Job Title- Challenger 650 Second-in-Command
Department- [Company]
Reports to- Chief Pilot
Location- Raleigh, NC (Must live within 2 hours of Raleigh-Durham (RDU) International Airport)
Who We Are- [Company] is the modern evolution of Elevate Aviation Group, bringing nearly thirty years of private aviation expertise into a new, technology-driven era. As the FAA-certificated airline within the organization, [Company] manages and operates aircraft directly while offering advisory, acquisition, and management services. Built for clients whose time is their most valuable asset, [Company] pairs operational mastery with seamless technology to make private aviation as simple as it should be.
Summary Of Position- The Second-in-Command, along with the PIC, will be responsible for the safe and efficient operation of the aircraft in accordance with FAA regulations and [Company]’s General Operations Manual, work as a team member in a crew environment, be safety-oriented, possess strong leadership skills, and embody superior customer service.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities-
Performing safe and timely flights for private VIP Part 135/91 operations
Insure all aspects of aircraft readiness for upcoming trips
Maintaining communications with operations
Maintaining financial and operational records required for each flight
Foster and environment that promotes teamwork and encourages crew members to strive for excellence
Requirements Knowledge, Skills & Abilities-
Multi-Engine ATP (Challenger 604/605/650 Type Rating preferred)
1800 hours total flight time
1000 hours of multi-engine fixed-wing
75 hours instrument
Ability to told FAA First-class medical
No FAA Violations, Accidents, or Incidents
Valid Passport
Ability to obtain and maintain CANPASS authorization for unrestricted travel to/from Canada as a commercial pilot.
Compliant with ICAO Annex I - 2.1.10 as it pertains to aircraft engaged in international commercial air transport operations with more than one pilot.
Education & Experience-
College degree, preferred
Previous FAR 135/91 experience preferred
Schedule & Travel-
Schedule rotation varies by aircraft
Travel required 100% of the time
Miscellaneous-
FLSA Status- Full-time exempt
Lifting requirements- Up to 50lbs
Proof of certain vaccinations may be required
U.S. work authorization is a precondition of employment. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S., both now and at all future times. The company is unable to sponsor or assume sponsorship of employment visas.
About Elevate Aviation Group- Elevate Aviation Group is a privately held aviation organization established in 1995, comprising Private Jet Services (PJS), [Company], and Elevate MRO. Together, these divisions serve every stage of private aviation, from first inquiry and flight planning to aircraft acquisition, management, and maintenance.
We occupy a rare position in private aviation, combining the scale and resources of a national organization with the agility and discretion of a boutique firm. Operating at the standard of aviation excellence means holding our people to that same standard. Our teams anticipate needs, take ownership, and approach every mission with care, precision, and pride. In this world, the greatest cost is not the flight itself but the cost of not arriving when it matters most.
As we enter our fourth decade, we are revolutionizing how we approach the market, building a technology-enabled system that empowers our people to focus on what they do best: anticipating problems before they occur so they never reach our clients, and providing a frictionless, calm experience from departure to destination. For nearly thirty years, we have supported some of the most defining moments in modern history—from presidential campaigns and global sporting events to world tours and humanitarian missions—all with an unwavering commitment to flawless execution.
We are the architects of seamless arrival.