Description
Volato Inc. HondaJet Captain (multiple U.S. locations)
$130,000 starting annual salary, signing bonus for Honda Jet Typed Pilots
Actively hiring for the following bases: Atlanta, GA; Jacksonville, FL; Ft. Lauderdale, FL; Baltimore, MD; Houston, TX; and Carlsbad, CA. Preference for applicants living within one hour of a base, but not required.
JOB SUMMARY
The Pilot in Command is responsible for the safe, efficient, comfortable, and on-time operation of company aircraft
Acts as pilot-in-command of Volato aircraft on trips as assigned by flight operations management
Continuously strives to safely and professionally meet the travel needs of Volato’s clients while achieving excellence in every aspect of their performance
Must possess excellent communication and customer service skills and the ability to work with individuals from diverse personal and professional backgrounds
DUTIES & FUNCTIONS
Complies with all regulations that govern their operations including Volato company manuals, policies, and operations specifications
Exercises sound judgment in the safe and efficient operation of every flight
Leads the decision-making process for the safe operation of Volato aircraft
Correctly assesses the current and anticipated flight environment, and identifies and anticipates operational threats or errors
Exchanges information, ideas, and instructions in a timely manner
Manages tasks to optimize overall crew performance
Exercises responsibilities in a manner that promotes teamwork, professionalism, and mentorship
Promotes a safe and collaborative cockpit operating environment and mentors junior crew-members
Completes all required company and FAA proficiency checks and training courses to satisfaction
Promotes a favorable image of Volato in accordance with company policies
Performs other duties as assigned by the Company Chief Pilot and/or Assistant Chief Pilot
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Unrestricted FAA Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) certificate with airplane multiengine class rating and English Proficiency endorsement
Minimum of 4,000 hours total time
Minimum of 1,000 hours Pilot In Command time
Minimum of 1,000 hours Jet / turbine time
FCC Restricted Radiotelephone Operator Permit
Current FAA First class medical certificate
US citizenship or proof of right to work in the US for any employer
Current US passport
No accidents, incidents, or enforcements
No DUI/DWI convictions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
HA-420 or Light Jet type rating
Previous Single Pilot Jet Type Rating
CFR Part 135 flight department experience
International operations experience
GEOGRAPHICAL AREAS
Actively hiring for pilots living in or near the following cities: Houston, TX; Carlsbad, CA; Jacksonville, FL; Miami, FL; Baltimore, MD; New York, NY; Las Vegas, NV; and Chicago, IL
Pilots based in other cities will be considered
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
Possess excellent written, verbal, math, analytic, and aeronautical decision-making skills
Have the ability to:
react correctly during times of emergencies
be proactive
think logically and grasp concepts quickly
WORKING ENVIRONMENT/ PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Lifting/carrying: Up to 75 pounds routinely with or without a reasonable accommodation
Fit and work within the constraints of the Honda Jet which may include crouching, and fitting into a small crew station
COMPANY COMPENSATION, SCHEDULE & BENEFITS
Volato offers above industry standard compensation and benefits. We are committed to continue to enhance the QOL, Benefit and Compensation packages for our flight crews
8 ON (includes Travel) and 6 OFF Schedule
Year 1 - $130,000?
Year 2 - $150,000
HondaJet PIC Type Rated Candidates - $5,000 Once Assigned as 135 Captain and $5,000 after 6 months of service in good standing
Company 401K (matching begins 2022)
Platinum Health Care with United - 100% for employee and 50% for Dependents.?
Vision, Dental - 100% for employee and 50% for Dependents
Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability