Ministry Pilot – Aviation for Humanitarian Missions

About the role

Samaritan's Purse is seeking a Ministry Pilot to join its Mission Aviation Services team in Entebbe, Uganda. The pilot will provide safe, reliable fixed‑wing air transport for humanitarian programs across East and Central Africa, often reaching locations inaccessible by road.

Key responsibilities

• File flight plans, obtain and interpret weather data, and conduct aircraft weight‑and‑balance calculations.
• Load and unload passengers, luggage, and cargo while ensuring aircraft cleanliness and sanitation.
• Perform pre‑flight and post‑flight safety checks and assist with hangar maintenance.
• Maintain up‑to‑date aircraft charts and software.
• Coordinate with the FAA as required and fulfill any additional duties assigned.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum 1,200 flight hours.
• First Class Medical certificate.
• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate – Airplane Single/Multi Engine Land with Instrument Rating.
• 12 credit hours of Biblical Studies (or willingness to complete after hire).
• Family accompaniment and willingness to travel up to 35% of the time.

Required skills

• FAA Commercial Pilot Certificate.
• Instrument Rating for Single and Multi‑Engine Land aircraft.
• First Class Medical certification.
• Aviation Maintenance (A&P) certification – preferred.

What we offer

• Full‑time permanent position with a mission‑driven NGO.
• Opportunities to serve the Gospel while using professional aviation expertise.
• Family accompaniment and support for humanitarian travel.