The Senior Captain (Pilot) is responsible for the safe, efficient, and professional operation of company aircraft in a Part 91 corporate flight environment. This role serves as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with final authority over assigned flights and is the most visible representative of the company to passengers. This position requires exceptional communication, technical expertise, sound judgment, and a strong commitment to safety, service, and professionalism.
Responsibilities Include:
Flight Operations & Safety
Serve as Pilot-in-Command (PIC) with final authority for aircraft operation and passenger safety
Plan and execute flights in compliance with FAA regulations, company SOPs, and international standards
Perform comprehensive flight planning, including routing, fuel optimization, weather analysis, and alternate planning
Evaluate conditions and make decisions to delay, reroute, or cancel flights as necessary
Maintain situational awareness and exercise sound judgment in all phases of flight
Aircraft Readiness & Compliance
Ensure aircraft is airworthy, properly maintained, and fully prepared for each flight
Conduct and oversee preflight inspections
Maintain compliance with FARs, NOTAMs, and operational limitations, including weight and balance
Ensure all required documentation and paperwork are accurate and complete
Crew Environment
Work effectively in a Co-Captain Environment
Ability to act as a mentor and trainer, supporting crew development and training requirements
Promote effective Crew Resource Management (CRM) practices
Focus on continuous improvement
Passenger Experience & Service
Deliver exceptional customer service to passengers
Coordinate passenger requests (transportation, catering, baggage handling)
Ensure passengers receive required safety briefings
Maintain aircraft cleanliness, cabin readiness, and comfort standards
Operational Support
Assist with aircraft towing, fueling, cleaning, and hangar upkeep
Maintain hangar facilities (interior/exterior)
Participate in recurrent and company-required training
Support Safety Management Systems (SMS)
Education & Certifications
Bachelors Degree in Aviation preferred. Required to have a commercial certificate with an instrument rating. Hold an airline transport pilot (ATP) certificate with appropriate type ratings.
Minimum of 10 years of flight experience, .
Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) Certificate required (or ability to obtain)
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
Experience
Minimum of 4000 total flight hours, 2000 hours multi-engine and 500 hours turbine. Hold a first-class medical certificate. Served as a safety officer or equivalent for a minimum of 1 year.
Knowledge of all Federal Aviation Regulations pertaining to Corporate flight operations Knowledge and ability to pass an instrument competency check in the category of aircraft to be flown. Knowledge of and meet all currency requirements regarding instrument flight time and night landings. Strong safety orientation with an in-depth knowledge of Safety Management Systems (SMS) Programs.
Knowledge
Extensive knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations (FARs)
Strong understanding of Safety Management Systems (SMS)
Expertise in aircraft systems, meteorology, and flight operations
Meets all currency and proficiency requirements
Skills
Strong crew leadership and decision-making abilities
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
High attention to detail and safety focus
Ability to work independently and as part of a team
Abilities
Ability to work a flexible, on-call schedule, including nights, weekends, holidays, and overnight trips
Ability to maintain 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
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