Pilot in Command
Jet Aviation, renowned for its commitment to crafting the smoothest flight experiences since 1967, seeks a highly skilled and experienced Pilot in Command to join its team of aviation professionals. With a global reach spanning over 50 locations and 4,000 dedicated employees, Jet Aviation offers a dynamic environment where passion for flight fuels every endeavor.
Position Summary:
The Pilot in Command reports directly to the Lead Captain, adhering to established company operating policies and procedures. This role is pivotal in ensuring the safe and efficient execution of flight assignments, prioritizing safety, security, and quality above all else. As the final authority for the safe conduct of each flight, the Pilot in Command exercises complete command authority over all assigned flights.
Minimum Requirements:
- Possession of an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with appropriate Aircraft Type Rating.
- Current FAA First Class Medical Certification.
- 4,000 hours of total fixed-wing flight experience.
- 1,500 hours of multi-engine land flight experience.
- 2,000 hours of pilot-in-command experience.
- 1,500 hours of turbojet flight experience.
- 1,500 hours of turbine time.
- 100 hours of night flight experience.
- 75 hours of actual or simulated instrument flight experience.
- 5 years of experience within the aviation industry.
- Ability to work flexible schedules.
- Willingness and ability to travel extensively worldwide without restrictions.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
Main Responsibilities:
- Safe operation of the aircraft, including determining departure times and routes, and/or canceling flights based on weather or other conditions.
- Ensuring complete adherence to all federal, local, and company regulations, policies, and procedures throughout the flight.
- Implementing necessary changes in flight plans as required by en route conditions, adhering to company policies, procedures, and rules.
- Conducting flights in a safe and prudent manner, aligning with industry and company standards.
- Accurate completion of all trip paperwork, adhering to current procedures.
- Ensuring a thorough and complete understanding with the second-in-command regarding all aspects of the flight.
- Recording all aircraft discrepancies on the aircraft discrepancy log and immediately reporting these discrepancies to the Director of Maintenance or their designee.
- Determining if inoperative items can be deferred or require repair, adhering to the approved Minimum Equipment List (MEL) and instructions from the Director of Maintenance or their designee.
- Ensuring the flight crew reports for duty in proper attire and are mentally and physically fit for duty.
- Maintaining a comprehensive working knowledge of all aircraft systems, including emergency systems and procedures.
- Securing the aircraft after each flight, including arranging hangar storage if deemed necessary or instructed by company management.
- Obtaining the most current weather reports, forecasts, and NOTAMS from a FAA flight service station or other authorized agency.
- Filing or causing the filing of a flight plan with the FAA or an ICAO state ATC facility.
- Analyzing area, en route, and terminal charts for the airport of intended landing and alternates.
- Performing the functions of the TSA Flight Security Coordinator (ISC) under the provisions of the Twelve Five Standard Security Program or Private Charter Standard Security Program, as applicable.
- Conducting required passenger safety briefings or assigning that duty to the second-in-command.
- Imparting knowledge and skills to the second-in-command to prepare them to assume the duties of Pilot in Command in an emergency or when the second-in-command upgrades to pilot in command in that aircraft.
- Completing and sending the leg manifest to operations control prior to each departure.
- Completing and sending the End of Day (EOD) report to operations control upon completion of each flight day.
- Actively supporting the open sharing of information on all safety issues and reporting all safety hazards and concerns.
- Immediately reporting any hazardous action, conduct, or event to the Chief Pilot and Director of Safety.
- Delegating duties but not responsibility for those duties.
- Performing other duties as needed.
- Representing Jet Aviation internally and externally with industry groups, regulatory bodies, and the General Dynamics network.
Desired Characteristics:
- College Degree preferred.
- Ability to handle job responsibilities with integrity, discretion, and sensitivity to confidential company and employee information.
- Clear and concise communication skills in both written and verbal formats.
- Team-oriented approach with strong interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and strong organizational skills.
- Proactive and efficient, with the ability to seek out answers and resources as needed.
- Strong project management experience.
- Pleasant, friendly, and helpful demeanor to provide the best experience to customers and colleagues.
- Quality-driven with a passion for excellence to represent Jet Aviation as a Brand Ambassador.
- Demonstration and commitment to Jet Aviation values (Trust, Honesty, Alignment, Transparency).
Physical Demands:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use their hands and fingers to handle, feel, or reach. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, or sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds above their heads. Specific vision required for this job includes close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.
Work Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The employee must be able to work in both a heavy maintenance environment and in upscale customer areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with occasional high volume when aircrafts arrive/depart. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. Occasional fuel fumes may permeate the workplace. Employee must be willing and able to work in all types of weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The Hangar environment may be extreme hot and cold during certain seasons of the year.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Jet Aviation provides equal employment and affirmative action opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability.