Contract Pilot - Cessna

About the Role: We are seeking a contract pilot(s) to fly a Cessna 340A under Part 91 based at Conroe-North Houston Regional Airport (KCXO). This is an as-needed contract position covering owner-directed trips, repositioning, and maintenance flights. The right pilot will be professional, safety-focused, and comfortable operating a pressurized piston twin in the Gulf Coast environment - summer heat, coastal weather, and single-pilot IFR in busy Houston-area airspace. We are looking for a long-term working relationship. As flight activity grows, this contract role has the potential to convert to a full-time salaried position.

Responsibilities: Operate the Cessna 340A safely and in full compliance with FARs, insurance requirements, and manufacturer limitations Conduct thorough preflight planning: weather, fuel, weight and balance, performance, and alternates Provide professional, discreet service to owners and passengers Coordinate scheduling, FBO services, fuel, catering, and ground transportation as needed Complete post-flight walkarounds and promptly report any discrepancies or squawks Maintain accurate flight logs, Hobbs/Tach records, and trip documentation Coordinate with maintenance on aircraft status, inspections, and AD/service bulletin compliance Fly maintenance, repositioning, and post-maintenance test flights as requested Maintain aircraft cleanliness and readiness between trips

Minimum Qualifications: FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate - Airplane Multi-Engine Land Instrument rating, current and proficient for single-pilot IFRCurrent FAA Second-Class Medical (or better)Current flight review and instrument currency Meets or exceeds insurance underwriting minimums (final requirements set by the carrier - see note below)Valid driver's license and reliable transportation to KCXOAbility to pass a background check and provide a current pilot resume, certificates, medical, and logbook summary Clean FAA records - no accidents, incidents, violations, or enforcement actions Experience 1,200 hours total time 200 hours multi-engine 50 hours instrument (actual and simulated)25 hours in Cessna 340 or similar make and model (or an approved type-specific initial course)Pilots close to these numbers are encouraged to apply - final requirements will be determined by insurance approval. We will review individual experience for qualification.

Preferred Qualifications: Time in type - Cessna 340/340ATwin Cessna experience (300/400 series - 310, 320, 335, 340, 401, 402, 414, 421)Turbocharged and pressurized piston experience Formal type-specific training is a plusATP certificateCFI/CFII/MEIFamiliarity with Houston-area airspace and Gulf Coast weather Garmin GTN / G500-series or comparable avionics proficiency Prior Part 91 owner-flown or corporate flight department experience Schedule & Commitment As-needed contract basis; trips scheduled in advance where possible with occasional short-notice requests Mix of day trips and multi-day itineraries with overnights Availability for weekend and holiday flying Estimated volume: 20-60 hours a month