About This Role
Solairus Aviation is hiring a full-time Gulfstream G500 Captain for a managed-aircraft operation based at John Wayne Airport (KSNA) in Santa Ana, California. As pilot-in-command the Captain commands the G500 and is accountable for the safe, compliant conduct of every flight — reviewing the aircraft's maintenance status, completing a thorough pre-flight inspection, planning weather and alternates, and safeguarding passengers, crew and aircraft. The role works on an on-call basis within Solairus' culture of safety, service and integrity, serving the travel needs of the operator's clients.
Duties & Responsibilities
- The Captain is responsible for the safe operation of the Gulfstream G500 and for conducting each flight prudently and in accordance with company policy and the Federal Aviation Regulations. Duties include reviewing the aircraft's maintenance status
- carrying out a proper pre-flight inspection in accordance with the approved Aircraft Flight Manual
- completing a full check of weather, en-route facilities and the departure, destination and alternate airports
- ensuring each flight is conducted in line with Solairus Aviation's policies and procedures and applicable FARs
- ensuring the safety of all passengers, aircraft and crew
- and accurately completing all trip paperwork per current procedures.
Requirements
- Minimum flight experience: 3,000 hours total time, 1,500 hours PIC, 1,500 hours multi-engine land (MEL), 500 hours multi-engine land PIC, 500 hours in turbojet aircraft, and 250 hours instrument.
- Candidates must hold a type rating on the Gulfstream G500 or a comparable aircraft and a current FAA First Class medical certificate.
- The position requires availability to work on an on-call basis, the ability to complete ICAO International procedures training annually, and a primary residence within a two-hour drive of KSNA (or willingness to relocate).