Jet Aviation | G7500 Captain

About Jet Aviation

Since 1967, Jet Aviation has been dedicated to delivering exceptional flight experiences. With a global presence and a team of over 4,500 professionals across approximately 50 locations, Jet Aviation excels in Aircraft Management, Sales, Charter, Completions, Government Services, FBO operations, and comprehensive Maintenance for both fixed and rotary-wing aircraft. The company prides itself on a team of dedicated professionals who perfect the art of flight, bringing customer journeys to life with passion and precision.

Position Summary

Jet Aviation is seeking a seasoned Lead Captain to command its Global 7500 operations. This pivotal role carries the ultimate responsibility for the safe, efficient, and professional execution of all flight assignments. Beyond piloting duties, the Lead Captain will serve as a leader and mentor, embodying Jet Aviation's core values and fostering a culture of excellence. As Pilot in Command (PIC), the incumbent will ensure the highest standards of safety, security, and quality, while actively developing crew members and representing the company's renowned brand of distinction. This position demands discretion, adaptability, and exceptional leadership within a dynamic private aviation environment.

Joining Jet Aviation means becoming part of a team that creates extraordinary experiences. The Lead Captain will be instrumental in ensuring every journey is conducted with the utmost safety, security, and quality. This role offers a dynamic and rewarding environment where expertise and leadership contribute to the future of private aviation. The Lead Captain will act as a trusted Brand Ambassador, exemplifying Jet Aviation's core values of trust, honesty, alignment, and transparency, while consistently delivering excellence to clients and colleagues.

What We're Looking For

Jet Aviation seeks accomplished aviation professionals prepared to lead in a demanding environment. Qualified candidates will possess:

• Expert Credentials: A valid Airline Transport Pilot Certificate and a current FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
• Proven Experience: A minimum of five years in aviation, with 3,500 hours of total fixed-wing flight time. This includes 1,500 hours as Pilot in Command, 1,500 hours Multi-Engine, 500 hours Turbo-Jet, 500 hours Turbine, 100 hours Night, and 75 hours Simulated Instrument.
• Flexibility: Availability to work a variable schedule to accommodate diverse flight mission profiles.
• Global Readiness: A willingness to travel extensively worldwide without restrictions.
• Education: A high school diploma is required.
• License Requirements: A valid driver's license with a clean driving record.

What Will Set You Apart:

• Team Spirit: Strong interpersonal skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a passion for collaboration. Exceptional organizational and communication abilities are essential, coupled with a profound understanding of the aviation industry and the capacity to interact with clients and colleagues with a pleasant, friendly, and professional demeanor.
• Commitment to Excellence: A quality-driven mindset and unwavering dedication to representing Jet Aviation as a trusted industry leader, demonstrating a relentless pursuit of quality and excellence that upholds the company's global reputation.
• Education: A college degree is preferred.
• Management Skills: A proactive and resourceful approach to problem-solving, handling all responsibilities with integrity and discretion.

What You'll Do

• Lead with Confidence: Ensure the safe and efficient operation of all assigned flights, conducting thorough pre-flight and post-flight inspections, filing flight plans, and analyzing weather and route conditions to make informed decisions.
• Crew Leadership & Development: Mentor and guide crew members to foster professional growth, conduct performance reviews, and coordinate schedules and training to maintain seamless operations.
• Deliver Excellence: Maintain a comprehensive understanding of all aircraft systems to operate with precision, manage flight plans, and adapt to changing conditions, guaranteeing a seamless travel experience for passengers.
• Champion Safety & Compliance: Promote a robust safety culture by adhering to best practices, conducting passenger briefings, and promptly addressing aircraft discrepancies in collaboration with maintenance teams.
• Provide Administrative Excellence: Manage trip documentation, maintain aircraft manuals, assist in crew hiring processes, and represent Jet Aviation with professionalism in all internal and external interactions.
• Represent the Brand: Serve as a visible representative of Jet Aviation, embodying professionalism and dedication to the company's mission of delivering exceptional service.

What You'll Experience

• Physical Requirements: The role involves regular standing, walking, and sitting, with occasional climbing, kneeling, or crouching. Frequent lifting and moving of up to 50 pounds, including overhead lifting, may be required. Sharp vision across various ranges and depths is essential.
• Work Environment: Professionals will operate in diverse environments, ranging from heavy maintenance areas to sophisticated customer spaces. This includes experiencing the dynamic atmosphere of aircraft arrivals and departures, often with occasional high noise levels, vibrations, and exposure to fuel fumes. Adaptability to changing weather conditions and seasonal temperature extremes in hangar settings is necessary.
• Global Impact: The opportunity to travel the world, delivering exceptional service and representing Jet Aviation’s unwavering commitment to excellence.

Compensation and Benefits

The anticipated salary range for this position is $350,000 to $385,000. This range is not a guaranteed offer of compensation; the final salary will be determined based on factors such as the candidate's experience, geographic location, and other relevant considerations.

Company Benefits:

Jet Aviation offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package designed to support their well-being and passions both inside and outside of work. This competitive package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, a matching 401(k) plan, health savings and flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability insurance, life insurance, employee assistance programs, health and wellness awards, generous paid time off, tuition reimbursement, employee discounts, and more.