About This Role
Jet Aviation is seeking a Lead Captain for Gulfstream 650 operations in Opa-locka, Florida. The role serves as Pilot in Command for assigned private-aviation flights, with responsibility for safe, efficient and professional operations, crew leadership, mentorship, customer experience and brand representation. The position requires substantial fixed-wing, PIC, multi-engine, turbo-jet, turbine, night and simulated-instrument experience, as well as extensive worldwide travel flexibility.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Serve as Pilot in Command for assigned flights and ensure their safe and efficient operation.
- Conduct pre-flight and post-flight inspections, file flight plans, analyze weather and route conditions, maintain working knowledge of aircraft systems, manage flight plans and adapt to changing conditions.
- Mentor and guide crew members, support professional development, conduct performance reviews, and coordinate crew schedules and training.
- Promote a strong safety culture, conduct passenger briefings, address aircraft discrepancies with maintenance teams, manage trip documentation, maintain aircraft manuals, assist with crew hiring and represent Jet Aviation professionally with customers, colleagues and other stakeholders.
What We Offer
Eligible employees may receive health, dental and vision insurance, matching 401(k), health savings and flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability coverage, life insurance, employee assistance programs, health and wellness awards, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts and other benefits.The position offers a dynamic private-aviation environment, worldwide travel and the opportunity to represent Jet Aviation while delivering exceptional service.
Requirements
- Required qualifications include an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate, FAA First Class Medical, five years of aviation experience, 3,500 hours of total fixed-wing time, 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 variable schedules, travel extensively worldwide without restrictions, hold a high school diploma and have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
- A college degree is preferred.
- The posting also highlights interpersonal, organizational, communication, aviation-industry, problem-solving, integrity and discretion qualities.