About Ventura Air Services
Ventura Air Services, an established and family-owned Part 135 operator, is seeking highly skilled and dedicated pilots to join its growing team. Committed to integrity and continuous growth, Ventura Air Services offers a stable and supportive environment where each pilot's career goals are individually nurtured through tailored professional development opportunities. The company prides itself on a culture of hard work, dedication, and fun, underpinned by core values that guide daily operations. This is an exceptional opportunity for career-driven aviation professionals to become part of a team poised for long-term success.
Position Summary
Ventura Air Services is actively seeking experienced and safety-conscious pilots for its Citation CE-560XL fleet. This home-based position requires exceptional professionalism, superior customer service skills, and a strong work ethic. Pilots will operate both domestic and international flights, contributing to the company's reputation for excellence and reliability.
Why Join Ventura Air Services?
Ventura Air Services believes in investing in its people, recognizing that individual growth drives collective success. Pilots are not merely employees but valued team members who contribute to a thriving, forward-looking operation. The company fosters an environment where career advancement is encouraged, and dedication is richly rewarded.
Compensation & Benefits
Ventura Air Services offers a comprehensive and competitive compensation package designed to attract and retain top talent:
- Base Salary: $130,000 annually.
- Home-Based Operation: Pilots can reside anywhere within a two-hour commute to an airport in the lower 48 United States.
- Flexible Scheduling: Attractive schedule options include 8 days on/6 days off and 15 days on/13 days off. Travel days are fully integrated into rotations.
- Structured Pay Scale: A clear pay scale ensures predictable annual raises for each year of service.
- Expense Management: Company credit cards are provided for hotels, rental cars, and other duty-related expenses. Per diem rates are $65 for domestic travel and $95 for international travel.
- Career Advancement: Significant opportunities for professional growth and leadership roles, including company instructor, standards/IOE captain, and Check Airman positions. Additional responsibilities are compensated accordingly.
- Exceptional Overtime & Premium Pay: Generous compensation for working extra days outside of scheduled rotations, as well as premium pay for holidays, birthdays, and anniversaries when on duty.
- Comprehensive Health & Wellness:
- Employer-paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
- HSA/FSA options available, potentially offering significant savings on medical expenses.
- Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options.
- Retirement Planning: 401K plan with company match, eligible after three months of service.
- Travel & Logistics: 100% of all travel expenses, both for duty and commute to/from work, are paid by Ventura.
- Paid Time Off: 8 paid days off (vacation) in the first year, with annual increases.
- Pilot Support: Initial and annual uniform allowance, and a company-issued iPad.
Qualifications
Candidates must demonstrate a solid record of safety, stability, and experience in both domestic and international aviation operations. Successful applicants will be career-driven, dependable, and possess superior customer service and communication skills, coupled with a strong employment background and work ethic.
- Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate.
- FAA First Class Medical Certificate.
- CE-560XL Type Rating.
- Minimum 3,000 hours total flight time.
- Minimum 1,500 hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC).
- Minimum 250 hours in type (CE-560XL).
- Ability to travel internationally without restriction.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship.
Preferred Qualifications
- Initial or recurrent training in type (CE-560XL) within the previous 36 months.
- 500 hours in type (CE-560XL).
- Prior international flight experience.
- Experience flying other Citation variants.
- Strong background in Part 135 operations.
- A long-term career focus with a desire for continuous upgrade and growth within the company.