As the Lead Captain, you will oversee a small team and act as the liaison between the Client’s office and both the aircraft management company and the aircraft manufacturer. Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: reviewing and approving team and aircraft expenses, reviewing monthly management statements, creating an aircraft budget and paying bills, managing aircraft accounts and vendors, managing team training and time off, planning aircraft missions, and collecting & analyzing aircraft data. 

The Client is looking for a personable, reliable, and self-motivated professional who is excited about working a dynamic schedule. The aircraft will fly approximately 350 hours each year, equally split between domestic and international travel. This is a two-pilot team with a budget for contract support.

The aircraft is located in Southern California and applicants must live in the area (or be willing to relocate). Compensation and benefits are well above the regional average.

Minimum Requirements

• Reside in (or willing to relocate to) Southern California

• Must possess an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with a long-range jet Type Rating

• Obtain and maintain an FAA First Class Medical

• 5000 hours Total Fixed Wing

• 1500 hours Multi-Engine Land

• 3000 hours Pilot-in-Command

• 2000 hours Jet aircraft

• 100 hours Night

• 75 hours Actual or Simulated Instrument

• 5 years of private aviation experience (must include international experience)

• Must be able to work flexible schedules

• Willing and able to travel worldwide extensively, without any restrictions

• Must have a valid Driver's License

• Valid Passport with no restrictions

• No FAA violations

Preferred Qualifications

• Higher education degree or certification (e.g., Bachelor’s, Master’s, NBAA CAM, etc.)

• Gulfstream 650 Type Rating with recent and practical experience

• Current international experience

• Previous Chief Pilot, Lead Captain, or Aviation Manager experience

  • Ability to handle the job responsibilities with integrity, discretion, and sensitivity to confidential company and employee information

  • Able to communicate clearly and concisely, both in written and verbal formats

  • Possess a team effort approach with great interpersonal skills, attention to detail and strong organizational skills

  • Ability to be proactive, efficient with the ability to seek out answers and resources as needed

  • Strong project management experience

  • Has a pleasant, friendly, and helpful manner to deliver the best experience to customers and colleagues