2026–27 filled
Cessna 172 Pilot
250+ hours minimum- Commercial certificate
- Instrument current and proficient
- 7.5-month seasonal commitment
Careers
A real flying job.
Fly meaningful missions, make real PIC decisions, and build 500–600 hours across a typical imagery season.
The country is your office.
Our seasonal pilots operate across the contiguous United States with opportunities for Alaska assignments in select summers. You will manage your aircraft, coordinate with FBOs and maintenance, work with ATC, and make daily go/no-go decisions.
Safety comes first. JAV pilots are supported by owners and technicians who understand field operations and respect the pilot in command.
Current openings
Plan for the next season.
Positions for the 2026–27 survey season are filled. New openings are expected in September 2027.2026–27 filled
Cessna 182 Pilot
400+ hours minimum- Commercial certificate
- High-performance endorsement
- 7.5-month seasonal commitment
2026–27 filled
Cessna 206 Pilot
500+ hours minimum- Commercial certificate
- Turbo or 206 experience preferred
- 7.5-month seasonal commitment