Breeze Airways | Captain
Breeze Airways is seeking a qualified Captain to operate the Learjet 45 aircraft from its Tampa International Airport, United States of America base. This role is responsible for ensuring safe, timely, and compliant flight operations, embodying the company's commitment to safety and operational excellence.
About the Role
The Lear 45 Captain will be entrusted with the overall command of flight operations, adhering strictly to company policies and Federal Aviation Regulations. Key responsibilities include evaluating aircraft airworthiness, managing flight planning and fuel requirements, supervising crewmembers, and maintaining high levels of aircraft proficiency. The Captain will also play a crucial role in passenger and cargo support, effectively communicating operational risks, and championing Breeze Airways' robust safety culture. This position involves performing assigned flight-officer duties and undertaking other responsibilities as directed by the Company.
Requirements
- Must be at least 23 years of age at the time of hire.
- Possession of an FAA Unrestricted Airline Transport Pilot certificate with an airplane multi-engine class rating.
- Minimum of 2,500 total flight hours (excluding simulator and Flight Engineer time).
- At least 1,000 hours of fixed-wing Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time.
- Minimum of 1,000 hours of fixed-wing multi-engine time.
- A minimum of 500 hours of fixed-wing jet time.
- At least 500 hours of multicrew flight time.
- Must have actively flown within two of the preceding five years.
- High school diploma or equivalent is required.
- Maintain accurate pilot training records as per FAA Pilot Records Database regulations.
- Possess a current First-Class FAA Medical Certificate.
- Hold a valid FCC Radiotelephone Operator’s Permit.
- Ability to pass required training programs.
- Successful completion of drug and TSA fingerprint-based criminal-history checks.
- Pass a Breeze background check.
- Must have U.S. work authorization.
- Proficiency in reading, writing, speaking, and understanding English.
- Ability to satisfy stated passport, travel, driver’s license, and physical working condition requirements.
Preferred Qualifications
- Lear 45 type rating.
- Previous Lear 45 Captain experience.
- Prior experience in U.S. Part 135 or Part 121 operations.
- Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe products.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Demonstrated problem-solving and collaboration abilities.
- Alignment with Breeze Airways' safety culture.