About This Role
Jet Aviation is seeking a Rochester-based Captain for Challenger 650 operations in an elite private aviation environment. The Captain will assume full responsibility for safe, efficient flight operations, lead a professional crew, operate domestic and worldwide routes, adapt to changing conditions, and deliver a discreet, high-quality experience for clients. The role combines flight leadership, safety and security compliance, aircraft-systems expertise, trip administration, accurate reporting, and professional representation of Jet Aviation.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Command all assigned flights and make critical decisions that ensure compliance with federal, local, and company regulations.
- Maintain complete knowledge of aircraft systems, manage flight plans, and adapt to changing conditions to deliver safe and seamless trips.
- Perform the TSA In-Flight Security Coordinator functions under the applicable Twelve-Five or private charter standard security program, conduct or delegate passenger safety briefings, report hazards and aircraft discrepancies, and support open safety communication.
- Manage trip documentation, aircraft manuals, and accurate trip paperwork, while representing Jet Aviation professionally to clients and colleagues.
What We Offer
Eligible employees can receive health, dental, and vision insurancematching 401(k)health savings and flexible spending accountsshort-term and long-term disability coveragelife insuranceemployee assistance programshealth and wellness awardsgenerous paid time offtuition reimbursementemployee discountsand other benefits.
Requirements
- Applicants must hold an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate and FAA First Class Medical and have 3,500 hours of total fixed-wing time, including 1,500 hours as Pilot in Command, 1,500 hours of multi-engine time, 500 hours of turbo-jet time, 500 hours of turbine time, 100 hours of night time, and 75 hours of simulated instrument time.
- The role requires flexibility to work variable schedules, extensive worldwide travel without restrictions, a high school diploma, and a valid driver's license with a clean record.
- Preferred qualifications include strong interpersonal, organizational, communication, problem-solving, integrity, discretion, and quality-focused capabilities, a college degree, and an appropriate aircraft type rating with currency.