Fixed Wing Captain (Pilot in Command) - Global Corporate Aviation
American Express Aviation operates a premier, worldwide Part 91 corporate flight department, specializing in safe, efficient, and professional executive movement utilizing a modern fleet of business jets and helicopters. The successful candidate will join a highly dedicated and internationally focused team.
The Role
The Fixed Wing Captain serves as the Pilot in Command (PIC), bearing ultimate responsibility for the safe, efficient, and professional execution of all assigned flight duties. The Captain is expected to exhibit exceptional leadership, expertly coordinate crew functions, and ensure strict compliance with all applicable local, federal, and international regulatory standards, company policies, and robust Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Essential Certifications and Requirements
- A valid FAA-issued Air Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with a multi-engine rating is required.
- English proficiency pilot certificate endorsement must be held.
- The candidate must possess, and be able to maintain, a current FAA First-Class Medical Certificate.
- An up-to-date immunization and vaccine record is required (subject to review by Amex Medical).
Minimum Qualifications
Candidates must possess demonstrated operational experience and professional attributes, including:
- Significant experience operating Gulfstream 600/650 aircraft is mandatory.
- Prior experience as Pilot in Command (PIC) of large turbine aircraft operations.
- Demonstrated functional proficiency with necessary computer applications and flight planning software.
- The ability to work effectively and collaboratively within a high-performance team environment.
- Possession of well-developed interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills, both written and oral.
- A proven willingness to embrace new skills and successfully adapt to a dynamic, international work environment.
- An inclusive mindset and corresponding professional behaviors.
- Exhibits genuine enthusiasm, passion, and curiosity for the field of Corporate Aviation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior professional work experience specifically within Part 91 corporate or business aviation operations is highly desirable.
- GVI (Gulfstream V) or GVII (Gulfstream 600/650) type ratings are strongly preferred.