Description
Citation 560 Encore/Ultra Captain - (Home-Based)
[redacted] - We’re always looking to hire the best…
Here at [redacted], our employees provide exceptional service to our long-time jet charter clients, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance. What makes [redacted] a great place to work? Not only are we the best Aircraft Charter, Management, and Maintenance operator in the Rocky Mountain Region, we offer flexible schedules, competitive salaries, and great employee benefits. We also offer professional growth opportunities to all of our employees pursuing a stable and successful career in aviation.
On January 5, 2021, Wheels Up Private Jets acquired [redacted], the 10th largest private jet charter operator in the U.S. In the last two years, Wheels Up acquired the #1 ranked Part 135 operator Gama Aviation Signature, 4th ranked Delta Private Jets, and 9th ranked Travel Management Company.
Wheels Up is a leading private aviation company that has made booking a private plane as easy as requesting an Uber or reserving an Airbnb. Offering three membership options—Connect, Core, and Business—that significantly reduce the cost to fly privately, as well as management services for whole aircraft owners, we deliver a total aviation solution for more than 9,000 members and customers throughout North America.
Wheels Up gives members access to one of the world’s largest owned and managed fleets of private aircraft, totaling more than 250 aircraft—as well as a fleet of approximately 1,250 Wheels Up-approved partner aircraft ranging from Light to Large-Cabin Jets. Members can also attend exclusive events and take advantage of a suite of hospitality, lifestyle, and retail benefits from some of the world’s preeminent brands.
At Wheels Up, we are realizing our vision of making private aviation and the accompanying lifestyle accessible to millions of individuals, families, and businesses in the U.S. and around the world.
We are currently looking for Captains for our Light Jet fleet. You must have at least 250 PIC hours in the CE-560 series to apply. If you do not meet these requirement, please apply for the SIC position.
After reading through the entire job post, if you believe you would be a valuable member of our team, we encourage you to apply.
Schedule: 8on/6off rotations
Salary: $75,000- $90,000 + per diem & incentive pay
Position Summary:
The Pilot-in-Command (PIC) has command and responsibility for the flight crew, passengers, cargo, the safe conduct of the flight, and provides guidance and coordinates activities of every individual connected with all phases of the aircraft operation. The PIC adheres to proper Cockpit Resource Management (CRM) techniques. The PIC reports to the Chief Pilot and indirectly to the Director of Operations. This aircraft will be on our P135 certificate and will float from point-to-point, without a home-base. Please read all the minimum qualifications carefully.
Essential Functions:
Retain final authority for the safe operation of aircraft.
Direct the activities of the Second-in-Command (SIC), ensuring all flight crewmembers understand and complete their duties using appropriate CRM.
Ensure the assigned aircraft is airworthy and all proper documents are on board and is properly stocked for the trip
Make decisions to the start, delay, cancellation of flight or deviation from planned destination when operating conditions dictate.
Prepare or supervise all flight plan considerations, including but not limited to, weather, performance, appropriate flight level, appropriate fueling, airport facilities, and navigational aids and flight following procedures are followed.
Ensure the aircraft weight and balance form/manifest is properly completed, signed, and distributed.
Report promptly all known or suspected FAA violations or incidents to the Chief Pilot.
Maintain a current medical certificate as required and notify the Chief Pilot if medical condition may impair ability to perform the flight.
Ensure all passengers are properly briefed for the proposed flight as well as all provisions for their comfort have been made.
Ensure all maintenance write-ups are coordinated with and passed on to the maintenance personnel and that Flight Operations is alerted to the current status of the aircraft.
Ensure appropriate communications with Operations in a timely and efficient method.
Additional Duties and Responsibilities:
As assigned from time to time by the Assistant Chief Pilot or Chief Pilot.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Thoroughly knowledgeable in the General Operations Manual, FAA regulations, Operations Specifications, Flight Manuals, and other instructions pertinent to assigned duties.
Must have ability to interact with Clients and determine if their needs are being met as well as to help resolve any issues with a friendly, helpful demeanor.
Minimum Qualifications:
FAA First Class Medical Certificate
Valid Passport
Airline Transport Pilot (ATP) w/Multi-Engine privileges
3500 Total Time
2000 Pilot-in-Command
2500 Multi Engine
1500 Multi Engine Pilot-in-Command
250 Instrument
2000 Turbine
250 PIC time-in-type (GIV)
What we offer you:
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision
401k with company matching
Life, AD&D, and LTD paid by the company
Flexible Spending account, for you and your dependent
Voluntary benefits include accident insurance, Short Term Disability, Hospital coverage, and additional Life Insurance through AFLAC
Our pilots start accruing PTO after 6 months so that they can enjoy a work-life balance!
[redacted] is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.