer to support pilot hiring efforts for a leading organization in the distribution and aviation industry. This unique opportunity is designed exclusively for retired Flight Qualified Supervisors or Managers who are passionate about aviation excellence, safety, and mentoring future pilots.

In this highly impactful position, you'll leverage your operational expertise and leadership experience to evaluate pilot candidates, influence hiring decisions, and help maintain the highest standards of safety, professionalism, and FAA compliance. Your judgment and recommendations will play a vital role in shaping the future pilot workforce.
Position Details

• Job Title: Pilot Technical Interviewer
• Location: Louisville, KY 40213
• Job Type: Full-Time, 6-Month Contract
• Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
• Pay Rate: $43.20 - $70.00 per hour

What You'll Do

As a Pilot Technical Interviewer, you'll serve as a key member of the pilot hiring process, partnering closely with Workforce Planning, Human Resources, and Flight District leadership to identify and assess top aviation talent.
Key Responsibilities

• Recruit, screen, interview, evaluate, and recommend pilot candidates for employment
• Conduct technical interviews and simulator evaluations to assess pilot competency and qualifications
• Review candidate credentials, licenses, flight hours, flying experience, and overall suitability
• Evaluate technical skills, judgment, professionalism, and cultural fit
• Provide recommendations based on extensive experience as a former Flight Qualified Supervisor or Manager
• Collaborate with HR teams throughout the pilot selection process
• Complete interview evaluations and provide detailed hiring feedback
• Screen resumes and evaluate candidate referrals
• Conduct phone screenings and candidate counseling sessions
• Identify technical and performance concerns in applicants' flight histories
• Operate simulator devices to accurately assess pilot capabilities
• Assist with workforce planning initiatives and special hiring projects
• Support scheduling activities related to interviews and simulator evaluations
• Represent the organization at pilot recruiting events, job fairs, and industry functions
• Maintain strict confidentiality while handling sensitive candidate and hiring information

Travel Requirements

• Occasional, limited domestic travel may be required
• Travel may include air travel or use of a personal vehicle
• Approved business expenses will be reimbursed in accordance with company guidelines
• No international travel required

Required Qualifications

• Retired Flight Qualified Supervisor or Manager
• Positive rehire status and recommendation from the Hiring Manager
• Previous employment within the Flight District
• flying experience
• Prior leadership experience as a:
  • Check Airman
  • Evaluator
  • Instructor
  • Flight Qualified Manager/Supervisor
• Ability to conduct pilot technical evaluations and simulator assessments
• Experience interviewing, mentoring, or evaluating pilots
• Ability to operate flight simulator systems
• Strong decision-making and judgment skills
• Ability to handle highly confidential information
• Must successfully obtain and maintain a Security Identification Display Area (SIDA) background check
• Ability to travel domestically when required
• Flexibility to support interview and simulator evaluation schedules
• Ability to meet management appearance standards

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive experience in pilot recruitment, selection, or workforce planning
• Strong knowledge of FAA regulations and pilot qualification standards
• Experience collaborating with HR and recruiting teams
• Strong communication and coaching abilities
• Proven ability to identify and assess candidate technical proficiency and cultural fit
• Experience representing aviation organizations at recruiting events and industry functions

Your Experience Matters. Your Expertise Makes a Difference.

If you're a retired Flight Qualified Manager or Supervisor ready to help identify and develop the next generation of aviation professionals, we want to hear from you.

Apply today and bring your flight leadership experience, operational expertise, and commitment to safety to this impactful Pilot Technical Interviewer opportunity with PDS Tech Commercial.

Pay Details: $43.20 to $70.00 per hour

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Military connected talent encouraged to apply

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance

Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

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