Dassault Falcon | Captain

Captain - Flight Operations

Location: Teterboro, NJ 07608, USA

Job Category: Flight Operations

Requisition Number: CAPTA002148

Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

Dassault Falcon Jet is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated professional to join our team as a Captain for Flight Operations. This role is pivotal in maintaining the safety, efficiency, and quality of our executive demonstration and customer support flights. We provide a collaborative environment that prioritizes career advancement, professional development, and comprehensive employee wellbeing.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Act as Pilot in Command (PIC) for domestic executive demonstration flights, customer support flights, and Jump Seat Support flights as assigned.
• Ensure all necessary requirements for safe and efficient flight operations are executed personally or through effective delegation.
• Maintain responsibility for the safety, security, and comfort of all passengers, crew, and the aircraft during all assigned flights.
• Ensure the high quality of all demonstration flights.
• Oversee passenger identification and strictly adhere to all Dassault Falcon Jet security protocols.
• Attend professional meetings and conferences as directed.
• Perform collateral duties as assigned by the Chief Pilot or Director of Flight Operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Airline Transport Pilot Certificate.
• Current First Class FAA Medical Certificate.
• Type ratings on one or more current production Falcon aircraft.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in corporate aviation.
• Minimum of 3,000 hours of fixed-wing pilot experience.
• Minimum of 2,000 hours of Pilot in Command (PIC) experience.
• Minimum of 1,000 hours as sole manipulator of controls in jet aircraft comparable to Falcons in complexity and performance.
• Minimum of 400 hours in current production Falcon aircraft as DFJ SIC.
• Minimum of 50 hours in the specific Falcon type as DFJ SIC.
• Thorough understanding of relevant Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Recommendation by the Chief Pilot and approval by the Director of Flight Operations based on periodic evaluations and personal observation.

Additional Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree.
• Flight Instructor Certificate (CFI, CFII, & MEI).
• Type ratings in out-of-production Falcon aircraft.
• Military flight training.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Ability to manage domestic and international flight assignments, including extended periods away from the home base.
• Availability for attendance at air shows, conventions, and seminars.
• Flexibility in workdays and hours to accommodate the operational needs of the Flight Department.
• Requirement to perform physical tasks, including the lifting of heavy baggage.
• Ability to balance administrative and flight duties.

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $200,000 – $270,000. This role is not eligible for overtime. Candidates may be eligible for a sign-on bonus or relocation assistance. Final compensation is determined based on relevant experience, Falcon-specific expertise, education, certifications, and location.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive healthcare coverage (Medical, Prescription, Dental, Vision).
• HSA and FSA options.
• 401k plan with company match.
• Life insurance and disability benefits.
• Supplemental insurance and group legal.
• Paid time off, tuition reimbursement, and employee discounts.