Ventura Air Services | CL604/605 Captain

Pilot Opportunity at Ventura Air Services

Ventura Air Services seeks experienced and dedicated pilots to join its growing team. As an established Part 135 operator, Ventura offers a stable, family-owned environment committed to growth and integrity. The company values its pilots as individuals and provides custom-tailored professional development opportunities to help them achieve their unique career goals. Ventura fosters a positive and supportive atmosphere, dedicated to hard work, fun, and a set of core values that guide daily operations.

Ventura offers a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including a base salary of $180,000 commensurate with experience. Crew members can reside anywhere within a two-hour radius of an airport in the lower 48 states. Multiple schedule options are available, including 8/6 and 15/13, with travel days included in the rotation. A pay scale ensures pilots receive known raises for each year of service. Company credit cards are provided for hotels, rental cars, and other travel expenses, along with a per diem of $65 for domestic and $95 for international meal expenses.

Quick upgrade and advancement opportunities are available. Ventura encourages internal growth and offers opportunities to become company instructors, standards/IOE captains, or check airmen, with commensurate pay increases for added responsibilities. Exceptional overtime and holiday/birthday/anniversary pay are offered. Ventura understands the importance of work-life balance and compensates pilots for working extra days or during holidays.

The ideal candidate possesses a solid record of safety, stability, and experience in both domestic and international operations. All pilots must be career-driven, dependable, and exhibit superior customer service with excellent communication skills. A strong employment background and work ethic are essential. Preference may be given to candidates with experience flying other Challenger variants and those with a strong Part 135 background. Ventura seeks long-term pilots who desire to upgrade and grow with the company.

Requirements:

• ATP certification
• First Class Medical Certificate
• CL-604/605/650 Type Rating
• 3,000 hours total flight time
• 1,500 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC) time
• 250 hours in type
• Ability to travel internationally without restriction
• Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship
• Must reside in the continental US
• Initial/recurrent training in type within previous 36 months (preferred)
• 500 hours in type (preferred)
• International experience (preferred)

Additional Benefits:

• Employer-Paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• HSA/FSA Options
• Short/Long Term Disability Options
• 401K with Company Match (after 3 months)
• Company-paid travel expenses (both while on duty and to/from work)
• 8 Days Paid Time Off (Vacation) Year 1 and increases annually
• Uniform Allowance (Initial and Annual)
• Company-issued iPad