Clay Lacy Aviation | CL604/605 Captain

Aviation Career Opportunity: Lead Captain, Bombardier Challenger 605 (Part 91)

A leading aviation management company is seeking a highly skilled, experienced, and safety-focused individual to serve as a Lead Captain for a private Part 91 Challenger 605 operation. This full-time position is based at Oxford, CT (KOXC) and offers an exceptional opportunity for a career-oriented aviation professional.

Key Position Details

• Position: Lead Captain
• Aircraft: Bombardier Challenger 605 (CL-604 Type Rating Required)
• Operation Type: Full-Time, Permanent Employment (No Contract)
• Location: Oxford, CT (KOXC)
• Flight Operations: Part 91, with an estimated annual utilization of approximately 250 hours.
• Compensation & Benefits: A competitive salary range of $310,000.00 – $330,000.00, complemented by a fully paid medical/healthcare premium package.

Mandatory Requirement: Candidates must hold the required type rating and reside within a two (2) hour drivable commuting distance to KOXC.

Role Summary and Responsibilities

The Lead Captain serves a dual function, acting as a crucial flight crewmember while simultaneously managing departmental administration and communications. The successful candidate ensures seamless operational coordination and effective communication between the assigned account and the company's management team, including the Account Manager (ACM), Director of Maintenance (DOM), Director of Training, Assistant Chief Pilot (ACP), and Trip Support Specialists.

Core Duties and Management Responsibilities

The Lead Captain is responsible for ensuring crew compliance with all applicable regulatory standards (with reasonable adherence to Part 135 standards where applicable under Part 91 operations), operational directives, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). Key responsibilities include:

• Serving as Pilot in Command (PIC) or Second in Command (SIC) as designated.
• Ensuring comprehensive compliance with flight, maintenance schedules, and all governing operational directives for the aircraft.
• Managing pre-flight and post-flight duties and inspections in accordance with the Aircraft Flight Manual (AFM).
• Facilitating the coordination of training events and crew scheduling, including managing days off and vacation requests, communicating these to the ACP for scheduling, and seeking owner approval via the ACM when necessary.
• Monitoring crew member performance and providing feedback to the Assistant Chief Pilot (ACP) for use in annual performance reviews.
• Completing and approving crew expense reports in strict adherence to company policy.
• Reviewing monthly billing summaries and reporting any discrepancies to the accounting department and ACM.
• Conducting monthly reviews of crew currency and forthcoming training/evaluation requirements.
• Performing annual aircraft black book audits in collaboration with Flight Operations and the ACP.
• Acting as a liaison between the flight department, the ACP, and the Director of Training.

Maintenance and Coordination

• Maintaining awareness of scheduled and unscheduled maintenance events.
• Assisting in the resolution and communication of mechanical Aircraft On Ground (AOG) events when required.
• Reviewing monthly work order invoices.
• Coordinating and communicating all maintenance-related items and squawks effectively with the Maintenance Controller (or DOM) and scheduling specialists.

Administrative and Cultural Leadership

This role demands strong leadership in cultivating positive working relationships and perpetuating company culture and ideals within the flight department. Additional responsibilities include:

• Communicating all trip-related requests or changes from the aircraft owner (or charter client) to the Charter Department and the Chief Pilot’s office.
• Mediating and fostering excellent internal working relationships within the Flight Department.
• Cultivating and maintaining positive relationships with all external stakeholders.
• Working collaboratively with the ACM to manage the overall aircraft owner experience.
• Participating, in conjunction with the ACP/Chief Pilots, in the interview and selection process for new flight department personnel.
• Providing constructive feedback to increase the efficiency of internal processes and procedures via the ACM or Safety Management System.

Required Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience

Minimum Required Education and Experience

Candidates must possess the experience necessary to safely operate the assigned aircraft in full compliance with Company Operational Specifications, the General Operations Manual, and the Flight Operations Manual, while simultaneously fulfilling account management expectations.

• Certificates: Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate required, with maintenance of flight currency.
• Medical: First Class Medical Certificate required.
• Type Rating: Bombardier CL-604 type rating is mandatory.
• Regulatory Knowledge: Comprehensive knowledge of applicable FAA Part 91 and/or FAA Part 135 requirements for the aircraft type assigned.
• Screening: Must successfully pass a Pre-Employment Drug Screening and Background Check.

Essential Competencies and Skills (SEO Focus)

The ideal candidate demonstrates superior proficiency in both aviation operations and executive leadership:

• Exceptional communication skills, able to convey a clear understanding of varied audiences' needs.
• Proven ability to develop strong customer relations and deliver customer-centric solutions.
• High level of integrity, honesty, and authenticity, capable of gaining the trust and confidence of others.
• Superior pilot skills consistent with sophisticated operational requirements.
• Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking abilities.
• Strong teamwork acumen, coupled with the profound ability to perform effectively and flawlessly under extreme pressure.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills and proficiency in prioritizing and organizing complex workflows.
• Proactive self-starter capable of taking initiative and executing assigned tasks in a timely manner.

Equal Employment Opportunity and ADA Compliance

The company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the organization provides reasonable accommodation when requested by qualified individuals with disabilities unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. Prospective and current employees are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the Human Resources office.

This job description is subject to change. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may be amended, or new ones assigned at any time with or without notice. This document may not contain a comprehensive listing of all assigned activities, duties, or responsibilities.