Senior Captain (Part 91 Family Flight Department)
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Position Summary
Jet Aviation Staffing is seeking a highly experienced and dedicated Senior Captain for a Part 91 family flight department. Reporting directly to the Director of Operations, the Senior Captain will be primarily responsible for the safe, secure, and efficient conduct of all assigned flights. This pivotal role exercises full Pilot-in-Command (PIC) authority and bears final responsibility for the safety of all flight operations.
Minimum Requirements
Candidates for the Senior Captain position must meet the following minimum qualifications:
- Possession of an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP) with appropriate Aircraft Type Rating.
- Ability to obtain and maintain an FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
- A minimum of 3,500 hours Total Fixed Wing flight time.
- A minimum of 1,500 hours Multi-Engine Land flight time.
- A minimum of 1,500 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC) flight time.
- A minimum of 1,500 hours Turbojet flight time.
- A minimum of 500 hours Turbine flight time.
- A minimum of 100 hours Night flight time.
- A minimum of 75 hours Actual or Simulated Instrument flight time.
- At least 10 years of professional aviation experience.
- Availability to work flexible schedules.
- Willingness and ability to travel worldwide extensively without restrictions.
- Possession of a valid driver's license.
Main Responsibilities
The Senior Captain will be entrusted with a comprehensive range of responsibilities, including but not limited to:
- Safely operating the aircraft, determining departure times, routes, and making informed decisions to cancel flights based on prevailing weather or other conditions.
- Ensuring complete compliance with all federal, local, and company regulations, policies, and procedures during all flight operations.
- Coordinating aircraft schedules and training activities with flight crew and Dispatcher, utilizing supplemental crew as necessary.
- Liaising with the Director of Maintenance concerning aircraft servicing, cleaning, and other operational requirements.
- Verifying that assigned crew members submit and review all required flight, duty, and other operational records.
- Ensuring the currency of aircraft manuals, charts, and Electronic Flight Bags (EFBs), delegating tasks as appropriate.
- Collaborating with the Director of Operations to coordinate crew member training and check rides according to the annual training calendar.
- Managing crew time off and training events to maintain optimal aircraft coverage.
- Confirming that the flight crew reports for duty in proper attire and is mentally and physically fit for flight.
- Mentoring and coaching crew members to foster their professional development.
- Attending staff meetings and assisting the Director of Operations as requested.
- Actively participating in the hiring process for flight crew members.
- Implementing necessary changes as dictated by en route conditions to ensure flight continuation under company policies and procedures.
- Conducting flights in a safe and prudent manner, adhering to industry and company standards.
- Accurately completing all trip paperwork in accordance with 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 discrepancy log as they occur and immediately reporting them to the Director of Maintenance or their designee.
- Determining, in conjunction with the Director of Maintenance or designee, if an inoperative item can be deferred or requires immediate repair, as per the approved Minimum Equipment List (MEL).
- Maintaining a complete working knowledge of all aircraft systems authorized for operation, including all emergency systems and procedures.
- Securing the aircraft after each flight, including arranging hangar storage when deemed necessary or instructed by company management.
- Obtaining the most current weather reports, forecasts, and NOTAMs from authorized agencies.
- Filing or ensuring the filing of flight plans with the FAA or an ICAO state ATC facility.
- Analyzing area, en route, and terminal charts for the airport of intended landing and designated alternates.
- Conducting required passenger safety briefings or assigning this duty to the Second-in-Command.
- Imparting knowledge and skills to the Second-in-Command to prepare them for assuming Pilot-in-Command duties in an emergency or upon upgrade.
- 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.
- Taking an active role in 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.
- Representing the Flight Department professionally both internally and externally with industry groups, regulatory bodies, and the broader aviation network.
- Performing other duties as required (while the PIC may delegate duties, responsibility remains).
Desired Characteristics
The ideal candidate will also possess the following attributes:
- A college degree is preferred.
- Demonstrated effective oral and written communication abilities.
- Strong project management experience.
- A team-oriented approach with excellent interpersonal skills, meticulous attention to detail, and strong organizational capabilities.
- Proactive, efficient, and resourceful with the ability to seek out answers and resources independently.
- Ability to manage job responsibilities with integrity, discretion, and sensitivity to confidential company and employee information.
- Possesses a pleasant, friendly, and helpful demeanor to deliver an exceptional experience to customers and colleagues.
- Quality-driven with a passion for excellence.
Physical Demands
The physical demands described herein are representative of those an employee must meet 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 frequently required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or reach. The employee frequently stands, walks, or sits and 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 head. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust and focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described herein are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The employee must be able to work effectively in both a heavy maintenance environment and upscale customer areas. The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate, with occasional high volume during aircraft arrivals and departures. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration and occasional fuel fumes may permeate the workplace. The employee must be willing and able to work in all types of weather conditions. The hangar environment may experience extreme heat and cold during certain seasons of the year. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud.
Compensation Data
The anticipated salary range for this position is $250,000 - $270,000. This range is not a guarantee of compensation or salary; actual salary will be determined based on factors such as experience, geographic location, and other pertinent requirements.