Jet Aviation is seeking a Lead Captain to pilot the Gulfstream G600 aircraft in Van Nuys, California. This leadership role involves ensuring safe and professional flight operations, mentoring crew, and fulfilling administrative responsibilities.
About the Role
The Lead Captain will serve as Pilot in Command (PIC) for assigned flights on the Gulfstream 600, upholding the highest standards of safety, security, and quality. This position integrates extensive flight duties with crucial crew leadership responsibilities, including mentoring, performance evaluations, scheduling, and training coordination. The role demands adaptability, a flexible schedule, and the ability to undertake unrestricted worldwide travel, while consistently representing Jet Aviation with professionalism.
Duties and Responsibilities
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Serve as Pilot in Command, ensuring safe and efficient flight operations.
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Conduct pre-flight and post-flight inspections, manage flight plans, and assess weather and route conditions.
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Maintain comprehensive knowledge of aircraft systems and adapt to evolving conditions.
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Mentor crew members, support their professional growth, conduct performance reviews, and coordinate schedules and training.
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Foster a robust safety culture, adhere to best practices, and manage aircraft discrepancies.
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Oversee trip documentation, aircraft manuals, assist with crew hiring, and represent Jet Aviation professionally.
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Deliver exceptional customer service and embody the company's core values.
Requirements
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Airline Transport Pilot Certificate (ATP) with unrestricted or restricted privileges.
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FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
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Five years of aviation experience.
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3,500 hours of total fixed-wing flight time.
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1,500 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC).
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1,500 hours multi-engine flight time.
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500 hours turbojet flight time.
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500 hours turbine flight time.
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100 hours night flight time.
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75 hours simulated instrument flight time.
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High school diploma.
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Valid driver's license with a clean driving record.
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Ability to work a variable schedule and travel worldwide without restrictions.
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Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
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Attention to detail, collaborative spirit, and a deep understanding of aviation.
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Friendly and professional demeanor, commitment to quality, proactive problem-solving, integrity, and discretion.
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Physical ability to perform duties including standing, walking, sitting, occasional climbing, kneeling, crouching, frequent lifting up to 50 pounds (including overhead), and sharp vision.
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Willingness to work in environments including maintenance areas and customer spaces, with potential exposure to high noise levels, vibration, fuel fumes, varying weather, and seasonal temperature extremes.
Preferred Qualifications