Explore Pilot Jobs Paying $100K or More

Find pilot jobs for experienced aviation professionals seeking high-paying opportunities. Ladders features vetted positions with salaries of $100,000 or more, including roles across commercial airlines, corporate aviation, cargo operations, and other specialized aviation organizations. Browse current openings and compare roles by employer, location, aircraft, and experience requirements.

Types of Pilot Roles

Pilot opportunities vary by aircraft, operation, and employer. Airline pilots fly scheduled passenger routes, while cargo pilots transport freight. Corporate and charter pilots operate private or on-demand flights. Other roles may include flight instructors, test pilots, and pilots supporting government, emergency, or specialized aviation missions. Responsibilities and compensation depend on the position and the operation.

Qualifications and Experience

Requirements differ by role and jurisdiction, but professional pilot positions commonly require appropriate pilot certificates and ratings, a current medical certificate, and relevant flight experience. Employers may also require specific aircraft qualifications, a minimum number of flight hours, and the legal right to work in the role’s location. Review each listing for its exact qualifications and licensing requirements.

Build Your Pilot Career

Advancement may involve earning additional ratings, gaining experience on more complex aircraft, or moving into senior captain, training, or leadership positions. Keep your résumé current with certifications, aircraft experience, flight hours, and operational expertise. Search Ladders for vetted pilot openings with salaries of $100,000 or more and find roles that align with your qualifications and career goals.

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$100K - $120K *

Drive a safe and efficient flight operation while ensuring compliance with aviation regulations. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to provide a top-tier flight experience, prioritizing safety, pr...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing pilot skills through comprehensive training programs. Collaborate with aviation professionals to deliver high-quality instruction, ensuring safety and perform...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by leading as a Captain for the Falcon 900 DX Easy, overseeing operations across North America and Europe. Join a stable, supportive environment focused on safety, efficiency, and car...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Discover the skies as you take ownership of flight operations, ensuring safety and service excellence. You'll engage in teamwork to foster a positive experience for passengers while managing pre-fligh...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Lead the safe air transport of patients and medical staff in CareFlite's Bell 407GX. Ensure compliance with FAA regulations, conduct aircraft inspections, and foster teamwork in our mission-driven env...

4 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $95K *

Drive the safe and efficient operation of company aircraft, ensuring compliance with FAA regulations while providing exceptional service to passengers. Collaborate with teams for flight planning and m...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Drive excellence in emergency medical aviation as a Helicopter Air Ambulance Pilot. Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver critical care swiftly and safely, leveraging your expertise in helicopt...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$90K - $110K *

Deliver exceptional air medical services as a Helicopter Pilot, ensuring safe and efficient transport of patients. Collaborate with a dedicated team to provide critical care in high-pressure situation...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$91K - $102K *

Elevate air medical transport by ensuring compliance and safety for patient flights. Your expertise will ensure optimal aircraft readiness and adherence to rigorous operational standards, contributing...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $93K *

Take ownership of safe aircraft operations, ensuring compliance with regulations and airworthiness for medical transport. Collaborate with teams to deliver exceptional service within a defined operati...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$99K - $124K *

Lead the charge in safe and efficient helicopter operations, ensuring compliance with regulations while providing exceptional service to medical teams and patients. Collaborate with colleagues and eng...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $93K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing critical air medical transport. Ensure aircraft safety and compliance while operating in a fast-paced environment, transporting medical crews and patients eff...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $93K *

Deliver critical air medical services by piloting aircraft safely and efficiently, ensuring compliance with regulations and operational standards while supporting medical teams in urgent patient trans...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $117K *

Accelerate progress at our medical air transportation team by safely piloting helicopters. Collaborate with medical experts to ensure timely and efficient patient transport while maintaining high safe...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Healthcare

$106K - $117K *

Lead critical medical air transportation services, ensuring safety and efficiency while collaborating with a dedicated team of medical professionals. This role demands expertise in helicopter operatio...

1 week ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $290K *

Lead and oversee all flight operations, ensuring safety, compliance, and efficiency. Manage pilot standards, training, and scheduling while fostering a culture of accountability and excellence within...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $102K *

Lead the safe operation of aircraft for medical transport, ensuring compliance with regulations and airworthiness. Collaborate with medical teams and conduct thorough pre-flight checks to deliver crit...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$86K - $117K *

Deliver exceptional flight operations by ensuring safety, providing top-notch service, and managing all aspects of the passenger experience. Operate aircraft with full authority while maintaining a pr...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Drive excellence in corporate aviation by ensuring safety and reliability while providing world-class service. Collaborate with executives and manage flight operations effectively, adapting to dynamic...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Transportation

$91K - $100K *

Lead the charge in providing critical medical air transportation services, ensuring safety and efficiency while collaborating with medical teams. This role demands expertise in helicopter operations a...

6 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Healthcare

$157K - $283K *

Manage large-scale aviation projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery while leading a team of professionals. Leverage your extensive experience to enhance passenger facilities and drive community...

2 days ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$82K - $93K *

Join our team to ensure safe aircraft operations for medical transport, adhering to regulations and maintaining airworthiness. Collaborate with medical crews and conduct detailed flight planning in a...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$83K - $100K *

Partner with us to save lives as a skilled pilot delivering critical care. You'll operate in diverse environments, contributing your expertise to life-saving missions while experiencing the thrill of...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $425K *

Partner with us to establish a premier flight operation, ensuring safety and compliance while delivering exceptional service. Join a collaborative team dedicated to creating outstanding experiences fo...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$187K - $257K *

Join a team that's redefining aviation as a test pilot, executing flight tests for innovative CTOL/VTOL aircraft. Collaborate on planning, safety reviews, and engineering duties while ensuring complia...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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