MedImpact | Pilot

Pilot III

Location: San Diego, CA

Employment Type: Full Time, Onsite

Job ID: JR102296

Job Summary

MINCA is seeking an experienced Pilot III to join its flight department. The Pilot III will prioritize safety in the operation of company aircraft and associated tasks, adhering strictly to the company's Flight Operations Manual (FOM) under all flight conditions. This role reports directly to the Chief Pilot.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conduct all flights with paramount attention to the safety of crew, passengers, cargo, and equipment.
• Deliver exceptional, world-class customer service to all passengers.
• Maintain all currency requirements as stipulated by Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) and comply with all applicable regulations.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures outlined in the company Flight Operations Manual (FOM).
• Ensure the airworthiness of assigned aircraft and verify the presence of all required documentation.
• Confirm that all crewmembers possess valid airmen certificates, medical certificates, passports, visas, and necessary vaccinations.
• Provide leadership and supervision to all flight crews, and assist other personnel as needed.
• Conduct and oversee training for crewmembers on general operating procedures as required by the FOM.
• Counsel crewmembers as necessary and report any safety-affecting abnormalities to the Chief Pilot.
• Assume the Lead Pilot role on at least one company aircraft.
• Supervise assigned crewmembers during preflight, en-route, and post-flight operations.
• Communicate effectively with passengers regarding the flight, ensuring their needs are met and appropriate briefings are provided.
• Ensure compliance with customs, immigration, and sabotage laws.
• Verify the presence and proper securing of emergency equipment (e.g., life rafts, life vests) and provisions for passenger comfort, and ensure all cargo is properly secured.
• Confirm aircraft release for service by maintenance staff and ensure all open discrepancies are cleared per the Minimum Equipment List (MEL).
• Coordinate with maintenance staff to resolve any aircraft maintenance issues.
• Ensure aircraft are properly secured when away from the home base.
• Conduct pre-trip briefings and/or reviews with crewmembers, covering flight plans, routes, weather, NOTAMs, and other trip details.
• Comply with assigned schedules and directives governing aircraft operations.
• Verify that flight crew members are adequately rested, nourished, and in proper uniform.
• Ensure all flight planning requirements are met, preparing flight plans considering altitude, terrain, weather, range, weight, cruise control data, airport facilities, and navigational aids.
• Ensure a flight plan or authorized flight locating procedure is followed on each flight and reported to the Aviation Scheduler.
• Make decisions regarding the start, delay, or cancellation of flights, or deviations from planned destinations based on operating conditions, notifying the Aviation Scheduler of any changes.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Client Responsibilities

This client-facing position demands excellent customer service and interpersonal communication skills (listening, verbal, written). Must be able to respond promptly to client needs, solicit feedback, handle service requests, meet commitments, and manage difficult client situations.

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor's degree from a four-year college or university; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience flying corporate aircraft.
• Minimum of 4,000 flight hours total time.
• Minimum of 2,000 hours in multi-engine aircraft.
• Minimum of 1,000 hours in turbojet aircraft (500 hours in-type preferred).
• International Experience (Preferred).
• Owner Operator, Mentoring pilot experience (Preferred).
• CE525 type rating (CJ4 Preferred).

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• FAA Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with AS/MEL and Instrument ratings.
• Type rating in company aircraft.
• Completed manufacturer's approved initial training programs in company aircraft.
• Completed a minimum of two recurrent training courses.
• FAA First Class Medical Certificate.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Mathematical Skills

• Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume.
• Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry.

Language Skills

• Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.
• Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Competencies

• Problem Solving: Identifies and resolves problems promptly; gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works collaboratively in group problem-solving; uses reason during emotional discussions.
• Technical Skills: Assesses personal strengths and weaknesses; pursues training and development; continuously builds knowledge and skills; shares expertise.
• Judgment: Demonstrates willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains decision rationale; includes appropriate individuals in decision-making; makes timely decisions.
• Professionalism: Approaches others tactfully; performs well under pressure; treats others with respect and consideration; accepts accountability for actions; follows through on commitments.
• Safety and Security: Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions; uses equipment and materials properly.
• Dependability: Follows instructions; responds to management direction; takes responsibility for actions; keeps commitments; commits to extended work hours when necessary to achieve goals; completes tasks on time or communicates alternative plans.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described are representative of those required to perform essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Regularly required to sit, use hands, reach, and communicate orally/aurally.
• Frequently required to stand and walk.
• Occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, crawl, taste, or smell.
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

• Regularly exposed to moving mechanical parts, high/precarious places, and vibration.
• Frequently exposed to fumes or airborne particles.
• Occasionally exposed to toxic or caustic chemicals and outside weather conditions.
• Noise level is usually moderate.

Working Hours

This is an exempt-level position requiring work hours necessary to fully accomplish job responsibilities and meet deadlines. Flexibility is required for work beyond traditional hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays. Work hours may be adjusted to meet business needs. Core business hours vary based on flight schedules.

Travel

This position requires up to 25% domestic and international travel. A valid passport and the ability to depart the United States are mandatory.

Compensation

$177,942 - $247,624 - $317,305

Pay scale information is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any selected candidate or employee, which is always dependent on actual experience, education, qualifications, and other factors. A full review of our comprehensive pay and benefits will be discussed at the offer stage with the selected candidate.