Q400 Training Pilot

Step into the cockpit of Canada’s next-generation aircrew training. Join our team to help shape the future of RCAF aircrew through a groundbreaking program that blends live flying, simulation, and classroom instruction. This is more than a job — leave a legacy training Canadian military aviators. Your next mission starts here!

PAL Aerospace, in partnership with Sky Alyne —the prime contractor for Canada’s Future Aircrew Training ( FAcT ) Program—is delivering cutting-edge training to prepare Air Combat Systems Officers (ACSOs), and Airborne Electronic Sensor Operators (AES Ops) for the demands of modern operations. Based in Winnipeg, you’ll play a key role in supporting flight operations and flying challenging mission profiles using three miss ionized De Havilland Dash 8-400 (CT-142Q Citadel) aircraft with 402 Squadron.

This is a rare opportunity to work alongside the RCAF as a civilian, contributing directly to Canada’s national defense and future capabilities.

“Being part of the FAcT program offers a rare chance to take your skills and apply them in a way that truly makes a difference. Working with advanced aircraft like the De Havilland Canada Dash 8-400 is an incredible opportunity for any pilot looking to grow their experience and be part of something meaningful.” — Trevor Juby, MSAT Chief Pilot, PAL Aerospace

PAL Aerospace is searching for an experienced pilot to be the Q400 Training Pilot to join our team in Winnipeg, MB . As Senior Training Captain, you'll help shape the future of RCAF aircrew. This is a unique opportunity where you, as a civilian, can be part of the RCAF community!

• Responsive to the Commanding Officer of 402 Squadron through the Q400 Multi Sensor Aircrew Trainer (MSAT) CT142Q Chief Pilot and the Contractor, to train, monitor, and supervise the Line CT142Q pilots.
• Responsible to manage all CT142Q pilot training, currency, proficiency and evaluation requirements; ensuring all CT142Q pilots are qualified and current.
• Assist with the management of the daily activities and resources that will support flightline operations, dispatching, and the Airworthiness requirements of the FAcT flying program and MSAT.
• Fly as a qualified CT142Q pilot to support ACSO and AES Op training, performing all associated activities that support the instructional mission including weather briefs, crew/mission briefs and crew/mission debriefs.
• Execute the duties of the Aircraft Commander for instructional missions and pilot currency flights.
• Conduct pilot proficiency and upgrade checks on MSAT pilots and maintain relevant electronic progress books. Provide analysis and feedback through the Chief Pilot regarding pilot progression and proficiency.
• Provide pilot subject matter expertise to support the FAcT r amp up and transition-in activities up to Ready for Training (RFT) and Training Steady State (TSS). These activities enable the school house stand-up, Operational Readiness Testing(ORT) and Field Trials (FTs), supporting courseware development, Operational Test & Evaluation (OT&E) and customer acceptance activities. Participate on the Training Development Team (TDT) working group, as required.
• Support certification of the Flight Dispatch Personnel and assist with Squadron Operations accreditation requirements.
• Participate in Wing, Squadron, and Flight-mandated briefings, instructor development briefings, Fatigue Risk Management System training, as well as participate in Progress Review Boards and Instructor Reviews, as required.

• Recent (within 10 years) military or professional flying experience, or 500+ hrs Pilot-in-Command on multi-crew aircraft.
• Military flight Instruction experience at an Operational Training Unit, Conversion Flight, or…