Running with Sasquatch is thrilling—now, imagine flying alongside him! Our corporate flight department is expanding, and we’re seeking pilots who are not only solution-driven but also dedicated team members passionate about representing our brand. We're seeking aviation professionals who excel at offering creative solutions and uphold our commitment to providing safe, world-class transportation services. Our pilots are true owners of the flight process, from meticulous preflight planning to precise navigation, expert piloting, thorough post-flight procedures, and ensuring the safety of the passengers and the security of the aircraft every step of the way.

Job Description

At Jack Link's, we embrace challenges head-on. Our flight department is committed to becoming the most competitive and desirable in the industry. To ensure we're attracting top talent, we've made several strategic improvements that matter most to corporate pilots today:

Enhanced Compensation: Competitive base pay, along with a tenure-based bonus plan that increases with years of service.
Work-Life Balance: A stable, predictable rolling schedule (20 days on, 10 days off) so you can confidently plan your personal life without the stress of uncertain work hours.
Generous Benefits: 14 days of paid time off (PTO) annually, plus comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401(k) and much more!

The responsibilities of this position shall consist of, but not be limited to, the following:

As a key member of our aviation team, we’re counting on you to actively contribute to our culture of continuous improvement and perform the following responsibilities:

Safe and Efficient Operations: Operate company aircraft in full compliance with company policies, FAA regulations, ICAO guidelines, and manufacturer recommendations to ensure safety and efficiency.
Exceed Expectations: Go beyond just meeting the needs of our customers—provide creative options and solutions as flight times and business needs evolve.
Embrace Speed: Live our core competency of “Situational Adaptability” by ensuring timely, efficient flight operations and swift decision-making in a dynamic environment.
Aircraft Stewardship: Maintain a clean and well-prepared aircraft, demonstrate pride in your role, and provide best-in-class service to our passengers.
Proactive Safety Management: Actively participate in our Safety Management System (SMS) by identifying, reporting, and helping to mitigate safety issues. Provide valuable input on safety topics and consistently apply checklists to ensure sound decision-making.
Relationship Building: Cultivate strong relationships with passengers and work collaboratively with the team to enhance the overall passenger experience.
Integrity & Character: Lead by example with honesty, integrity, and strong ethical standards in everything you do.
Self-Driven Excellence: Exhibit a high level of self-discipline and drive to exceed both short and long-term expectations.
Ongoing Professional Development: Maintain pilot proficiency and stay up to date with industry standards. Complete annual simulator training (or equivalent), ground training programs, and semi-annual checks to remain both current and proficient.
Clear Communication: Write routine reports, correspond effectively, and communicate confidently with internal and external stakeholders.

Qualifications

We are interested in candidates who meet the following education, experience, and skills criteria:

Required Education:

Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work-related experience

Required Experience:

Airline Transport Pilot Certificate – Multi-Engine
3000 Total Flight Hours
1000 Hours Pilot-in-Command (PIC)
500 Hours Multi-Engine Time
Turbojet Aircraft Experience
Current First-Class Medical Certificate (and the ability to retain it)
Impeccable Safety Record: No FAA violations, accidents, or incidents
Successful Background Check: Must pass TSA/HS regulations and release FAA Airman Certification Record
Knowledge of FAR Parts 91 and 135 Operations
Ability to Travel: 60-80% of the time
Professional Appearance and Behavior
Reliability & Punctuality: Must be exceptionally dependable and timely
Relocation Flexibility: Willing to relocate or live between Minneapolis, MN, and Hayward, WI, or within a two-hour drive of Fort Lauderdale, FL (we are hiring for each location)

Preferred:

Part 135 Experience
International Flight Experience: Europe, South America, and Asia
Challenger 350/3500 Type Rating

JACK LINK’S CORE VALUES:

Be Real, Speed Matters, Stewardship, Relationship Driven, Self-Discipline, and Show Awesome Character.

Additional Information

The hiring range for the Senior Captain role is $200,000 - $250,000 (Annually). Actual salaries will vary based on several factors, including but not limited to external market data, internal equity, location, and candidate skill set and experience. Base pay is just one component of Jack Link’s Total Rewards package for Team Members. Other rewards may include annual incentive and program-specific awards. Jack Link’s provides a variety of benefits to eligible Team Members, including medical, dental and vision benefits, life and disability insurance, 401k participation, paid holidays, and paid time off.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER:
Jack Link’s provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic that is protected by federal, state or local law.