About This Role
Jet Aviation is seeking an experienced Global 6000 Captain for its private aviation operation in Wheeling, Illinois. The Captain will assume full responsibility for safe and efficient flight operations, lead a professional crew, serve domestic and international clients, adapt to changing operational conditions, and represent Jet Aviation through exceptional safety, service, discretion, and professionalism.
Duties & Responsibilities
- The Captain commands all assigned flights and makes critical decisions to ensure compliance with federal, local, and company regulations.
- Duties include maintaining complete working knowledge of aircraft systems, operating with precision, managing flight plans, adapting to changing conditions, and delivering a seamless travel experience.
- The Captain performs the TSA In-Flight Security Coordinator function under the applicable twelve-five or private charter security program, conducts or delegates passenger safety briefings to the second in command, supports open communication on safety issues, reports hazards, records aircraft discrepancies, maintains trip documentation and aircraft manuals, completes accurate trip paperwork, and represents Jet Aviation with professionalism as a trusted brand ambassador.
What We Offer
Eligible employees can receive health, dental, and vision insurancematching 401(k)health savings and flexible spending accountsshort-term and long-term disabilitylife insuranceemployee assistance programshealth and wellness awardsgenerous paid time offtuition reimbursementemployee discountsand more.
Requirements
- Required qualifications include an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate and FAA First Class Medical
- 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. Candidates must be able to work a variable schedule, travel extensively worldwide without restrictions, hold a high school diploma, and have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record. Preferred qualifications include a college degree, an appropriate aircraft type rating and currency, strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills, aviation knowledge, attention to detail, collaboration, discretion, and proactive problem-solving ability.