Purpose of Position
[Company], a Berkshire Hathaway company, is seeking a Lead Captain for a Challenger 300 based in Muscle Shoals, AL. (KMSL). This established flight department flies P91 only with a 4‑pilot crew and the support of a dedicated maintenance technician. Operations are domestic with an average of 450 flight hours annually. This is not a home-based or commutable position (you must reside in or relocate to the Muscle Shoals area).
The Lead Pilot in Command (PIC) serves as a peer-leader to a designated flight department with a focus on effective crew resource management, client service and completion of flight department administrative duties. The Lead PIC actively participates in the flying schedule and adheres to all PIC duties and expectations.
Tasks and Responsibilities
Leads Flight Department Success:
Manages important client relationships while balancing needs of client and EJM. Proactively communicates as required to address current or potential issues or opportunities.
Works closely with maintenance personnel, either assigned to account or company designee, to ensure compliance with all aircraft maintenance events (scheduled and unscheduled) and regular tasks are completed (e.g., database updates, audits, checklists).
Completes other duties as expected of aircraft owner / account (e.g., invoice reviews, auditing, vendor relations, charter approvals, crew schedules) in accordance with defined expectations.
Supports flight department crew members in their understanding of what needs to be done and motivates people to achieve flight department goals while representing the EJM brand. Reports concerns or issues to Regional Chief Pilot.
Handles flight department administration matters, including but not limited to supplies (office and aircraft), subscriptions, crew schedules, including associated communication with crewmembers.
Ensures the Safe Operation of Flight for designated Flight Department:
Ensures crewing and trip assignments are compliant with company and regulatory requirements.
Completes flight planning, performance and weight and balance tasks for each assignment, as required.
Utilizes Threats, Plans and Considerations (TPC) briefing methodology to lead required briefings and mitigate operational risks.
Complies with company Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and coordinates with company personnel as required. Acts as the Ground Security and In-Flight Security Coordinator as defined by company policy.
Completes all aircraft pre-flight tasks, including the maintenance status of the aircraft, to ensure the aircraft is mission capable. Records all aircraft discrepancies in accordance with company SOPs.
Ensures all aircraft ground servicing items (e.g., fueling, oil, oxygen) are monitored and accomplished in accordance with SOPs.
Completes passenger briefings in accordance with company policy and regulation. Delivers the highest level of customer service and meet any special needs of passengers (e.g., physically challenged).
Utilizes Crew Resource Management (CRM) and Threat and Error Management (TEM) to communicate with crew and support personnel clearly and in a timely manner during normal, abnormal, and emergency operations.
Delivers an Exceptional Service Experience:
Provides quality service to owners and passengers while identifying opportunities to enhance the EJM service experience. Regularly investigates and resolves service deviations.
Collaborates with fellow crew members and EJM internal partners to provide consistent service experience to owners and passengers. Resolves conflict and challenges in an acceptable manner.
Maintains Proficiency and Compliance for Designated Flight Department:
Maintains regulatory and company-required training and recency of experience.
Complies with company SMS program and reports safety or non-compliance concerns through the appropriate channels.
Ensures all crewmembers remain qualified to act in their assigned capacity in accordance with regulations and company policy.
Ensures all crewmembers comply with company polices and appropriate audits are in place.
Note:
It is not possible to list all required job duties on this form. There may be other important duties assigned, depending on the position. For a list of essential job functions, please refer to the essential functions document for this job.
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Other (KSAOs)
Prior leadership experience in corporate/business aviation
CL-300 type rating (strongly preferred)
Must be able to perform the essential job functions associated with the position
Minimum Time Requirements:
Total flight time: 3500 hours
Multi Engine Land (MEL): 1500 hours
Pilot in Command: 2000 hours
PIC MEL: 500 hours
Instrument: 300 hours
Jet: 500 hours
How EJM Supports You
At EJM, we believe that how you do something is as important as what you do. That's why we foster a collaborative company culture, where leadership is accessible, employee opinions are valued, and relationships matter. We encourage employee growth, recognize the importance of work-life balance, and take pride in being a career destination.
To ensure our employees are taken care of at work and at home, we offer a comprehensive package of premium benefits, including:
Competitive pay
Medical, dental, and vision insurance, available with no monthly premiums
401(k) plan, with 67% of every dollar you contribute matched by EJM
Health savings account (HSA)
Flexible spending accounts (FSA)
Prescription drug benefit plan
Life insurance and AD&D benefits
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Loss of license coverage
Paid Parental Leave
14 days of paid time off, available on first day of employment
[Company] is an equal opportunity employer.
To ensure a safe environment, we conduct pre-employment drug screening and background checks.