NetJets Pilot Position
About NetJets
NetJets, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in private aviation, renowned for its exceptional service and commitment to safety. As a NetJets pilot, you will command the largest, most diverse private jet fleet, transporting influential individuals to destinations across the globe. NetJets prioritizes safety and empowers pilots with the flexibility, support, and resources needed to advance their career and enrich their personal lives.
Benefits
NetJets offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to attract and retain the best aviation professionals. These include:
- Extensive Base Options: Choose from over 200 crew bases across the contiguous U.S., allowing pilots to live where they prefer.
- Flexible Schedules: Select a schedule that best suits your needs, with the ability to change it every four months. Options include:
- 7 days on/7 days off
- 8 days on/6 days off
- CC52 (52 days over 4 months, base-duty days: 13)
- CC60 (60 days over 4 months, base-duty days: 15)
- CC72 (72 days over 4 months, base-duty days: 18)
- CC76 (76 days over 4 months, base-duty days: 19)
- Note: Plus- and minus-day rule applies.
- Paid Commute: NetJets incorporates paid commute time into pilot schedules, ensuring a proper work-life balance.
- Innovative Training: NetJets surpasses FAA requirements with an Advanced Qualification Program, providing personalized, ongoing training.
- Unique Flight Experiences: Fly to over 5,000 airports across 200 countries and territories – a range unmatched by any other airline.
- Comprehensive Benefits Package: Enjoy free medical, dental, and vision coverage, access to a vast network of providers, a 401(k) plan with generous company matching, life and AD&D benefits, paid time off, company-provided uniforms, annual-replacement credits, up to four daily tour meals, covered hotel expenses, and travel benefits. NetJets is committed to employee wellbeing through its LIVWELLTM program.
Purpose of Position
The Pilot is responsible for delivering a superior air transportation experience while maintaining an exceptional safety record on each and every flight. As the face of NetJets, the Pilot not only ensures safe and technically accurate transportation but also provides an exceptional service experience for every NetJets Owner and passenger.
Tasks and Responsibilities
- Safely operate the aircraft from taxi, take-off, and landing according to FAA guidelines, Original Equipment Manufacture’s (OEM) Checklists, NetJets Flight Operations Manual (FOM) or Aircraft Operating Manual (AOM), and Standard Operating Practices (SOPs).
- Greet Owners/passengers pre-flight, providing introductions, flight/trip briefings, itinerary verification, weather updates, safety briefings, and explanations of any itinerary changes.
- Deliver in-flight service, including the handling of alcohol and catering.
- Load and properly stow baggage on the aircraft.
- Handle flights for Owners with pets and those who smoke.
- Serve as the final authority on all aspects of aircraft operation, ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory guidance.
- Act as a liaison between Owners/passengers and NetJets from the arrival at the FBO until their safe departure from the final FBO.
- Communicate any maintenance abnormalities or discrepancies to NetJets via the aircraft Maintenance Control Center (MCC) Controller on duty for their fleet.
- Properly complete all paperwork associated with maintenance abnormalities or discrepancies.
- Perform other duties as assigned depending on the position.
- Note: This list does not encompass all job duties. Please refer to the essential functions worksheet for a complete list of essential job functions.
Education
High School Diploma
Certifications and Licenses
- Written FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP)
- First Class Medical Certificate
Years of Experience
Not Specified
Core Competencies
- Adaptability
- Collaboration
- Strives for Positive Results
- Service-Oriented
- Curiosity
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs)
- Possess an FAA ATP, Restricted ATP, or meet the requirements for FAA ATP or Restricted ATP (R-ATP) certificate with a multi-engine rating (IAW 61.160):
- Minimum age of 21 years
- 1,500 hours total flight time experience OR
- 1,250 hours with appropriate university R-ATP certificate OR
- 1,000 hours with military pilot qualification OR
- 1,000 hours with appropriate university R-ATP certificate
- Minimum of 200 hours of cross-country flight time (>50 nm)
- Minimum of 250 hours of fixed-wing PIC
- Minimum of 100 hours of night flying, or 75 hours with ≥45 night takeoffs and landings
- Minimum of 75 hours of instrument time (actual or simulated in-flight, excludes simulator time)
- Completion of ATP written exam prior to the start of Indoctrination Training
- Minimum of 50 hours of fixed-wing, multi-engine time
- Current FAA First-Class Medical Certificate
- FCC Restricted Radio Operator’s Permit
- Valid passport and ability to travel internationally without restrictions
- Authorization to work in the U.S. and travel in and out of the country without restriction
- Ability to work varying hours including day and night; weekdays, weekends, and holidays
- Extreme flexibility and ability to adjust to rapid changes
- Ability to manage personal rest to be prepared for flight duty at all times during their tour
- Ability to work shifts lasting up to fourteen hours per day for up to eight days, potentially spanning different time zones and extreme weather differences.
- Willingness to travel away from home for seven or more days and nights, staying in hotels.
- Ability to secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges.
- Ability to pass Transportation Security Administration required background screening and secure appropriate airport authority and/or US Customs security badges.
- Valid State driver’s license.
- Ability to read, write, fluently speak, and understand the English language.
- Service-oriented with a neat, well-groomed appearance, a demonstrated ability to make a positive impression, and strong communication skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, particularly under pressure.
- Ability to make quick and accurate decisions while paying close attention to detail, both technically and from a passenger-service perspective.
- Ability to exert up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
- Ability to work around animals, including handling and care prior to, during, and after Owner flights.
- Ability to conduct flights for Owners who smoke.
Base Salary Range
$69,932 - $95,696
Additional Benefits
NetJets offers competitive health care benefits including medical, prescription, dental, and vision coverage, all with zero paycheck premiums. Additionally, we provide an unparalleled 401(k) match, with NetJets matching 61% of every dollar contributed by an employee. Other benefits include:
- Paid Time Off
- Paid Disability Programs
- Commuter Benefits (as applicable)
- Company-Paid Basic Life Insurance
Employees may also be eligible for overtime pay, shift differential pay, quarterly bonuses, and/or annual discretionary bonuses.