Wells Enterprises | Captain

About the Role

A leading corporate flight department is seeking an experienced Senior Captain (Pilot) to join their team in Le Mars, IA. This pivotal role involves serving as Pilot-in-Command for Part 91 corporate flight operations, ensuring the safe, efficient, and professional execution of flights, primarily utilizing aircraft such as the Citation XLS+ (CE560XL). The Senior Captain is the most visible representative of the company to passengers, requiring exceptional communication, technical expertise, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to safety, service, and professionalism.

• Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with final authority for aircraft operation and passenger safety in a Part 91 corporate flight environment.
• Plan and execute flights in compliance with FAA regulations, company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and international standards.
• Perform comprehensive flight planning, including routing, fuel optimization, weather analysis, and alternate planning.
• Ensure aircraft is airworthy, properly maintained, and fully prepared for each flight, including conducting and overseeing preflight inspections.
• Maintain compliance with Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs), Notices to Airmen (NOTAMs), and operational limitations, including weight and balance.
• Deliver exceptional customer service to passengers, coordinating requests such as transportation, catering, and baggage handling.
• Work effectively in a Co-Captain Environment, promoting effective Crew Resource Management (CRM) practices and supporting crew development.
• Assist with operational support duties, including aircraft towing, fueling, cleaning, hangar upkeep, and participating in required training.
• Actively support and contribute to Safety Management Systems (SMS) programs.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Aviation preferred.
• Certifications & Ratings:
  • Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate required.
  • Commercial Pilot Certificate with Instrument Rating required.
  • Type rating in Citation XLS+ (CE560XL) preferred.
  • Current FAA First-Class Medical Certificate.
  • Valid passport with ability to travel internationally.

Requirements

• Flight Experience:
  • Minimum of 10 years of flight experience.
  • Minimum of 4000 total flight hours.
  • Minimum of 2000 multi-engine hours.
  • Minimum of 500 turbine hours.
  • Served as a Safety Officer or equivalent for a minimum of 1 year.
• Knowledge:
  • Extensive knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs) pertaining to corporate flight operations.
  • Strong understanding of Safety Management Systems (SMS) programs.
  • Expertise in aircraft systems, meteorology, and flight operations.
  • Ability to pass an instrument competency check in the category of aircraft to be flown.
  • Meets all currency requirements regarding instrument flight time and night landings.
• Skills:
  • Strong crew leadership and decision-making abilities.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • High attention to detail and a strong safety focus.
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
• Abilities:
  • Ability to work a flexible, on-call schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight trips.
  • Ability to maintain a professional demeanor with executive-level clientele.
  • Ability to live within commutable distance (or within one hour) of Le Mars, IA.
  • Ability to travel worldwide without restriction.