The Lead Captain reports to the regional chief pilot regarding company operating policies and procedures. The Lead Captain is responsible for the safe and efficient conduct of the flight assignment with the emphasis on safety, security and quality. Will exercise pilot in command authority of all flights to which they are assigned and are the final authority for the safe conduct of the flight. This is not a commutable account, the ideal candidate will need to live within two hours of Burbank airport.
Must possess an Airline Transport Pilot Certificate with appropriate Aircraft Type Rating
Obtain and maintain an FAA First Class Medical
4000 hours Total Fixed Wing
1500 hours Multi-Engine Land
2000 hours Pilot-in-Command
1500 hours Turbojet
1500 Turbine time
100 hours Night
75 hours Actual or Simulated Instrument
5 years of aviation experience
Must be able to work flexible schedules
Willing to travel worldwide extensively and without any restrictions
18 years of age or older
Must have a valid driver's license with a clean driving record
Safely operate the aircraft, determine departure times and routes, and/or cancel flights based on weather or other conditions
Ensure that the flight is conducted in complete compliance with all federal, local, and company regulations and policies and procedures
Coordinate the aircraft schedule and training with the flight crew and CSR using supplemental crew as needed
Coordinate with the Maintenance Manager regarding aircraft servicing, cleaning etc.
Ensure assigned crew members submit and review the flight and duty records and all other required records.
Ensure the aircraft manuals, Jeppesen charts/EFBs are current and delegate as needed
In conjunction with the Manager of Training, coordinate crew member training and check rides based on annual training calendar
Coordinate time off and training events with crew members while maintaining maximum aircraft coverage
Determine that the flight crew reports for duty in proper attire and that they are mentally and physically fit for duty
Mentor and coach crew members to assist in their professional development
Conduct annual performance review for assigned crew members
Attend Lead Captain meetings
Assist Account Director as requested
Assist in the hiring of flight crew
College Degree preferred
Effective oral and written communication abilities
Strong project management experience
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
Ability to handle the job responsibilities with integrity, discretion, and sensitivity to confidential company and employee information
Has a pleasant, friendly, and helpful manner to deliver the best experience to customers and colleagues
Quality driven with a passion for excellence to represent [Company]as a Brand Ambassador
Demonstration and commitment to [Company]values (Trust, Honesty, Alignment, Transparency)
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to use their hands and fingers to handle, feel, or reach. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk or sit. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds above their heads. Specific vision required for this job include, close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust and focus.
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.
The employee must be able to work in both a heavy maintenance environment and in upscale customer areas. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate with occasional high volume when aircrafts arrive/depart. The employee is frequently exposed to vibration. Occasional fuel fumes may permeate the workplace. Employee must be willing and able to work in all types of weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is usually loud. The Hangar environment may be extreme hot and cold during certain seasons of the year.
The posted salary ranges will default to that of your regional location and will not include any premiums. The baseline range will be as follows: $250,000-$300,000 per year