Msp Instructor Pilot; Msp Helicopter Instructor Pilot
Listed on 2026-02-24
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Aerospace / Aviation / Avionics, Pilot
Introduction
This is an INTERNAL RECRUITMENT restricted to current full-time, permanent and contractual Maryland State Police Employees only and full-time employees working with the Maryland State Police by contract. PLEASE FILL OUT THE APPLICATION COMPLETELY. The application is part of the examination process. Your answers will determine your eligibility to participate in the next phase of the selection process. Clearly describe your qualifications in detail.
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PILT 0005
LOCATION OF POSITIONMSP, Trooper 1, Baltimore Section Martin State Airport 3023 Strawberry Point Road Middle River, MD 21220
Main Purpose of JobResponsible for the administration of initial, recurrent flight and ground training programs for Command Pilots and other personnel. Conducts specialized training with the Department and allied agencies. Directly responsible for and is the final authority over the operation of the aircraft assigned to him. This includes ground as well as flight operations. Ensures all Maryland State Police (MSP) and Aviation Command policies as well as Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Regulations concerning operation of Departmental aircraft are strictly followed.
Responsible for the aircraft being in a constant state of readiness and will notify the appropriate supervisor of any discrepancy of a grounding nature. Responsible for all records concerning the aircraft. Makes recommendations on new equipment, procedures, innovations, etc., as deemed appropriate, through channels to the Commander. Constantly reviews FAA Regulations and Air Traffic Control procedures for the area of operation.
Works in conjunction with the Second-in-Command Pilot (SIC), medical personnel and other passengers to form the crew.
Responsible for the administration of initial, recurrent flight and ground training programs for Command Personnel or as directed by the MSP Chief Pilot, Director of Flight Operations or Commander. Conducts specialized training with the Department and allied agencies. Responsible for maintaining records management pertaining to certifications and training functions. Maintains Certified Flight Instructor and Certified Flight Instructor Instrument ratings. Satisfactorily completes the initial and recurrent training of the MSP Aviation Command Standards.
MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
Experience:
Completion of 2600 helicopter or fixed wing flight hours as a FAA licensed pilot.
Note:
Candidates may substitute U.S. Armed Forces military service experience as a non-commissioned officer in Naval Aviation Pilot classifications or Rotary Wing Aviator, Pilot, or Pilots/Naval Flight Officers specialty codes in the Piloting field of work on a year-for-year basis for the required experience.
- Must have 2600 helicopter flight hours (can not combine helicopter and fixed wing hours) as a FAA licensed pilot.
- AW-139 Type Rating
- Turbine Instruction Experience
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