Responsibilities As a Captain or First Officer on our Corporate Aviation team you’ll be part of a close-knit team that enjoys interacting with and getting to know our passengers! You’ll have the opportunity to: Support executive travel, both domestic and international, and help acquire and maintain client relationships. Participate in the company aviation Safety Management System, being an active participant reporting all safety hazards and concerns, fostering a safe, professional environment. Interact with other flight crew members, scheduling personnel, maintenance personnel, Chief Pilot, and Company Officers in a clear, concise, and professional manner as to achieve company goals and objectives. Interact with passengers in the same clear, concise, and professional manner always keeping in mind the needs and goals of the passenger(s) for that particular flight. Ensures passenger stock is adequately supplied and stored. Ensures the aircraft is clean and presentable. Perform other job-related duties or special projects as required. FO- As a First Officer, you’ll operate our corporate aircraft and serve as second-in-command (SIC), in accordance with Federal Aviation Administration regulations and corporate guidelines and procedures. Additional responsibilities of the First Officer include: Serve as SIC, providing assistance to the pilot-in-command and passengers Operate aircraft as Pilot-Flying or Pilot-Not Flying under the guidance of Captain, and/or Chief Pilot, in accordance with Company Standard Operating Procedures, Company Flight Operations Manuals, FAA regulations, and Aircraft Flight Manuals. Accountable for timely compliance with any and all entry requirements of the domestic and international locations to which Principal directs travel, including but not limited to maintaining a valid passport and/or visa, completing mandated training, and obtaining all required vaccinations. Captain- As a Captain, you’re responsible for safe and efficient transport of passengers and crew in accordance with company policies and procedures, Federal Aviation Administration regulations, aircraft limitations, and all other regulating agencies. Additional responsibilities of the Captain include: Interact with crew members, scheduling & maintenance personnel in a clear, professional manner as to achieve company goals and objectives. Interact with passengers in the same clear, concise & professional manner, always keeping in mind the needs and goals of the passenger(s) for that particular flight. Final authority for the operation of the aircraft assigned, including delays, cancellations, and discontinuation of flight if conditions are not suitable. Ensures all flight planning requirements have been accomplished. Ensures all preflight and postflight requirements are met. Responsible for foreign and domestic country entrance, customs, immigration, and security procedures are followed for locations to which Principal directs travel, including but not limited to maintaining a valid passport and/or visa, completing mandated training, and obtaining all required vaccinations. Ensures that the aircraft is properly maintained and ready for operation. Qualifications Bachelor\'s degree or equivalent required Excellent oral and written communication, interpersonal, decision-making, and leadership skills required Working knowledge of Federal Aviation Regulations required Flexible and open-minded with the ability to function effectively in a team environment Extensive travel required. Additional Qualifications of First Officer: Must possess Commercial license with a multiengine and instrument rating, as well as a current first-class medical certificate. Airline Transport Pilot Certificate required at first type rating. Must have at least 2,500 hours flight experience, with 2,000 of those hours as Pilot-in-Command; 300 of the flight hours must be in a turbine engine aircraft.Willing to consider simulator instruction hours training on Sovereign and/or Gulfstream GVII aircraft in lieu of flight hours. Ability to attain knowledge of Aircraft Standard Operating Procedures, aircraft flight manuals, and Company flight operations manuals Must attend industry-specific training to include aircraft manufacturer\'s initial and recurrent training with an FAA approved training facility, crew resource management training, high altitude physiology/chamber training, upset training, and bi-annual CPR/First Aid training. Training also includes the self-study/review of recent aviation publications, Federal Aviation Regulations, Standard Operating Procedures, Company Flight Operations Manuals, and Aircraft Flight Manuals Additional Qualifications of Captain: Airline Transport Pilot Certificate and current first-class FAA annual medical certificate required Must have at least 4,000 hours flight experience with 2,000 of those hours as pilot-in-command and 1,500 of those hours in a turbine engine aircraft Knowledge of aircraft Standard Operating Procedures, aircraft flight manuals, and company flight operation manuals required Will attend industry-specific training to include aircraft manufacturer\'s initial and recurrent training with an FAA approved training facility, cockpit resource management training, high altitude physiology/chamber training, upset training, and bi-annual CPR/first aid training Salary Range Information Salary ranges below reflect targeted base salaries. Non-sales positions have the opportunity to participate in a bonus program. Sales positions are eligible for sales incentives, and in some instances a bonus plan, whereby total compensation may far exceed base salary depending on individual performance. Actual compensation for all roles will be based upon geographic location, work experience, education, licensure requirements and/or skill level and will be finalized at the time of offer. Salary Range $116000 - $179000 / year Additional Information Job Level Willing to consider candidates at the First Officer and Captain levels based on experience and skillset. Location This position is based out of our Des Moines, IA location where our corporate hanger is located. Eligible for relocation assistance to Des Moines, IA. 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And our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees – individually and all of us together. Explore our core values, benefits and why we’re an exceptional place to grow your career. Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.