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American Express Aviation is a world-wide, Part 91 corporate flight department supporting executive movement through business jet and helicopter transport.

The Fixed Wing Captain, as pilot in command (PIC), is responsible for the safe, efficient, and professional operation of assigned flight duties. The successful candidate is expected to demonstrate leadership behaviors and abilities to coordinate crew functions and complete the mission in accordance with all applicable local, federal, and international regulations, as well as company policies and standard operating procedures.

The primary role of the Fixed Wing Captain is to deliver safe and professional, world-wide air transportation to the clients of the American Express Aviation business unit. The Captain will collaborate with all crew members, maintenance technicians, dispatch personnel, and aviation leadership to execute on the assigned mission. Secondary role assignments include tasks assigned that may or may not be related to flight duties to facilitate the management of core Aviation functions.

This position will be based in Newburgh, New York at Stewart International Airport.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Ensures that the aircraft is airworthy, registered and that the required documentation is onboard the aircraft
Checks weather and all applicable NOTAMs, where available, and determines fuel, oil and oxygen requirements
Determines the aircraft weight and balance
Ensures that all flight planning requirements have been met
Ensures that aircraft crewmembers have valid licenses, medical certificates, passports, and visas (when required)
Completes an aircraft preflight inspection before each departure
Ensures the passenger safety brief is completed
Coordinates with Dispatch, Maintenance, other crew members, and external agencies in the planning and execution of flight duties
Operates the aircraft per standard operating procedures, aircraft limitations, and in accordance with applicable FAA/ICAO rules and regulations
Maintains currency requirements by type and ensures the currency of aircraft crewmembers prior to flight
Ensures compliance with customs, immigration and cabotage laws
Leads the crew utilizing appropriate crew resource management in the accomplishment of all trip requirements
Completes all post flight duties, including notifying the company of deviations to any planned itinerary or overnight location
Records flight times and aircraft maintenance items

Minimum Qualifications:

Experience with Gulfstream 600/650 aircrafts is required
Prior large turbine aircraft operating experience as PIC
Exhibits enthusiasm, passion, and curiosity for Aviation
Inclusive mindset and behaviors
Demonstrates a willingness to learn new skills and adapt to a dynamic work environment
Functional computer application skills
Well-developed interpersonal, collaboration, and communication skills, both written and oral
Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Preferred Qualifications:

Prior work experience in corporate/business aviation

Requirements/Qualifications:

FAA-issued Air Transport Pilot certificate with multi-engine rating (GVI or GVII type rating preferred)
English proficiency pilot certificate endorsement
Current, and ability to maintain, FAA first-class medical
Up-to-date immunization/vaccine record (subject to review by Amex Medical)

Non-considerations for sponsorship:

Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.

Salary Range: $210,000.00 - $300,000.00 annually + bonus + equity (if applicable) + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:

Competitive base salaries
Bonus incentives
6% Company Match on retirement savings plan
Free financial coaching and financial well-being support
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits
Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need
20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy
Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)
Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program
Career development and training opportunities