Silver Air | Captain

Lead Captain - Aviation Resource Management (ARM)

Silver Air seeks a highly skilled and experienced Lead Captain to join its team, operating with a culture of excellence where pilots are at the core of its vision. The Lead Captain is responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft. He will join a team dedicated to providing the highest quality experience to both team members and clients.

Responsibilities:

As Lead Captain, he is responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of the flight. His duties include:

• Ensuring the safety of all passengers, aircraft, and crew.
• Reviewing the maintenance status of the aircraft.
• Conducting proper pre-flight inspections.
• Following all policies according to Silver Air and applicable Federal Aviation Regulations.
• Planning and executing flight operations for private jets, including flight planning, fuel management, and weight and balance calculations.
• Conducting a proper pre-flight inspection in accordance with the approved Aircraft Flight Manual.
• Completing a thorough check of weather and facilities along the route and at airports to be used, including alternate airports.
• Accurately completing all trip paperwork in accordance with current procedures.

Aviation Resource Management (ARM) Responsibilities:

• Liaising with the Aircraft Owner and internal Silver Air departments to ensure efficient aircraft operation according to the overall management plan.
• Serving as a leader and mentor to all team members assigned to the aircraft.
• Understanding the aircraft's management plan, including owner usage and charter levels, and ensuring goals are met.
• Collaborating with the dedicated Maintenance Manager to coordinate and oversee scheduled and unscheduled maintenance.
• Ensuring the aircraft is stocked and mission-ready for all owner and charter flights.
• Partnering with People and Culture regarding all crewing activities, including developing a crew plan, communicating with owners, applicants, and the Chief Pilot.
• Participating in the scheduling of flight crew for charters and owner flights, working with Flight Support to establish a Hard Days Off schedule.
• Ensuring the efficient and cost-effective use of internal and external resources for the aircraft.
• Providing training and guidance to personnel on ARM best practices and procedures.
• Reviewing monthly statement items with the dedicated Accounting Manager and Maintenance Manager.

Qualifications:

• Total flight time: 3500 hours, with 3000 hours as Pilot in Command (PIC).
• Multi-engine time: 3000 hours, with 2000 hours as PIC.
• Total Turbine time: 1750 hours preferred.
• Time in airplane type: 200 hours, with 100 hours as PIC.
• Type rating on P.180 or comparable aircraft.
• Valid First Class Medical Certificate.
• Previous Part 135 experience preferred.
• Compliance with ICAO Annex I - 2.1.1.0, pertaining to aircraft engaged in international commercial air transport operations with more than one pilot.
• Ability to obtain and maintain CANPASS authorization for unrestricted travel to/from Canada as a commercial pilot.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

The ideal candidate is a pilot who hones their aviation skills daily and cooperates with the crew easily. He communicates professionally with crew members and clients, adapting well to different people and adjusting his working style accordingly. He thrives in changing environments and has the flexibility for priorities that switch instantly, functioning effectively in a fast-paced on-call environment. He is ambitious and consistently strives to be the best pilot possible.

He will be working with the same three pilots for the specific tail number and aircraft type, consisting of a Lead Captain, Captain, and First Officer team. He will also be supported by a dedicated Flight Management and Support team.

Benefits:

Silver Air is committed to providing an incredible work environment for pilots. Benefits include:

• Personalized schedule with 10 days off per month and 20 days scheduled for flight.
• Travel logistics handled by the Flight Support team.
• Paid leadership, hospitality, and flight simulator training with a one-year training agreement.
• Well-maintained equipment with modern technology.
• KCM badge, paid medical exams, extra passports, and cell phone stipend.
• Premium medical benefits fully paid for employee and family, vision, dental, life insurance, HSA, and FSA.
• 5% company match on 401(k) from day one.
• Employee Assistance Program for personal concerns.
• Competitive compensation with regular pay reviews.